In life, two things will set you free: forgiveness and communication.

So many broken friendships, relationships, and even families… not because of what happened, but because of what was never said — or never released.

Today, choose peace. Choose growth. Choose to let go of what weighs you down, and learn to speak your truth with love. 🤍✨

#ForgivenessJourney #PowerOfCommunication #HealingTogether #GrowthMindset #PeaceWithin #LifeLessons

Join Irene David as she welcomes Joyce, a remarkable woman from Kenya who has navigated life across three countries: Kenya, Greece, and Sweden. Discover Joy's unique journey as she shares her experiences of moving from Kenya to Greece for studies and then relocating to Sweden for love and family.

In this episode, Joy talks about the cultural shocks she faced, such as seeing women smoke in public and the challenges of making friends in Sweden. Listen as Joy opens up about the realities of starting a family abroad, the stark differences in child-rearing practices between Kenya and Sweden, and the emotional challenges of such a significant change.

Enjoy an insightful discussion on the importance of adapting to new environments while maintaining cultural roots. Joy and Irene explore how to keep the Kenyan culture alive while embracing the Swedish way of life. Gain valuable advice for anyone considering life abroad, from the importance of mental preparation to learning the local language.

In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the emotional journey of coping with the loss of a father. The speaker reflects on the powerful bond they shared, reminiscing about their father's unwavering support and guidance throughout their life. This personal narrative explores themes of grief, cultural differences surrounding mourning, and the deep impact of familial relationships. As the speaker navigates through their sorrow, they also grapple with societal expectations and the cultural nuances of expressing grief, offering a poignant and introspective look into human emotions.

In this heartfelt episode, Irene David delves into the intricate experience of being a Tanzanian mother raising a child in Sweden. She explores the contrasting parenting styles between the community-focused environment in Tanzania and the individualistic approach in Sweden. Irene candidly shares her challenges with language and the pride she feels in instilling her cultural values, such as prayer and traditional foods, in her daughter.

She reflects on the unique journey of raising a child as both a cultural bridge and a reflection of her heritage. Emphasizing strength and resilience, Irene highlights the importance of creating her own supportive village abroad. This episode is a tribute to all immigrant mums building bridges between worlds, preserving cultural roots while embracing new environments.

Join Irene in this engaging conversation about motherhood, cultural heritage, and the beautiful complexities of raising dual-culture children.

In this episode, I open up about my personal journey from Mwanza, Tanzania to Sweden — how everything changed in 2019 and the culture shocks that came with it. I talk about adjusting to a new country, becoming a mom abroad, food differences, and learning to find my rhythm.

I also share the reality of pregnancy, motherhood, and how long it took to feel at home here. From mashed potatoes on day one to finding my favorite Swedish meals, this episode is real, honest, and straight from the heart.

If you're someone who's moved abroad, or thinking about it, this is for you.

🎧 Welcome to New Roots — a space for growth, healing, and life between cultures.

In this short introduction episode, I share a little about my journey from Tanzania to Sweden and what life has been like over the past few years. I talk about being a first-time mom in a foreign country, adjusting to a new culture, learning Swedish, and living in an interracial marriage.

New Roots is a space for real stories, healing, culture, and growth. Most of the time, it will be just me sharing my personal experiences, but sometimes I’ll bring guests too.

This podcast is for you if you’re navigating change or starting over in a new place.

Welcome to New Roots