We hope that these 30 podcasts have been both useful and informative!

In this final episode of Nomadic Diaries' Reentry Series, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller reflect on 30 days of podcasts that included stories, themes, and challenges faced during the journey of returning to one's passport country.

The series centered on personal experiences, expert tips, and actionable advice  aimed at transforming repatriation into a positive and generative phase of life. The question at the heart of this series is "what if it were possible to make this the best time of our lives"? 
 
Whether you're just starting this journey or well into it, let these lessons guide you in crafting your own unique and unrepeatable fulfilling reentry experience.

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to return home after years of globetrotting?

In this compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries,  Linda Mueller sits down with Margaret Ghielmetti, author of "Bravish: A Memoir of a Recovering Perfectionist". They explore the emotional rollercoaster of expatriate life, overcoming perfectionism, and the challenging yet rewarding process of repatriation.

From the subtleties of cultural adaptation to the importance of building international connections, their conversation offers invaluable insights for anyone navigating the complexities of reverse culture shock. Margaret shares her personal journey, tackling old family rules and the importance of finding international connections.

Tune in and discover how you too, can leverage these lessons to enrich your own personal and professional growth.

Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors and experts who share the attitudes and strategies that help us create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Have you ever felt the rush of joy upon returning home from a long journey, only to be blindsided by the emotional and logistical challenges that follow? 

In this short episode of Nomadic Diaries' ReEntry Series, host Doreen Cumberford sits down with Helen Ellis, an expert in long-distance grandparenting relationships, to uncover the practical and emotional intricacies of repatriation. 

Helen shares heartwarming and pragmatic strategies to help expats navigate their return with grace, blending their old lives with their global experiences. Tune in to learn how to make your reentry as smooth and enriching as possible, and discover how to reconnect with your roots while embracing a new chapter.

Helen shares her insights on emotional struggles, the importance of humility and openness, plus practical advice for reconnecting with loved ones. She emphasizes treating home as a new location, maintaining a welcoming attitude, and finding your community to ease the transition. 

Tune in for valuable tips that can make anyone's repatriation journey smoother and more meaningful.

Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors and experts who share the attitudes and strategies that help us create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Ever felt the pull of the world that lies beyond your doorstep? 

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series host Doreen Cumberford reads the heartwarming and insightful story of Deirdre K. Razzaque, exploring her journey of identity and belonging after living abroad. 

Through her experiences in diverse cultures, from Costa Rica to Vermont, Deirdre shares the continuous and often challenging process of finding home within oneself. 

Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compelling, autobiographical stories about re-entry. Each of the authors experienced the roller-coaster ride of re-entry to their home country in totally different and yet totally valid ways after a differing number of years abroad.
 
Listen in and learn how to embrace the complexities of re-entry and transform them into meaningful connections and growth opportunities in your own life.

Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors and experts who share the attitudes and strategies that help us create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Imagine transitioning from the vibrant expat life in California to the complex and challenging reality of returning to London?  

That’s the journey Polly Collingridge from the Cultural Intelligence Centre shared with Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller on this episode of Nomadic Diaries.

Polly discusses the cultural shifts, reverse culture shock, and the intricate emotional landscape faced during repatriation, alongside insights from academic research on cultural identity and expat adaptations. 

Join us to delve into the trials and triumphs of expatriation and repatriation, and discover how you can use these lessons to navigate your own or your company's global relocations with greater cultural intelligence and empathy.
Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors, so continue to tune in to discover wisdom and lessons that create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Feeling unsteady as you transition back to your home country?

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller delve into the complexities of repatriation, exploring the emotional and logistical challenges through the metaphor of lily pads. 

Repatriation isn't just about physically returning home. It's a multifaceted process that involves emotional, psychological, and logistical shifts. The lily pad analogy perfectly captures how these small steps can lead to significant changes.

Doreen and Linda share real-life experiences and insights on how to navigate reverse culture shock, redefine relationships, and maintain a healthy mindset. Join us to turn these lessons into actionable steps for your own journey.

Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors, so continue to tune in to discover wisdom and lessons that create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Have you ever used nature, the outdoors, or your environment to inspire or ground yourself during repatriation?

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller seek to provide encouragement to go outdoors, to breathe in nature and to ground oneself during the repatriation journey.

Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors, so continue to tune in to discover wisdom and lessons that create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Feeling adrift or untethered after moving back home? 

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, our host Doreen Cumberford  speaks with guest Camilla Quintana about the emotional and practical challenges of repatriation while sharing her personal stories of transition and adaptation. 

Camilla offers insights on maintaining connections and shifting your focus to commonalities, and offers valuable advice for making your return a smoother, more fulfilling experience. 

Join us to learn how to leverage these lessons and transform your repatriation journey into an opportunity for growth and rediscovery. Camilla shared her personal journey of moving back home twice, the challenges of feeling isolated, and a variety of strategies which make a transition smoother. 

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

Have you ever experienced what you suspected might be symptoms of repatriaion?

In this episode, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller discuss some of the more light-hearted ways and situations where returnees can sometimes feel caught between multiple cultural identities, struggling to reconcile their international experiences with their home environment.

The psychological impact of repatriation can often include unexpected grief, a sense of loss, and difficulty communicating the depth of their transformative experiences. Repats frequently experience reverse culture shock, feeling alienated in a place that should feel familiar, and grappling with a deep sense of not belonging despite being "home."

Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors and experts so continue to tune in to discover wisdom and lessons that create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

https://www.nomadicdiariespodcast.com/ 
or in the Re-Entry Rockstars Facebook Group
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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!

What do digital nomads have to consider when returning back home after enjoying thrilling adventures, exciting work projects and all that freedom?

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford welcomes Amy Suto, a seasoned traveler and writer, to share insights from her eight-month journey across South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore, and discuss how her travels inspired her latest book "Nomad Detective." 

Amy provides tips on avoiding digital nomad burnout, planning ahead for better deals, and reassessing one's travel goals annually. Tune in to discover how you, too, can harness the power of balanced travel and creativity to enhance your own nomadic adventures.Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors and experts so continue to tune in to discover wisdom and lessons that create a more inspired and fulfilling repatriation!

• Listen to the next episode for more content on repatriation:
• Leave a review and share what inspires you;
• Send any questions or comments you have to us;

https://www.nomadicdiariespodcast.com/ 
or in the Re-Entry Rockstars Facebook Group
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Download the complete series Episode and Resource Guide here:
https://www.theexpatpartnercoach.com/repatriation

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Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!