✨ From Short Stay to Life Abroad | Rachel’s Story ✨

When journalist and writer Rachel Stern arrived in Germany, she thought she’d be here for just nine weeks. Thirteen years later, Berlin is home. 🇩🇪

In this episode of Kaffee und Kuchen with Internationals, Rachel shares the ups and downs of making a life abroad — from navigating German bureaucracy to carving out a freelance career. She reflects on how learning the language, building a network, and staying open to new experiences shaped her journey.

💬 We talk about:
✅ Cultural differences and adapting to German life
✅ The leap from employment to freelancing as an international
✅ Fast-track citizenship and stories of cultural collaboration
✅ Finding excitement and connection in the everyday

Whether you’re new to Germany or years into your journey abroad, Rachel’s story is an inspiring reminder to stay curious and embrace the unexpected.

🎧 Tune in for honest reflections, practical insights, and the power of storytelling across cultures.

If you want to read some of Rachel's articles, you can find them here:

https://www.thegermanreview.de/