Meltdown Abroad

Transitions and Anxiety


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Back-to-school (and every new season abroad) can crank up the anxiety.

In this episode, we break down what anxiety looks like during transitions, why your nervous system feels “turned up,” and how to calm it in real time. You’ll get quick sensory resets, simple schedule tweaks, and community hacks, so you can move from survival mode into steady-ness.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why transitions amplify anxiety for expat parents
- Body-first strategies to feel more regulated
- How to spot your early signs and intervene sooner
- Practical planning moves: time buffers, checklists, and scripts
- Ways community support makes the logistics and emotions lighter

 

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