What are the crucial elements you need to life life well in India? Part 1 of this 2 part episode deals with the practicalities of living in India as someone who didn't grow up there. Skip the outdated guide books and listen in to this advice from Jessica, who first started living in India in 2006.  Negotiation, dealing with the complications of Indian currency, how to give and receive directions and of course tips on learning the local language(s) of the place you are visiting or living in. Whether you are visiting or planning on living in India, these tips will help you go beyond surviving to thriving in India with these tips!  Links mentioned in this episode Download the Ultimate Hindi Learning Resource Guide for FREE It is a 21 page PDF including curated resources of Jessica's top recommendations of Indian owned businesses who are creating the best Hindi learning tools!  The Guide Includes: -Ratings of Hindi teachers, top classes, programs and apps!   -Contact information and discount codes for the best teachers and programs to learn Hindi!   -Personal notes and recommendations on ways to learn Hindi through native speakers.   -21 pages of Jessica's curated recommendations for teachers based on 16+ years of experience in learning Hindi  Get it here!  _____________________  Join our Patreon community for special content and perks!  www.patreon.com/invisibleindia