Since then, I've built a life in Spain and created She Hit Refresh, where I've helped hundreds of other women move abroad. Along the way, I've experienced moments when my life in Europe felt like a movie. But these moments aren't everyday life, and not everything about moving abroad is just as you imagine it to be. 'It's so cheap'Many countries can feel more affordable than the U.S., but living abroad is probably not as cheap as you think. 'Life abroad is perfect'Living abroad can absolutely improve your quality of life — whether it's a slower pace, a relatively lower cost of living, or easier travel, there's a lot to love.