Moving abroad isn’t just about visas and packing boxes—it’s about learning to thrive in a completely new culture. That’s where cultural intelligence (CQ) comes in.

In this episode, intercultural trainer and expat coach Renae Ninneman joins me to unpack what CQ really is, why it matters, and how you can strengthen it to feel confident navigating life overseas.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• What cultural intelligence really means (beyond surface-level customs)
• The most common mistakes expats make when adapting abroad
• How to embrace a new culture without losing yourself
• Practical ways to grow your CQ—even before you move
• Why curiosity, not “fitting in,” is the key to thriving overseas

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’ll truly adapt abroad, this conversation will give you the tools—and reassurance—you need.

Want to explore our Freedom Life Programs?
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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #83 How to Handle Culture Shock Like a Pro (+ Some Wild Stories From My 12 Years Abroad)
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• #49 How to Make Friends and Meet People Abroad
• #74 No Fluency Required: How to Move Abroad Without Speaking the Language

We did it — we actually moved to Spain! 🇪🇸

In this episode, Chris and I sit down over a couple glasses of tinto de verano to spill all the details about our big move from Tbilisi, Georgia to Málaga. From the bittersweet goodbyes to the chaos of moving internationally with a toddler and a cat, we’re giving you the raw, unfiltered version of what this transition really looked like.

We cover:
✔️ Finalizing Mordie’s pet paperwork and the surprisingly smooth (but stressful!) process of flying with him
✔️ The movers arriving to pack up our entire life — and what it felt like to live out of suitcases for days afterward
✔️ Saying goodbye to our nanny, friends, and the apartment we called home for 5 years
✔️ The flight from Tbilisi to Málaga — toddler meltdowns, Turkish Airlines pet drama, and how we survived it all
✔️ What it felt like to finally land in Spain after months of planning, prep, and stress

If you’ve ever wondered what the actual journey of moving abroad looks like — from the last-minute logistics to the emotional rollercoaster — this one’s for you.

Want to explore our Freedom Life Programs?
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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #126 We’re Moving to Spain in 7 Days! The Real Talk Before the Big Move
• #115 From Quarantine to Cargo: What Actually Happens When Your Pet Moves Abroad — Expert Advice from Giulia Gebhardt
• #119  Valencia, Málaga, or Chania? We Made Our Choice (and We’re Spilling Everything)
• #87  We're Moving! Here's Why We're Leaving Tbilisi and What Comes Next

Episodes with all the wonderful people we mentioned in this podcast:

• #122 (Bryce) Afraid to Start? This Freedom Life Client Moved Abroad and Launched a Business Anyway
• #31(Beth) traveling the World as a Professional Travel Writer 
• #25 (Kara) How to Move Abroad With Cats (Or a Small Dog) 
• #12 (Kelly) Escape the 9-to-5: Building a Life of Freedom through Freelancing 

Moving abroad, starting a business, or even hitting “publish” on your Upwork profile — if you’ve ever found yourself stalling on a dream, you’ve met resistance.

In this episode, I share my own experience of facing resistance during our family’s big move from Georgia to Spain, and I’m joined by Monica Hay — writer, coach, and expert on the psychology of resistance. Monica breaks down why we self-sabotage, how fear hides behind “good reasons” to wait, and the mindset shifts that can get you unstuck and taking action.

Whether you’re moving countries, launching a side hustle, or tackling that passion project you’ve been “too busy” for, this conversation will help you stop spinning your wheels and start making it real.

What you’ll learn:

• Why resistance is not laziness — and why smart, driven people still get stuck
• How comfort zones keep us from stepping into bigger opportunities
• Practical strategies to beat procrastination and self-sabotage
• Why even exciting change can trigger doubt and hesitation

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

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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #44 Fresh Off the Plane! Moving to the Netherlands (with a husband and two cats) featuring Monica Hay
• #24 The Comfort Zone is Where Dreams Go to Die: How to Push Yourself Outside of What’s Comfortable
• #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know vs. the Discomfort You Don’t Know
• #98 The Courage to Commit: How to Trust Yourself and Your Move Abroad Decision
• #101Enneagram & Moving Abroad: How Personality Shapes the Experience with Coach Lee Milligan
• #107 No More Playing Small: Coach Rebecca’s Journey to a Life of Freedom Abroad

One week from now, we’ll be living in Spain. WHAT?!

In this episode, Chris and I sit down for a raw, unfiltered chat about what it’s really like to be one week out from a big international move—while juggling work, a toddler, and two cats. 

We talk about:
✔️ The wild decision to move up our timeline- giving us only 6 weeks to get it all done
✔️ Downsizing the apartment we’ve called home for 5 years
✔️ Shipping our stuff from Georgia to Spain (and the surprises we ran into)
✔️ Moving with our cat Mordie, and the frustration of trying to get our old medically-challenged cat Yasmina out of Georgia
✔️ Saying goodbye to our daughter’s beloved nanny
✔️ The chaos of Spanish digital nomad visa paperwork—while living abroad
✔️ Why getting an Australian marriage certificate from Georgia nearly broke us 

If you’ve ever wondered what the FINAL WEEK before an international move really looks like—the emotions, the stress, the excitement—this is the episode for you.

Tune in now for the messy, honest truth about moving abroad (with a toddler, cats, and a million loose ends).

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

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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #119 Valencia, Málaga, or Chania? We Made Our Choice (and We’re Spilling Everything)
• #115 From Quarantine to Cargo: What Actually Happens When Your Pet Moves Abroad — Expert Advice from Giulia Gebhardt
• #108  My Move Abroad Timeline Was a Total Mess—Here’s How I Untangled It
• #105  Before We Move Abroad, We Need a Scouting Trip—Here’s How We’re Planning It (ft. My Husband Chris)

Think moving abroad is only for the wealthy or adventurous? Think again. In this episode, I dive into why relocating internationally might actually be the most strategic financial decision you ever make — especially if you're feeling stuck or stressed in the U.S.–even if you have a solid income.

What you’ll hear: 

• The cost of living advantage: Hear how many of my clients have their expenses in half (or more) in countries like Spain, Vietnam and Mexico – including my experience in Georgia and soon in Malaga!
• Healthcare + tax wins: Why you might pay less and get more — with better healthcare and smart tax advantages.
• Income flexibility: How working for yourself abroad can widen your income-to-expense gap fast, even starting from $3k/month.
• Smart moving tips: Low-cost ways to make the move abroad without draining your savings.

You don’t need to be rich to move abroad — you just need the right plan. And once you create it? Your financial freedom could finally become real!

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

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→ Capital One Venture X - Richelle's pick for a travel hacking credit card

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #124 Corporate Culture, Burnout & the Brave Choice to Start Over with Coach Evan Monroe
• #99  Buying a Home for €30K?! Heather’s Story of Moving to Southern Spain
• #44  Fresh Off the Plane! Moving to the Netherlands (with a husband and two cats) featuring Monica Hay
• #113  Points, Miles, and Free Flights: Travel Hacking for Beginners That Actually Works (with Ben Komenkul)

You did everything “right”—great job, good salary, clear path.
So why does it feel so wrong?

In this raw, revealing episode, I chat with the Move Abroad Coach Operations Manager and Freedom Life Experience Coach Evan Monroe about the courage it takes to walk away from success that isn’t your success.

We dive into:
 ✨ The burnout baked into U.S. corporate culture
 ✨ Letting go of a 6-figure career and identity built on achievement
 ✨ Myths around productivity, loyalty, and self-worth at work
 ✨ How Evan rebuilt his life through the Freedom Life Experience

💡Feeling stuck in a life that looks good on paper but doesn’t feel right? This episode is your sign that it’s okay to want more.

Want to explore our Freedom Life Programs or work with Evan as a coach in Freedom Life Experience?
Hop on a call with Katti to explore our Freedom Life coaching programs. No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit.

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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #109 Project Managing Your Move Abroad: Turning Big Goals into Reality with Coach Evan Monroe
• #112 Breaking Free from the Golden Handcuffs: Is Your Job Keeping You Stuck?
• #110 Screw the System: How Hilary Moved to Prague, Got Her Master’s (Basically) Free, and Ditched the 9–5 for Good
• #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know vs. the Discomfort You Don’t Know

You’ve got the dream—moving abroad, building a freedom-based business, living life on your terms—but somehow, you’re still stuck. Why?

In this episode, I dive deep into the real reason behind self-sabotage: your dominant Enneagram instinct.

I break down the 3 core instincts that drive human behavior—Self-Preservation, Social, and Sexual (1-1)—and how each one can secretly block your progress, even when you're fully committed to your goals.

Here’s what I cover:

• How each instinct shows up in your business & abroad dreams
• Where your instinct is helping you—and where it’s holding you back
• Why “just one more plan” or “waiting for the spark” might be fear in disguise
• How to work with your instinct instead of letting it control you

Whether you're a freedom-seeker, aspiring nomad, or purpose-driven entrepreneur—this is Enneagram 2.0-level self-awareness that will change the way you approach your goals.

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

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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #101  Enneagram & Moving Abroad: How Personality Shapes the Experience with Coach Lee Milligan
• #42 The 3 Types of Fears Keeping You From Moving Abroad
• #24 The Comfort Zone is Where Dreams Go to Die: How to Push Yourself Outside of What’s Comfortable
• #14 My First Year Abroad Was a Total Disaster (Here are 5 Things I Did Wrong)

In this episode, I sit down with Freedom Life Experience client Bryce Althouse, who moved to Tbilisi, Georgia without a business plan—and ended up launching a successful in-person theater program from scratch.

We talk about:

• Moving abroad without a safety net
• Starting a business without a degree or formal training
• How Bryce found his niche through the Freedom Life Experience
• The power of going all in, even when you're scared
• Why trusting yourself is more important than having all the answers

💡 Whether you’re stuck in fear, unsure of your niche, or scared to put yourself out there—this episode is your sign. You don’t need it all figured out. You just need to start.

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

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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #80 Time to Take the Leap? How to Build Your Freedom Business with Coach Alexandra 
• #117 Think You Need to Start Over to Move Abroad? Nope—Use What You Know to Make Money Now.
• #48 Ask a Move Abroad Coach: Finding Confidence to Leave Your Job, Start a Business, AND Move Abroad

In this episode we're diving deep into the pivotal moment where everything can change—if you're willing to let it.  Whether you've just joined Freedom Life, made a bold investment in your dream, or you're still lingering in research mode, this episode is your reminder that your dream life isn’t as far off as it feels.  I share how I went from making $4K in an entire year to building a multiple 6-figure business, living abroad, and qualifying for digital nomad visas around the world. It all started with one decision to go all in—even when it didn’t make sense on paper.

In the episode:

• Why your dream life feels far away (and what’s actually going on in your brain)
• The mindset shift that changed everything for me—starting with a terrifying $6K investment
• The real reason most people stay stuck (and how to stop sabotaging your future)
• Four common excuses that keep you from taking the leap—and how to reframe them
• A heartfelt reminder: You don’t have to feel “ready” to begin
  
  

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

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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #114 — After 2 Years and 100+ Episodes, Here’s What I Really Know About Freedom and Moving Abroad
• #106 Guilt, Boundaries & Moving Abroad: How to Stand Firm in Your Big Decisions with Tiffani Barton
• #79 The Hidden Cost of Playing Small: Why It's Time to Bet on Yourself and Move Abroad
• #77 Procrastination is Pricey - Why Waiting to Move Abroad is Costing You

You’ve got the skills. You’ve got the idea.
But when it comes to PRICING your offers? Total panic. 😰

What should you charge?
What if no one says yes?
Are you asking too much—or not enough?

We get it. Pricing is one of the biggest mindset and strategy blocks for new freelancers and business owners. Today we’re bringing in Coach Lee Milligan—Freedom Life Experience alum, Enneagram coach, and branding wizard—to walk you through how to stop undercharging and start pricing like a pro.

💸 In this episode, we cover:

• Why most new entrepreneurs undercharge (and how to stop)
• The difference between pricing for survival vs. pricing for sustainability
• Lee’s journey from hesitant freelancer to confidently charging premium rates
• How mindset, branding, and real value impact your price point
• Common mistakes people make when setting their prices (and how to fix them fast)

👀 Plus, I share how I went from selling $200 courses and $300/month gigs to charging $2K–$3K+ for coaching and freelance packages—and how YOU can do the same.

AND Drumroll please…….

🔥Enrollment is now OPEN for our Freedom Life programs!🔥

✨ Freedom Life Accelerator (FLA)
An 8-week group coaching program to help you create a step-by-step, strategic move abroad plan—visas, income, destinations, timelines, and more.
Registration closes June 29 at midnight.

✨ Freedom Life Experience (FLE)
Our 6-month high-touch business & life coaching program with private coaching, expert business help, and group calls with me. Perfect for freedom-driven folks ready to make money + move abroad.
⚠️ Only 30 spots available. 10 already claimed as of this morning. Registration closes June 29 at midnight

💡 PS: This is the last round at our current prices. We’re raising them in July. If you’ve been on the fence—this is your sign.

Want to explore our Freedom Life Programs?
Hop on a call with Katti or Isabella to explore our Freedom Life coaching programs. No matter when you’re ready to start, we’ll help you find the right fit.

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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #101 Enneagram & Moving Abroad: How Personality Shapes the Experience with Coach Lee Milligan
• #117 Think You Need to Start Over to Move Abroad? Nope—Use What You Know to Make Money Now.
• #53 STOP Being So Afraid of Freelancing: Here’s Why Freelancing is the Perfect Move Abroad Career
• #72 The Truth About Freelancing: Busting 10 Common Myths
• #80 Time to Take the Leap? How to Build Your Freedom Business with Coach Alexandra [BONUS]