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HAPPIER ABROAD  Why You Can Have A Better Life and Love Beyond America





I’m not alone – Letters from fans and supporters

 

Please note that if you consider my experiences and claims to be freakish and unusual, I am not alone and what I say and report represent a lot of people out there, so much that I have a strong base of widespread support.  As evidence, check out the collection of hundreds letters and comments I receive from those in similar shoes:  www.happierabroad.com/ebook/Reader_Responses.htm. 

 

In fact, there are many in America who feel the same way I do.  The difference is that they are afraid to speak out because either 1) they have never lived anywhere else so they have nothing to compare it to, or 2) they are afraid to admit it in public or to others because a) they do not wish to appear negative but positive instead, b) they are afraid that if they admit it, others will think there is something wrong with them, c) it will make them seem like losers if they don’t like where they live, d) they are afraid of offending others, and e) since humans are conformists by nature, they naturally try to fit in with the party line and are afraid to go against the crowd, (unlike me) regardless of how they feel deep down.  Instead, they merely tolerate it.

 

In addition, it's too easy to develop a "comfort zone" where you live, so it's often difficult to change your situation or location, even if you hate it.  It's human nature to prefer inertia and inaction rather than to take risks to change an undesirable situation.

 

Now, don’t get the idea that all my fans and supporters in my readership audience are geeky/nerdy Asian American males who can’t get dates in America.  There are also many white guys as well, some good looking by American standards.  It’s just that their soul, personality, and aura/vibe don’t jive in America.  Simple as that.  In addition, there are some open-minded females (American and non-American) in my audience too, who sympathize with how I feel and admire my courage, openness and insight.

 

But nevertheless, I receive fan letters like the following on a regular basis (as well as the ones from all the quotes you see in this ebook):

 

I came across your e-booklet on Happier Abroad.

I cannot express in words how impressed I am by your work and how accurate and true you are to yourself.  I have lived in the US for the 13 years now, and I can't but agree with every single word you wrote.  I am sure that many of my friends who have gone through the same experiences do also agree.  America is the land of false promise, the land of moral and psychological depression.  People in the US who think they're happy, are mostly so because they do not know any better.

Anyhow, I am working of relocating out of the US as soon as possible after reality of life has become
crystal clear.  No regrets, because life events have forced me into this direction, but now I say to
myself: enough!

Congratulations again on a job well done!!!!!”

 

 

“Hello Winston,

 

I am only on number seven of your article but I had to write you now to tell you how eloquent and spot on you are with your analysis and descriptions of our society here in America.  I don't belong here and each time I go to Europe I realize more and more that I belong there.  I can't stand Americans, the culture, the way this society is heading and especially the girls.  Your descriptions finally put into words what I cannot stand about this place.  I have had trouble putting into words why I don't like it here.  Please allow me to plagiarize, copy or put into my own words your descriptions.  I am amazed at how well you painted the proper picture.”

 

Even immigrants who live in the capital of America, New York City, see a lot of truth in my words:

 

“You are very thorough with your arguments about American culture and women.  Making these observations is the taking of the red pill from the first Matrix movie.  You can finally see the reality of America instead of her outward appearances.  It's sad that there isn't really much behind the surface of this
country because 230 year old America has been an unprecedented and wildly successful experiment in
human history.  Yet, now it seems that our country, its government and its culture are in decline.  Others
may say, "America love it or leave it!" If things don't drastically change soon, the response unfortunately will be "America: once loved it, now will leave it!" “

 

And intelligent foreign females who live here see truth in my words which to them are a rare outlet of truth from the mainstream:

 

“Winston,

 

I was referred to your webpage by a friend of mine who is from Germany.  She had sent me one of your articles and I decided to explore further on your web page.  I found the article titled " what immigrants and foreigners say about America that you never hear in the U.S. Media" very funny and completely accurate. I am glad that there are people out there who realize that the U.S. is not everything.  My friend and I always talk about this type of stuff, and it makes me very happy to see that WE are not the only ones who feel this way and get upset about it.  Because we feel we cannot express ourselves fully without getting a strange look or some kind of disagreement.  (It is as if we are emotionally in jail.) 

……………………………………… 

Unfortunately I'm bounded to the U.S. because of family, how ever, I do hope to be back in Europa within the upcoming 5 years because there is no place like home ;-D 

 

Thanks for being an outlet, and it is good to know that I'm not the only one.   I feel a whole lot better already! hahahaha”

 

Even US military veterans, who tend to be the most patriotic, see a lot of truth in my words:

 

Winston,

 

As a 44 year old Navy veteran (I served 1980-1986) who's travelled the world, all I can say is this: you're right on!  From women to the screwed up hyper consumerism in the USA, you're right on.  Now, I'll finish your e-book (I downloaded it to my computer-yes!), then I'll write again...”

 

 

Sir, first off, let me tell you in one word what I thought of your e-book...OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!!  I'm currently reading it right now and it is great!!!

 

A little background about myself...I'm retired from the US Air Force and currently working for the government...however, I'm counting down the days till I can leave the rat race and head overseas to The Philippines to live there permanently….”

 

Many who feel the same way have stated that my writings reflect what they’ve always felt but couldn’t put into words:

 

“Your (enormously large) page has helped me to realize why it is, exactly, that I feel so terrible living in the United States, it has been a goal of mine to leave for a while, but as I have very little in the way of "upward mobility" (no money) I can't quite figure out how to escape.

 

It seems as though I would be a great deal less miserable elsewhere and I would like to ask for advice on how to escape the US with my limited means. I can't even have a decent relationship with my parents because they are everything your page describes as the typical American, and I am not.”

 

 

“Having never lived outside American society I accepted as 'normal human conditions' the diseased social interactions that plague America. Reading your writings has helped me realize the causes of many of my discontentment. From there, there is no where to look but up to brighter days. 

 

I have read a lot, but in particular this 
 
http://www.happierabroad.com/ebook.htm
 
made me realize a lot about the culture in which I live in America. Having never lived anywhere else I didn't really have any comparison and only vaguely realized that there were other ways of living and interacting than what is found in America, with its often cold nature. 
 
Regards, “

 

And some are made happy just by feeling validated by my ebook:

 

“Sent: Mon, 13 Aug 2007 8:22 am
Subject: You are AWESOME!

 

Dear sir,

You have made me extremely happy today. I too live in California and am of Asian descent. For my entire life, I have been socially awkward and rejected in school and other areas. Although I do have a lot of friends, I've always seemed to notice that my social skills differed from the "norm". I've always seen myself as outgoing, funny and nice but when I tend to over do it at times and thus lose friends and respect. I've always thought that I was the only person like this but when I found your site and read about your experiences, it described me exactly and now I know that I do not have to conform to American society. Throughout my past 3 years in High School, I've been changing almost every bit of myself in hopes of becoming popular again and having friends, but to no avail. Hopefully, I can become an expat and live in France or other part of Europe and enjoy the same success as you.

Thank you so much!”

Also, those who are outside the US mainland are much braver about voicing their opinions, as this Hawaiian man vociferates:

 

“To answer your question, I spent the first 5 years of my life on the continental US, and then three months in 1999 before moving to Hawaii.  So no, I am not really very familiar with it... and, quite frankly, I have little desire to be.  Although I am officially an American citizen, I agree with all of your sentiments about Americans that I have read so far -- and I have a good few that I can add: America as a concept and a people is a failure.  Americans for the most part are spoiled, greedy, vindictive, unworldly, unsophisticated, unhealthy, unattractive, uneducated, and downright stupid (mentally lazy).  And, even when they are aware of the world that lies beyond their shores, they view themselves as superiors to everyone else -- entitled to whatever the rest of the world can produce for them.  They are concerned with having it all, NOW: They are short-term thinkers (if you can call it that) who can't understand the difference between quality and junk even if you show it to them. You can also add cowardice to the list -- Americans simply let their military and corporations do their dirty work around the world, without any regard to the consequences for the planet or its people so long as "the chosen ones" can drive their SUVs to McDonalds cheaply.

(Just remember, I am an American too, so I think I have the right to speak my mind during the closing hours of this country's freedom of speech.)”

 

And even in the face of harsh criticism on internet forums, some enlightened folks immediately recognize truth in my words, as this nice Polish American did:

 

“Hey Winston,

I just read over the euro weekly digest and found you to be the only person who knows what he's talking
about. I am a Polish-American that was born and has lived most of my life in the US and speak fluent
English without an accent. I have spent many years living abroad in Poland (I visit just about every
summer), Italy for a year, England for a year and visited a lot of other countries in Europe as well as
Northern Africa.

So, when I read over your posts its just like reading what I've known for years. When I was younger I was a very average American teenager until I went to high school and saw the insanity of America and the everyday mentality of my friends from middle school becoming that of their narrow-minded parents. Ever since I have grown to hate America more and more by the day. America lusts for money and greed, the whole system is anti-friendly and geared towards those who like to work to death, after all what is the point of life in America if you are not working? Anyways I will spare you the rest of the generalizations because I already mostly agree with what you wrote in your posts. American people are duped everyday by their popular culture and the people in power, keeping everyone servile…………..........................................

Just wanted to say hi and say I know your right and the rest is either uneducated or refuses to think deeply enough about the overall situation in the world.”

 

Of course, the lone dissident faces an uphill battle, even if he speaks the truth, as the ancient story of Socrates goes.  And often, the plight seems futile, as a local boy wrote me:

 

"I've enjoyed your postings and have just posted one of my own.  I think we might have a lot in common - especially, perhaps, our experiences in the former Soviet union.  The mistake you make is however assuming you can get through to people who have only experienced one variety of life and who are entrenched in hippsterdom. See, the hipster has a scene.  The scene dictates the ideology, and individuality is frowned upon.

………………………………………..

It's amazing to me how old knowledge about the human race rings true. The individualist always goes against the group and is often right about important things where the group is usually wrong.  This is how it has always been, but I, like you, often make these attempts at getting through to others who have usually large social support networks that are too powerful to negate.

 

Another reader gave me this nice consolation:

 

Well, I'm glad you're on the journey of self-discovery out of the Matrix.  Good luck.  If the average American doesn't like you, then you're probably on the right track, but remember that you're not alone, just outnumbered and underrepresented.  That's the way it's always been since ancient times.”

 

But standing alone can pay off into being deemed “hero” status, as my consultant observed:

 

“Oh, yes, and you have dared to be yourself and stand alone. That makes you lonely and a subject of ridicule for years, but if you stand your ground you become a ‘hero’. I have been called a hero a few times, too.”

 

Amazingly, I actually have been called a “hero” and “inspiration” by some of my fans.  And that’s an honor that very very few men get in life.  Here are some examples from fan letters, in their own words.  A teen admirer even wrote me:

 

“Winston, I'm currently 17 years old and like you I am a Chinese American. I love the ebooks you have online and I really enjoy hearing about your success with white women abroad. I have a research paper on "my hero" and I choose to do my report on you and your success. I would really like to possibly chat with you online and just ask you simple questions for my report. You are an inspiration to Chinese Americans such as myself.”

 

Also, my writings have even changed some people’s lives, as this person credited to me:

 

“After reading all your ebooks and following your advice to visit Lithuania I did and met the love of my life. I really give you credit because you are 100% right. I'm never dating or going with a shallow, superficial american woman ever again. I would also like to let you know that I am getting married in MAY 2008. Keep up the good work Winston you do inspire people.”

 

When my long-time advisor and contributor to this ebook heard about how I’ve changed lives and given new hope, and become a hero to others, he exclaimed:

 

“Winston, Dude,

 

You are a leader now! A LEADER!!!!! I was positively

shocked by these comments- so many and of so many

backgrounds. And most are Americans!!! And

Aussies? Wow! I kind of expected some ABC nerds from

Monterey Park to comment, but you are getting

basically quite mainstream people BEING LED BY YOU!!!!

 

BY YOU, DUDE!

 

And in some ways, you are being led by me.

 

HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!!! YOU ARE DOING IT MAN!!!

 

You are definitely not living your life in vain.”

 

And put me in a grand new light:

 

“Winston you are now an Asian American Moses, and you are leading your people out of the “captivity” of boredom, loneliness, lovelessness and datelessness to the various promised lands of milk and honey, many honeys that is and milk is to come later. Lol.”

 

Now, some have also accused me of having narcissistic personality disorder, which makes me laugh, cause after all, probably the majority of people in the US have some form of it.  Our culture breeds narcissism, selflishness, and the "do what's best for you at the exclusion of others" philosophy.  Plus, the fact that we are isolated in our own worlds and homes perpetuates that further.

 

Some people are so impressed and inspired by my life, adventures, and works that they've called me a “hero", "legend" and "inspiration"!  Go here to see for yourself.  Extremely few people in life get the honor of being called a “hero” or "legend", even among successful people!  So in effect, by going ABROAD, I’ve been transformed from a Misfit/Loser in America, to a Hero/Inspiration overseas!  That means the world to me and that’s why I’m so passionate and gung-ho about all this.  I think it can be argued that when one achieves a status where one is regarded as a hero/inspiration by some, and ridiculed/despised by others (e.g. the online hate forum about me wooweasel), that that person has achieved SIGNIFICANCE. (gee ain’t I modest? :))

Note:  You may now talk to my other fans and supporters on my new discussion forum at www.happierabroad.com/phpBB2/index.php



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