The Lonely Podcaster
The Lonely Podcaster is a raw and personal journey into the life of an expat entrepreneur navigating business, culture, and identity in Shanghai. It’s about the quiet moments between the hustle — the early mornings in coffee shops, the late nights of reflection, and the in-between spaces where ideas are born. Each episode shares unfiltered thoughts on running a business abroad, cultural clashes, family life far from home, and the challenges (and beauty) of building a life outside your comfort zone. It’s not polished or scripted — just real stories from someone trying to make it work, one episode at a time.
The Lonely Podcaster
Expat Life, Loneliness, and Mental Health – A Personal Talk
In this episode of The Lonely Podcaster, I open up about something deeply personal — mental well-being. I talk about what it feels like to be stuck in a job where you're not seen, how that affected my mental health, and what finally pushed me to break free and start my own business.
I also share what daily life is like now as a foreigner living and working in Shanghai — the highs, the lows, the loneliness, and the small routines that keep me grounded. From morning coffees and quiet walks to Färjestad’s hockey heartbreak and my dreams of one day returning to Karlstad, this episode is as real as it gets.
If you’ve ever felt lost in your career, invisible in a crowded city, or unsure about your next step — this one’s for you.
☕ Grab a drink, take a breath, and join me for a heart-to-heart.
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E-mail me at perola.hammar@outlook.com
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