#1 Leaving It All Behind: Australians' Brave Move to Russia

Hi! If you’re new here, my name is Natasha. I’ve been learning Russian for several years now, and the language has become one of my greatest passions. I’m deeply inspired by Russian culture, its people, and their way of life. That’s why I decided to take a leap and travel to Moscow to fulfill a lifelong dream: experiencing life in a country that holds such a special place in my heart. I’m incredibly grateful for my amazing husband, Patrick, who has supported me every step of the way. After visiting Russia together in 2023, we both fell in love with the idea of building this adventure as a couple. What started as my dream has now become ours. Over the past year, Patrick has been learning Russian too, and together, we began planning this life-changing move. Leaving behind our careers, home, and family wasn’t easy—it was an emotional and challenging decision. There were moments of doubt, but I kept reminding myself why we made this choice in the first place. One quote, in particular, became my anchor: **“You can choose comfort, or you can choose courage. But you can’t choose both.”** – Brené Brown This thought carried me through the hardest days. We’ve traded the warmth of an Australian summer for Moscow’s harsh, snowy winter—but I’m ready for this adventure like never before. I can’t wait to share more about our journey in my next video. Thank you for all your kindness and support—it means the world to us. A special thanks to our family for their love and...