How relocation stress can show up in children Moving abroad is often a thrill for parents. New job, new city, maybe even a bit of adventure you’ve been
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The life lessons children learn by growing up abroad
What growing up abroad teaches children that classrooms can’t Ask any expat parent what they worry about most, and “Will my kid fall behind?” is usually near the
How to support your child after frightening and traumatic events
A guide for parents when the world feels unsafe With recent global events, I wanted to share some tips to help your child cope with this unexpected and
Nobody tells you this about moving overseas with your kids
“Let’s just move for 6 months and see how you feel” Your partner has the offer of a new career position overseas. But, you’re not sure you want
Portable careers
Moving overseas with a portable career While some people can move abroad without having to contemplate their career (retirees and lottery winners, for example), the majority of us
Domestic abuse and coercive control in expat relationships
“I had to leave my baby in Dubai and return to the UK” July 12th 2023 saw a particularly important Expatability™ Chat Podcast episode go live. In this
Expat guilt
Are you suffering from expat guilt? Guilt: ‘a feeling of having committed a wrong or failed in an obligation’ Expat-guilt: a feeling of having committed a wrong or
How to set goals in uncertain times
New Year’s Resolutions, Goals and Plans Happy New Year to all of you! Congratulations on making it to 2021, possibly the most anticipated and longed for year in
Christmas, Covid and expat life
Coronavirus Christmas Well, it’s December… what a truly dreadful year 2020 has been. There is no denying that it’s probably been the most difficult year most of us
Moving overseas: Owning the decision – Part 2
How to make the most of your new expat life This is a follow up to my article back in March where I went off into a rant
