Summary
An American woman, Ashley Jackson, moved to England and described her experience of expat life, highlighting cultural and lifestyle differences compared to the United States. She noted challenges such as England's unpredictable weather, different humor, and fewer choices in supermarkets. More Americans are considering moving abroad for reasons like better healthcare and lower living costs.
Key Facts
- Ashley Jackson is originally from Amarillo, Texas, and lived in Austin for 20 years before moving to South Manchester, U.K.
- She shared her experiences about living in England on her TikTok account @themossycactus.
- Jackson highlighted three main challenges: wild weather, British humor, and fewer supermarket choices.
- She moved to the U.K. with her British husband and children for reasons like affordable healthcare and family support.
- More Americans are moving abroad, with emigration surpassing immigration in 2025.
- A Harris Poll found that 52% of Americans believe they could have a better quality of life abroad.
- Countries like Canada, the U.K., and Australia are popular choices for Americans considering moving.
- Jackson found everyday life different in the U.K., with more community interactions and walking compared to driving in Texas.
