A Few Notes for the Days After the War
These have been very hard days for the people of Iran. Before anything else, I want to offer my sympathy to every family that has lost loved ones or been hurt in any way, and I hope these difficult days pass soon. I am Moe Asgarian, and this piece is not about numbers or the market. It is a few honest thoughts for a heavy moment.
Our people inside Iran are under missiles, and Iranians outside the country are following the news day and night, worried about their loved ones back home. When the weight is this heavy, the first thing that comes to mind is simple. If we are outside Iran, let us not stay alone with it.
The Double Weight We Carry Abroad
Living outside Iran during a time like this, many of us put on a mask. We often cannot let it show how we really feel, and we try to look like it is an ordinary day at work. That means we are carrying an extra load on top of everything else. Naming that out loud, even to one trusted person, takes some of the pressure off.
Small Kindnesses Matter
This is exactly why we should be gentler with one another. An encouraging message, a simple phone call, or a small bit of company at work can lift someone's heart. None of it costs much, and in weeks like these it lands far deeper than it would on a normal day. If someone crosses your mind, that is reason enough to reach out.
When Life Forces a Move
Some people have sold their home and now have to search for and buy another in the middle of all this. Others are in a position where they have to sell. On top of every other worry, they carry one more. In a time like this it helps to look out for each other a little more, to be patient, and to give people room. A move is stressful in the best of times, and these are not the best of times.
You Do Not Have to Do It Alone
My hope is that all Iranians can live beside one another in peace and calm, and that everyone stays safe and well. If you are facing a move during these days and want a steady hand to walk through it with you, fill out the form at the bottom of this page or book a free consultation, and we will take it one step at a time together. Stay well and take care.
Frequently asked questions
How can I support friends and family abroad during a hard time?
Reach out and stay in touch. A short encouraging message, a simple phone call, or a bit of company at work can mean a lot. Many people abroad put on a face and act as if everything is normal, so a small kindness goes further than you think.
What if I have to buy or sell a home during a stressful period?
You do not have to manage it on your own. Lean on people you trust, take the steps one at a time, and reach out for guidance so the move adds as little extra worry as possible to an already heavy time.
Why does living abroad feel like a double weight in a crisis?
You worry about loved ones back home while also showing up at work as if it is an ordinary day. Carrying both at once is a real strain, and naming it out loud with people you trust helps.