Tad Hopp is joining us today! Tad is a sobriety coach for gay men, and he recently moved to Amsterdam on the DAFT visa. His story is about finally taking action after decades of waiting, getting on the same page as his husband, and building a new community abroad.

Tad and I are covering:

• Why he finally made the move (after ~30 years)
• His husband’s initial hesitancy and how he gradually came around, especially after seeing Tad take action
• The right timing: How the current political landscape and new access to resources played their roles
• Why the Netherlands DAFT visa was the best path
• How relationships can take time to align for big changes
• The move isn’t always smooth: pushing through the “what have I done?” phase
• Community and putting yourself out there is everything once you make it over

Big moves aren’t perfect. They're messy and uncertain, but waiting isn’t risk-free either. Tad’s advice: take the leap, figure it out as you go, and trust that it’ll all work out.

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Links & Resources:
→ Tad’s Live Event on April 11

→ Tad’s TikTok

→ Tad’s Instagram

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#44 Fresh Off the Plane! Moving to the Netherlands (with a husband and two cats) featuring Monica Hay

#122 Afraid to Start? This Freedom Life Client Moved Abroad and Launched a Business Anyway — with Bryce Althouse

#136 How to Build a Business AND Move Abroad (Without Losing Your Mind)

I'm getting really personal in this one. After 13 years of living abroad, moving to Spain with my husband and daughter, and having multiple team members living in the same city... I still felt lonely. And I didn't know how to admit it.

In this completely unscripted episode, I share what it's actually been like coming back to Málaga after being gone for three months, diving straight into bootcamp mode, and realizing that my business manager Evan had built this entire social life while I was gone… and I was jealous.

I talk about the moment I finally admitted to Evan that I felt left out and lonely, and what happened when I did. Spoiler: he told me he felt lonely too, even with all those friends. And that conversation changed everything.

What I cover:

• Why loneliness can happen even when you move abroad with a partner or family
• The scary moment I asked Evan to introduce me to his friends (and why it felt so awkward)
• How I forced myself to reach out to three people I'd only met once or twice (and what happened)
• Why we hold ourselves back from being vulnerable about loneliness
• The difference between locals and other expats when it comes to building community
• How admitting "I have no friends" at a meetup actually helped me make friends
• My "big asks" practice and how asking for what you need (even socially) is worth the discomfort

The big lesson: Loneliness abroad isn't a sign you made the wrong choice. It's a sign you're human. And the solution isn't going back home, it's reaching out.

This episode is raw, honest, and probably the most vulnerable I've been on the podcast. If you've ever felt lonely (or you're worried you will when you move), this one's for you.

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Links & Resources:

→ Move Abroad Coach Programs

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#101 Enneagram & Moving Abroad: How Personality Shapes the Experience with Coach Lee Milligan (mentioned in the episode) 

#132 Moving Abroad Alone, With a Partner, or With Kids: Which Is Actually Harder?

#140 Three Months In… Are We Still Loving Málaga?

#49 How to Make Friends and Meet People Abroad

Kalie from Expats Everywhere is back on the podcast to talk all things Portugal. Since her last appearance, she’s launched Slate & Key, a white-glove relocation service helping people move to Portugal.

In this episode, we talk:

• Why Portugal is such a popular destination for Americans
• Portugal vs. Spain
• The Portuguese digital nomad visa and why it can be complicated
• How to not lose your mind in the process of applying
• Kalie’s experiences living in Portugal
• Housing, taxes, and healthcare abroad
• How long the relocation process usually takes

From navigating visas to understanding healthcare, we break down the real logistics of making the move, and how having the right support can make a big difference.

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Want to join Freedom Life Experience?
Hop on a call with Katti No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit. 

Links & Resources:

→ Slate and Key

→ Free Portugal Webinar

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Connect with Expats Everywhere:

→ ExpatsEverywhere YouTube

→ ExpatsEverywhere Instagram

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#38 Country Spotlight: Moving to Portugal with Josh and Kalie from Expats Everywhere

#71 Which Visa Do You Need? Breaking Down Your Options

#73 Navigating the Visa Maze: The Inside Scoop on Digital Nomad Visas with Tim Marting

#87 We’re Moving! Here’s Why We’re Leaving Tbilisi and What Comes Next

I just wrapped up my winter bootcamp, and for the first time ever, things didn’t go according to plan.

Signups were slow, ads were wildly expensive, and we started the bootcamp nearly $13K in the red. Not exactly the launch you hope for.

But what happened next completely changed how I think about growth, niching down, and building a business that actually works.

In this episode, I share:

• Why 350 attendees outperformed a previous 800-person bootcamp
• What went wrong during this launch (and why signups stalled)
• The real numbers behind the bootcamp and ad spend
• The surprising power of quality over quantity when you niche down
• How emotional regulation and strategy kept me out of panic mode
• Why this experience pushed me to rethink my reliance on ads
• The visibility strategy I’m pivoting to instead

This launch scared me, but it also reminded me that sometimes numbers that look like “failure” are actually pointing you toward the better strategy.

If you run your own business (or want to), this behind-the-scenes breakdown is one you won’t want to miss.

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Links & Resources:
→ Amy Porterfield

→ Escape Plan Bootcamp Waitlist

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#78 The One Thing I Forgot That Nearly Ruined My Bootcamp: Behind the Scenes of My Biggest Mistake

#141 A New Chapter for Move Abroad Coach: Who We Help, How We Help, and What’s Next

#138 I Moved to Spain to Slow Down… But My Old Workaholic Habits Came With Me

You may have to look inward and realize it’s not about visas, taxes, or possibility. It’s about deciding that this dream is going to become your life, and knowing that not choosing is a choice. 

Today, we’re covering:

• Why familiar feels secure, but familiar doesn’t always mean stable or aligned.
• The real risk: Is moving the scariest option? Or is staying stuck in place?
• How saying “I need more money” keeps the dream distant. A clear income, visa, and tax plan makes it a calculated move, not reckless.
• Gathering information can become avoidance. You don’t need everything to be absolutely perfect, you need a clear plan and a date.
• Waiting can cost you. Waiting doesn’t build confidence. Action does. Bravery is doing it afraid (with support).
• The identity shift that comes with a big move: This isn’t about logistics. It’s about who you decide to be: the dreamer, or the one who moves.

At some point, you stop asking “is this possible?” and start asking “is this who I am now?” 

The only real question left is: Are you ready to decide? If so, Freedom Life Experience enrollment is closing tonight!

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If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more visionaries who need these insights. 🎙 

Want to join Freedom Life Experience?
Hop on a call with Katti No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit. 

Links & Resources:
→ Freedom Life Experience 

→ Escape Plan Bootcamp Waitlist

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#121 What Happens When You Go All In: Why Your Dream Life Is Closer Than You Think

#98 The Courage to Commit: How to Trust Yourself and Your Move Abroad Decision

#133 The Only Reason You Haven't Moved Abroad Yet… Is You

How long have you been thinking about moving abroad? A year? Five? Twenty? 

You’ve thought about this before. You’ve researched it. You’ve imagined the life. You’ve probably had a Google Doc titled “Move Abroad Plan.”

And you’re still here. So how do you make it different this time?

In this episode, we cover:

• The cycle you keep repeating
• How the people who actually moved got to that point (hint: it’s because they didn’t insist on figuring it out alone)
• What DIY-ing this really looks like
• How this time becomes different. Support, accountability, and execution are what actually get you on that plane.

If you’ve wanted this forever, dreaming harder isn’t the answer. This can be the time you make the move happen.

But only if you do it differently than you’ve done it before, and stop trying to do it alone.

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If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more visionaries who need these insights. 🎙 

Want to join Freedom Life Experience?
Hop on a call with Katti No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit. 

Links & Resources:
→ Escape Plan Bootcamp Waitlist

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#121 What Happens When You Go All In: Why Your Dream Life Is Closer Than You Think

#98 The Courage to Commit: How to Trust Yourself and Your Move Abroad Decision

#79 The Hidden Cost of Playing Small: Why It's Time to Bet on Yourself and Move Abroad

Are you in the U.S. earning decent money, but somehow barely getting ahead? This episode breaks down the real financial (and beyond financial) costs of waiting to move abroad.

Today, we’ll cover:

• The hidden cost of “someday:” how high rent, taxes, healthcare, and cars quietly drain your income.
• How the same salary can go 2-3x further abroad and accelerate savings, debt payoff, and wealth.
• Why it’s not just about money: it’s about time, energy, and quality of life.
• The simple difference between people who move and people who keep researching.

Run the math. What is one more year actually costing you? If you’re ready to stop waiting, join us inside the Escape Plan Bootcamp from Feb 23–26 and start building your move.

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If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more visionaries who need these insights. 🎙 

Want to join Freedom Life Experience?
Hop on a call with Katti No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit. 

Links & Resources:
→ ESCAPE PLAN BOOTCAMP

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#125 Why Moving Abroad Might Be the Smartest Financial Move You’ll Ever Make

#151 Five Move Abroad Mistakes I See All the Time (That Cost People Time, Money, or Both)

#137 Entrepreneurs: Why the Hell Are You Still Running Your Business from the U.S.?

If you’ve been “researching” moving abroad for months (or years) and still haven’t made it happen, this episode is for you. 

Spoiler: you don’t have a research problem. You have a decision problem. The over-research rabbit hole is a hiding place, and the first step out of the rabbit hole is clarity. Let’s get you to finally move from thinking to doing.

In this episode, we unpack:

• The D.R.E.A.M. model
• How research is your safety blanket. You’re not looking for more information, you’re looking for certainty and permission. Neither exists.
• You’re asking the wrong questions. “What can I do?” leads to paralysis. “What do I actually want my life to look like?” leads to decisions.
• The real fear isn’t lack of info — it’s making the wrong choice. But staying stuck costs more than learning from a few mistakes along the way.
• Information doesn’t create confidence - plans do.
• Not deciding is still a decision.

Ask yourself this: if years of research haven’t moved you yet, why would more research help you now? If you’re ready to stop thinking about moving abroad and actually do it, I’ll see you inside the Escape Plan Bootcamp.

Subscribe and Review
If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more visionaries who need these insights. 🎙 

Want to join Freedom Life Experience?
Hop on a call with Katti No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit. 

Links & Resources:
→ ESCAPE PLAN BOOTCAMP

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

Want to Hear More Episodes Like This? What to Listen to Next:

#133 The Only Reason You Haven’t Moved Abroad Yet… Is You

#76 Overwhelmed by Options? Here's How to Get Unstuck and Create Your Move Abroad Plan

#98 The Courage to Commit: How to Trust Yourself and Your Move Abroad Decision

Many Americans are feeling scared and desperate to leave the U.S. right now, and that fear makes sense. In this episode, we slow the panic and talk about how to move abroad intentionally, not reactively, so your move feels empowering instead of traumatic.

We also discuss the important distinction between running away from the life you have versus running toward the life you want.

In This Episode:

• Why fear-driven moves often feel heavy, rushed, and unsatisfying
• A powerful question to clarify whether you truly want to leave (or you feel like you have to)
• How shifting from “I have to leave” to “I want to leave” restores agency
• The “first-not-forever” strategy for moving quickly without losing alignment
• How to use stepping-stone countries, easier visas, and interim plans to stay on track

You don’t need to flee your life. You get to choose it. And you deserve a move abroad that feels intentional, expansive, and truly yours. If you’re ready to create a calm, clear, actionable plan, support is available. Join the Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp!

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If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more visionaries who need these insights. 🎙 

Want to join Freedom Life Experience?
Hop on a call with Katti No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit. 

Links & Resources:
→ Move Abroad Escape Plan BOOTCAMP Waitlist

→ Contact Us for Coaching

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

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#86 Trump Won... Now What?

#70 Beyond the Election: Why Moving Abroad Is More Than an Escape

#27 How to Vote and Stay Politically Active When You Live Abroad

Australian swearing, barefoot adults, kangaroo meat, and a husband who cannot be trusted with a microphone. We’re not here to f* spiders.

Richelle and Chris break down the things you’d only know if you actually visited Australia - and yes, it gets weird fast. This is not a “should you move to Australia?” episode. This is the REAL deal: the food, the bugs, the language, and the cultural chaos no one warns you about.

From eating kangaroo to drinking questionable wine out of a bag, this episode is fully unhinged (and deeply educational) in the most unserious way possible.

This episode contains explicit language because Chris cannot be trusted not to swear, overshare, or explain Australian culture in a way that sounds sane.

Topics include:

• Richelle’s dream of becoming the Beef Queen
• Barefoot adults just living life
• Meat raffles and why they’re a thing
• Bugs, spiders, snakes, and emotional damage
• Goon of Fortune (unfortunately real)
• Australian swearing (why “mate” is an insult, and what you actually call your friends)
• Richelle’s driving anxiety
• Why fairy bread is basically a sad Funfetti cupcake

Australia is not for the weak.

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Links & Resources:
→ 50% OFF Move Abroad Master Plan

→ Follow my Spain life on Instagram

→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Facebook

Your move abroad just got a serious upgrade. The Move Abroad Master Plan is an 8-lesson, self-paced course that helps you:

• Create your personalized move abroad plan
• Gain clarity without the overwhelm
• Take action immediately

Plus, when you complete the course, you get a free 20-minute Master Plan Success Session with my team — your roadmap to actually making it happen.

This is your chance to turn your move abroad dreams into a plan you can actually follow. Register Now!

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#118 Moving to Spain? Our Unfiltered Take on Valencia, Alicante, and Málaga (Over Half a Bottle of Vermut Roja)

#116 Would We Move to Sicily? Wine-Fueled Recap of Our Most Chaotic Scouting Trip Yet

#111 Would We Actually Move to Greece? Real Talk from the Road (Over a Bottle of Cretan Wine)