#118 - The Truth About Starting Over in a New Country w/ Dozie Anyaegbunam

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In this episode, I chat with Dozie Anyaegbunam, a media and editorial strategist building The Newcomers digital publication.

Dozie explains how moving countries changes your entire identity and why we need to give ourselves grace during transitions.

With over 100 immigrant interviews, he shares insights about finding community and accepting cultural shifts that reshape who we are.

We discuss how labels become mental prisons and why the immigrant experience reflects universal human struggles with identity and belonging.

We also explore turning personal challenges into business opportunities and why passion drives better products than business plans.

Dozie reveals his approach to building media projects from curiosity rather than profit motives and creating authentic connections.

Join us as we talk through practical steps to start meaningful projects and why doing things afraid builds the courage muscle.

🟪 Timestamps

(00:00) Trailer

(02:49) The Emotional Layers of Transition

(07:37) Finding Community and Self-Acceptance

(10:55) Cultural Integration and Identity

(17:23) The Importance of Self-Reflection

(20:08) Becoming a Podcaster

(24:51) How to Start a Side Hustle

(31:08) Balancing Passion and Practicality

(35:34) How To Start Anything

🟪 Connect with Dozie Anyaegbunam

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dozieanyaegbunam/
• Website & Podcast: https://thenewcomerspod.com/
• Email: dozie@efikocreatives.com

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Until Next Week,Pura Vida!