Welcome to ESA MAN, the podcast for expats, travelers, and anyone trying to survive (and thrive) in a new country.

In Episode 4, host Kat—an American living in Ecuador—opens up about one of the biggest challenges of expat life: how to make friends abroad, especially as an adult.

Whether you’ve just moved abroad or you’ve been living overseas for a while, friendship can feel like a never-ending rollercoaster. In this episode, Kat gets real about:

• Making friends when you’re not in your 20s anymore
• Why adult friendships abroad can feel extra hard (and fragile)
• Her favorite tips for building community overseas
• The emotional toll of saying goodbye when friends leave
• Why being a long-term expat can feel isolating—and what to do about it

If you’re living abroad and struggling with loneliness or wondering how to find your people, this episode is here to help you feel seen and supported.

🎧 Hit play and let’s get into the honest, hilarious, and sometimes heartbreaking reality of finding friends while living abroad.

Connect with Katherine:

• Website: stan.store/katmcgreevs 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katmcgreevs

Related episodes:

• 1. How a One-Way Ticket to Ecuador Changed My Life
• 2. From English Teacher to Local Celebrity a.k.a. My Life in Ecuador