Expatability Chat

Moving overseas with teens - again!As my most downloaded podcast episode last season was about moving abroad with teenagers, I thought it was a good time to bring in an expert!So, this is an absolute mega-episode, where I have brought in the wonderful Emma Cochrane, Teen Confidence Coach.The wisdom and insight she has about this age group of children is astounding. Even if you don&

How to cope with feeling homesick as an expatMoving abroad is an exciting adventure filled with new opportunities, cultures, and experiences. An incredibly rich experience, offering opportunities to immerse yourself in a different culture, perhaps learn a new language and make new friends. However, expat life is not without its challenges and there are bound to be a few bumps alo

Expats and emotional overwhelm: when everything just gets too much.It’s all just TOO MUCH!Emotional overwhelm that catches us at times regardless of where you are on your expat journey, whether this is your first move, or your 21st .Emotional overwhelm can hit anyone, at any time, in any place, and wherever you are in your expat journey. It can also be particularly strong at the

So, you want to move abroad? You're dreaming of retiring overseas? You've had enough of this country's weather/cost of living/government [delete as appropriate].You want to live somewhere else.But how do you make it happen?And where is the best place for expats, anyway?In this episode I will take you through all kinds of ideas and delve in to the 'Where', &

“I had to leave my baby in Dubai and return to the UK”No, this isn’t me being dramatic: this is the TRUTH for far too many expat parents. 😭 If you move overseas with your child, then spilt up with your partner, you may not be allowed to return home with your child.Immigration laws may also forbid you from staying in that country.You are stuck between a rock and a hard plac

In this episode I dip my toes in to the world that is learning a new language. With a few quick tips on language learning for both you and your children.Even if you’re moving for just a couple of years or so, you’ll get so much more out of your stay if you can speak the lingo. I’ll share 5 reasons why an expat should learn the local language, however long you’ll be living i

How to prepare to receive your shipment – all the items that you packed into a lorry for container shipping.Or, to be more accurate, Preparing for the day all your shipped items get delivered.Because the actual unpacking takes way longer than a day… How to organise yourself before the lorry arrives so your unpacking day can go as smoothly as possible. What you need to have and

From Malawi Expat to Mannequin Lady!This episode is a little different from all my others, as for the very first time, I have a guest on my show!This won’t be a regular thing, by the way, which makes it even more special. So, please meet the lovely Roz Edwards! Roz lived in Malawi for 10 years before repatriating, quite suddenly, to the UK back in 2004 with her two sons and four

How to build an active and fulfilling social life for yourself overseas. When you live abroad an important element of your life is your social circle; your network, your support system. AKA Friends!“So, no one told you life was gonna be this way”Sometimes we can feel so lonely overseas that it causes big problems such as depression, wanting to go home and more. In fact, a lack

Did you move abroad for love?Long distance love stories for Valentine’s Day!Falling in love with someone while travelling or living in another country can be a magical experience. The thrill of adventure combined with the excitement of a new relationship can create memories that last a lifetime, and a relationship built on a mutual adventurous spirit.People move overseas for many