Aging Abroad in Brisbane with Itiah Thomas
SEASON 7 EPISODE 17 |Flourish in the Foreign - Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad
Itiah Thomas returns to the show to share what she’s been up to since our last conversation. Itiah delves into her life abroad in Brisbane, from obtaining Australian citizenship to navigating professional evolution.
Meet Itiah
Itiah grew up in the United States and lives in Australia as the Founder/CEO of Top Ratings Reviews. She started as a project manager overseeing hospital construction in both countries. Then, Itiah transitioned her love of operations, consulting, designing, and building into the tech industry and entrepreneurship to create & grow digital applications and businesses. When she’s not with family & friends, you'll find her in the circles of founders, investors, amplifiers, tech designers & builders, expats, travelers, and power-house women.
Connect with Itiah
Website:www.topratingsreviews.com
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/itiahthomas
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@itiahthomas
What has changed for you since your last appearance on the podcast?
Got married, which came with 3 bonus children, started businesses, bought investment properties
How do you feel about aging abroad?
We’ll be looking to do so in a country that’s even cheaper to live in than Australia, still with good healthcare.
Reflections on healthcare, beauty, caring for aging parents, empty nesting, or aging transitions?
I am doing things to move my body and keep flexibility/mobility. I find myself buying things with collagen, and have massages & facials more regularly. My mom and I have spoken about caring for her as she gets older. I don't plan to move back to the States, so she’ll either move abroad with me or have in-home care in the States. Once the youngest is 18 we will be spending longer periods of time out of the country.
What’s your personal philosophy on aging gracefully?
I just want to have as stress-free a life as possible without worrying about finances to do whatever I want, and to spend my time with whomever I want.
This Episode Covers:
Major Life Changes and Career Updates
Reflections on Aging Abroad
Future Plans and Retirement Goals
Becoming an Australian Citizen
Black Identity in Australia
Professional Evolution and Entrepreneurship
Reflections on Migration as Liberation
Episode Credits:
Christine Job-Creator & Host
Zachary Higgs-Theme Music
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