Women Who Moved to Nigeria for Love/Marriage — What Was the Transition Really Like?
I’m curious to hear real experiences from women who relocated internationally for marriage or a serious relationship. What did the transition actually look like emotionally, mentally, socially, spiritually, financially, etc.?
Some things I’d love to hear about:
- Did you struggle with loneliness or identity changes?
- How long did it take before the new country started feeling like “home”?
- How did it affect your relationship/marriage?
- Did you have to sacrifice career opportunities, friendships, family closeness, or lifestyle comforts?
- What do you wish you had prepared for beforehand?
- What helped you settle in successfully?
- Did you ever resent the move?
- If faith/culture/tradition played a role, how did that impact things?
I feel like people often romanticise moving abroad for love, but I’d really appreciate honest, nuanced perspectives — both positive and difficult.
Would you do it again?