It entirely depends on how long she’s supposed to be there for. There are stages to adjustment and culture shock. If it’s one year, the first three months will be the hardest. If it’s three years, the first year could be difficult. It’s all in relation to the amount of time you’re expected to be in a location.

Not to say she shouldn’t go, but there’s always a period of questioning and turmoil where you don’t quite fit in. If she feels it’s what’s best for her then of course she should go. I ain’t her keeper.

You need more time. 10 months isn’t enough to get over culture shock and home sickness when you’re living abroad long term or indefinitely.

Go to the pharmacy and get some vitamin D. Back in Canada I used to get it as a spray. It helps a lot with seasonal depression.

And remember, leaving where you are doesn’t mean you have to return home. There are other countries to explore.

What about teaching English abroad? I know it’s the thing a lot of expats do, but with a Master’s and a TESOL/TEFL certificate you could easily get a job as a foreign teacher. That’s what I’m doing and I’m finally back in the country I love working for a great school. It feels great to be working towards a career rather than just another job, and I can afford my own apartment for the first time. It’s a bit of a stressful learning curve for me since I don’t have teaching experience but I’m getting the hang of things. It’s what I needed to get out of my own depression and feeling directionless back home.

In Taiwan elderly people will sleep ANYWHERE, and in the seemingly most uncomfortable places too. It’s spectacular, no mere mortal could do it. Park bench with multiple dividers? Not gonna stop that old man. In a busy 7/11 while you charge your phone? Duh, free air conditioning. Overturned bucket on the sidewalk? Prime napping real estate. I wish I had that level of dedication to sleep and nap time lol