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All life is a series of problems
Downton Abbey’s Dowager Countess gives the best moving advice: life is a series of problems. Learn how to solve visa hurdles, document attestation, and the emotional chaos of relocating from Germany to Dubai.
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Mini: Bell Beaker Culture
In this post, I explore the Bell Beaker Culture and pre-history artifacts at the National German Museum in Nuremberg.
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Reflections on finding solid ground in times of uncertainty
Managing hypervigilance and anxiety during an international move is tough. Let’s explore grounding techniques to navigate uncertainty.
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Finding purpose as a trailing spouse
Explore how being a trailing spouse can become a pathway to finding purpose. Let’s look at some strategies for rebuilding identity abroad.
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Understanding the complex emotions of being a trailing spouse
Explore the complex emotions of being a trailing spouse – from identity loss and professional grief to finding new purpose abroad. A personal journey through the challenges and growth that come with following a partner’s international career.
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Why your language learning mistakes are actually your superpower
Discover practical tips for learning a new language while living abroad, from translation apps to language exchanges. Embrace mistakes and grow!
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How to uproot your life again and again
Uprooting your life gets easier with experience. Learn about building community, managing stress, and finding home when moving abroad.
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A parent’s guide to school events in a foreign language
Navigating school events abroad without speaking the local language. How to embrace the discomfort and show up for your kid at school events.
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Christmas morning in Edinburgh
Our early Christmas morning in Edinburgh gave us empty streets and castle views until an unfortunate sidewalk encounter sent us on an unexpected laundromat adventure. Sometimes the best travel stories come from mishaps!
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The art of grocery shopping in a new country
Master grocery shopping abroad with 5 essential tips. Navigate foreign stores, find products easily, and make shopping stress-free.