Married Life in Progress

By Karen & Miguel

We all don't have answers on how to navigate our lives—married life or life in our thirties, but the societal expectations are emotionally draining. Join us as we move away from the traditional expect... more

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March 30, 2022 Our experience in buying an apartment in Stockholm
Is it difficult for foreigners to buy an apartment in Stockholm?
The rental market in Sweden is extremely tight so buying an apartment is a much better decision. It's difficult to get a long-term contract, and if you find yourself having to move out every 6 months, or every year... that's normal in Sweden.
In this episode, we talked about our experience in buying an apartment in Stockholm. And... why we had to buy sooner than expected!
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March 23, 2022 How we manage our finances as a couple
There's no definite rule on how couples should manage their finances. We’ve been married for almost two years now and have learned a lot about money management along the way. Should it be 50/50? Or there's another way?
In this episode, we’re going to share how we manage our finances (definitely not 50/50!) and some tips on how you can make it work for you!
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March 16, 2022 What changed after getting married? PART 2
Married life. They say married life changes everything, so what changed after getting married? Do you fight more? Does your relationship with your family change? Did your relationship with yourself change? Are you happier?
In this episode, we talked about the changes we observed after being married for almost two years!
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28min
March 09, 2022 What changed after getting married? PART 1
Married life. They say married life changes everything, so what changed after getting married? Do you fight more? Does your relationship with your family change? Did your relationship with yourself change? Are you happier?
In this episode, we talked about the changes we observed after being married for almost two years!
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19min
March 02, 2022 We're going home to the Philippines
Karen hasn't been home since she moved to Sweden in 2018. And this year, finally, we are going home to the Philippines!
In this episode, we talked about what we miss about living in the Philippines, the foods we are looking forward to, and all the plans we are looking forward to!
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18min
February 23, 2022 Being married to someone who supports her family
Most Filipinos you meet abroad, chances are they are also breadwinners who support their families back home. But, what is it like to be married to a breadwinner? Is it challenging? Does it create problems? Deal-breaker?
In this episode, we talked about our different circumstances and how each partner cope with the situation!
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30min
February 16, 2022 Sacrifices in a relationship
There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to relationships. Do you sometimes feel like your partner is asking too much of you? Up to what extent are you willing to go for love?
In this podcast, we talked about the sacrifices in a relationship and shared which sacrifices are worth making in order to keep a relationship going! Should you end things now before you start to lose yourself completely?
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22min
February 09, 2022 Let's talk about salaries
Let's talk about salaries, shall we?
We know that it's not easy to bring up the topic about salaries, but we thought it's time to talk about it. In this episode, we shared our salaries in the Philippines (including the first salary) and the salary that Karen got when she moved to Sweden.
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27min
February 02, 2022 Finding a job abroad
Have you ever wanted to move abroad?
It’s not easy finding jobs when you don’t speak the language or understand the culture. But it is possible! In this episode, we shared our experiences while looking for jobs in Stockholm, Sweden, as well as tips on what worked for us during interviews.
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24min
January 26, 2022 Work-life balance in Sweden
Sweden has one of the best work-life balances in the world. At least 25 vacation days, we get additional pay when we go on vacation and a lot more benefits!
In this podcast, we talked about what it's like working in a Swedish company as well as some other perks that will make you want to work here as well!
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36min

FAQs about Married Life in Progress:

How many episodes does Married Life in Progress have?

The podcast currently has 47 episodes available.