In this heartfelt episode of The Global Girlfriend, we’re diving into the delicate dance of maintaining close family relationships while building a life abroad. Our guest this week, Paloma, has been living internationally since her teenage years — from student exchanges to a career in international education — and through it all, she’s managed to stay deeply connected to her parents and young nieces.

We talk about:

- Creative ways to stay emotionally close despite the distance
- Long-distance bonding with kids (yes, bedtime stories over FaceTime!)
- The power of planned visits, virtual rituals, and shared traditions
- How to cope with homesickness, FOMO, and family milestones missed
- Redefining “closeness” when you’re building a life far from home

If you’ve ever felt torn between your adventurous spirit and your love for home, this episode will remind you: you don’t have to choose. You can build a life abroad and keep your heart rooted in family.

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