Helga Evelyn Samuel steps out of her comfort zone when she begins her life as an expat spouse. Over the course of her overseas moves from India to Oman and then onto The Netherlands, she encounters several headwinds. Written with honesty, humour and vulnerability, Helga describes her aspirations, her move abroad with her small family, the squashing of old dreams and the birthing of new ones. She takes you on a journey through her experiences and weaves in nuggets of wisdom that will benefit anyone looking to grow stronger through life's difficult circumstances and thrive in any new, unfamiliar place. "Headwinds is an absorbing and honest account of Helga's journey from South Asia to the Middle East and on to Europe. It's a compelling narrative of constant striving in the face of adversity and life's circumstances. An inspirational book for all expatriates seeking to build a better life in new and unfamiliar cultural environments." Dr. Valery Chow. Senior Energy Advisor Shell, UK "The book provides a truly inspiring account of life as an expat. Join Helga in her journey as an Indian expat and learn along the way how to overcome not only the challenges of living in new lands but also how to grow as an individual. A must read for those moving to work abroad and for human resource managers preparing employees for international assignments." Dr. Oli. R. Mihalache, Professor, International Business, Vrije Universiteit, The Netherlands