So basically, have an abundance mentality as you continuously improve yourself and always be willing to walk away.

Women are the desert of life, not the main dish.

Not bagging on you but using "I think" before starting a sentence is still unnecessary.

Exactly. I moved to South America and my experience has been very similar to yours. I don't make as much money as I did back in the States but I spend wayyy less, live a higher quality of life, and although the women aren't perfect, are much much better down here.

I agree. I moved to South America two years ago and during this time have met some genuinely nice people over here. The truth however, is that most people are looking for the quick dollar and won't hesitate to screw you over if given the chance.

That's the part OP left out; you can't bring them into western society and expect them to behave as they did back home.

You change the rules, you change the game.

This is all too real.