In this bonus episode, the hosts Sarah Passmore and Hannah Pirnie ask the guests at the official launch of New in Town:Johannesburg to give advice for newcomers to the city. The main themes include overcoming your fear and embracing a new amazing lifestyle:

Takeaways:

• Don't compare your new life in Johannesburg to your life back home


• Embrace a completely new life and discover yourself in a different way


• Talk to people and don't make assumptions about them


• Immerse yourself in the culture and befriend people from different racial groups


• Don't let fear ruin your experience in Johannesburg


• Losing a sense of purpose is common for newcomers, but embrace being part of a team


• Choose a nice neighborhood and research schools well


• Travel and explore the city and the surrounding areas


• Come to Johannesburg with an open mind and embrace the people and opportunities


• The people of Johannesburg are vibrant, open, and friendly









Made by: New in Town:Johannesburg




Hosts: Hannah Pirnie and Sarah Passmore




Editor: Sarah Passmore




Website: www.movingtosouthafrica.com




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