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In this episode, Aimee shares another laugh-and-learn expat moment at the butcher in Girona where she's warned that "her meat is too hot." Then she pivots and gets real about befriending the beggar on the bridge as part of choosing how to see the world. Using curiosity to close the gap between her world and the life of the Man On The Bridge, she talks about what moving to Spain is teaching her about connection and compassion, and challenges herself to look beyond surface appearances and societal stereotypes.

Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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Bonjour! In this episode Rebecca shares the details of what it's like to go through the OFII Medical Visit required for her French visitors visa - an important milestone in her visa journey. Prepare to be topless, and just trust the system...

Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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In this episode, Aimee and Rebecca show their "human side." Rebecca shares what sparked some emotional eating while adapting to life in Paris and, thanks to Aimee's work as a professional nutritionist, they chat about the biological and emotional triggers behind comfort food cravings, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in managing stress (whether or not your an expat!). 

Meanwhile, Aimee gets vulnerable about her feelings when facing beggers on the streets. She bravely shines a light on some uncomfortable truths, candidly discussing her anger and bitterness towards societal disparities and homelessness, both in her former home of Seattle and her new life in Spain. 

It's a deep one folks. Are you ready to give some thought to how we maintain our humanity and compassion for others and for ourselves, even when that's not the first thing we feel? Let's do this together! 

Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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Episode Description: 

In this episode, Aimee gets real about what it feels like to let her 10-year-old son roam the streets of Girona, Spain, a departure from the overprotective parenting norms of the US. Drawing from her own upbringing in the 80s, Aimee explores the cultural shift in parenting styles, influenced by societal fears and the insights of psychologist Jonathan Haidt's recent interview with Bari Weiss. 

The conversation delves into the challenges of finding social connections for her son in a new country, navigating school choices, and relearning how to live differently. Despite cultural differences, Aimee finds solace in the school's proactive stance against screen time, providing a glimpse into a more traditional childhood experience.

Even as Expats we have to live our real lives - if you're a parent navigating the unique challenges of raising a kid in a new country, or anyone curious about the cultural differences about parenting in Spain versus parenting in the United States, this episode is for you!

Resources:
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Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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In this episode, Aimee and Rebecca reflect upon their initial expectations of how they would respond to expat life vs the reality once they've arrived and are integrating. Rebecca dons her therapist hat and Aimee gets some support on the chasm that lies between what she expected and what she's actually been able to accomplish. 

Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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Episode Description: 
In this episode, Aimee and Rebecca explore the challenges and opportunities of living abroad, from navigating bureaucratic hurdles to cultural adjustments. They chat about everything from the intricacies of shutting down a business and navigating visa uncertainties to grocery shopping experiences and adapting to metric measurements. Aimee struggles with the discrepancies in serving sizes between Spain and the United States looking at the differences in portion sizes, protein focus, and the prevalence of pork in Spain, offering insights into the culinary landscape of her new home. But that's not all! They also dive into each woman's expectations about how she will make adjustments in her new homeland while still being attached to the former  - it's a wide-ranging candid convo about the practicalities of expatriate life.

Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home

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Rebecca records under duress, as they have 48 hours until departure and Murray the cat still has no health certificate from the USDA. 

Where to find Aimee: 

• Substack on Nomadic Life: NomadicNomMom

Where to find Rebecca: 

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design-preneurs: Stuff Interior Designers Need to Know
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home