Living abroad is often associated with independence, resilience, and personal growth. Yet for many expats and international professionals living in Germany, the experience can unexpectedly trigger panic attacks, even in individuals who have never struggled with anxiety before. Panic attacks are particularly common among high-functioning adults who appear stable, competent, and successful on the outside. When they occur in the context of living abroad, they are often misunders

Anxiety, burnout, or emotional exhaustion are often explained in terms of workload, personality traits, or external pressure. Less frequently is the psychological impact of living abroad recognized, especially when the relocation appears “successful” from the outside. Many expats and international professionals continue to function at a high level while carrying a persistent internal strain. Daily life in a foreign country requires constant adaptation: operating in another la

Moving to a new country can be an enriching and meaningful experience. At the same time, it often places significant emotional demands on the individual. Many international professionals and expats living in Munich experience increased levels of anxiety, emotional exhaustion, loneliness, or relationship difficulties, often without immediately connecting these struggles to the relocation itself. Because life abroad frequently looks “successful” from the outside, emotional dis