HealthyExpatParent’s Podcast

Sadly, news of heart-breaking events such as school shootings or terrorist actions comes, and even if we are on the other side of the globe, we can't hide it from our kids. How do we deal with these traumatic stories? Should we tell our kids? And if so, how? Here, Jennie Linton and I talk about these very tough questions. This episode is also shared on thebigpurpleblob.com. Resourc

A second episode discussing mammograms, and the importance of this screening test. Not only talking about survivor stories, but also a little about the process that may happen after having a test come back with an anomaly. This episode features Jennie Linton and Katie Fowle and is also shared on the BigPurpleBlob podcast.

In this episode, talking about getting mammograms and other screening-type tests and how this can be complicated by being in Foreign Service. Also sharing insights and stories about this very important preventative test. Joining me is Katie Fowle, a survivor of breast cancer. This episode is also shared on TheBigPurpleBlob podcast.

Addressing super hero skills that contribute to better community and how to turn that kindness and compassion towards our own (harsh) inner voice. If you would like to take a deliberate step towards noting and then quieting that inner critic, try this simple meditation: https://www.mindful.org/basic-meditation-tame-inner-critic/

Today, talking with my eldest about applying for university, strategies that helped, and then preparing for heading off the university. As a Foreign Service kid, we have a lot of advantages, but it can be complicated to send our kiddo off to the live on the other side of the planet for a year. We talk about what we did to prepare, what helped him find successes last year, and how p

They went, they studied, they became (somewhat?) independent and adult-like ... now they are home and they are still your child. Some of it fits, some of it feels a little uncomfortable.

An important topic, helping kids of all colors have the school and education experience they deserve, no matter what color they might be. Dr Teneshia Taylor joins me for a conversation about the anti-black experiences our kids have at school, and what we can do to make a positive difference in this seemingly systemic problem. You can email Teneshia directly at [email protected]

One of the very real stressors of Foreign Service life is the moving. Again and again, you'll relocate your home which includes likely weeks of being in limbo, probably a LOT of time with extended family and then more flights to your new-to-you city. It can be a lot, especially when you're still trying to keep what health and wellness routine you've embraced rolling. Challenging bu

Why gratitude is important for you, and how you can embrace more in your everyday life. Includes suggestions for helping your kids embrace more gratitude too.

Please join for the second part of the conversation about How to raise an adult.