If you’re living abroad, feeling lost or stuck because you’ve been questioning everything from if you made the right choice to move in the first place, to your relationship, and job. I feel you – I’ve been there before, and many expats silently struggle with this endless thought loop of “questioning everything”.

It’s overwhelming, it’s frustrating, and it can take a toll on your confidence and well-being.

Tune in to learn:

• Why this happens

• How I can help

• A couple of practical tips to implement right away
• Why doubt isn’t the problem

Mary Martha's Links:

• Your Best Life Abroad: 3-Month 1:1 Coaching Program
• Mary Martha’s website
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If you're an expat living abroad who is wondering if they're in the dreaded 'expat bubble' but not sure how to get out of it, this is for you.

I'm sharing some of my thoughts on the expat bubble, my personal experience, my hot take on why it's so hard to get out of, and some mindset shifts to help you move away from the expat bubble (without ditching your expat friends)!

Tune in to learn:

• Defining what what the ‘expat bubble’ is exactly
• My personal experience with the ‘expat bubble’
• My theory on why 'expat bubble’ occurs in the first place
• How left unchecked the 'expat bubble' can negatively impact your life satisfaction as an expat
• Mindset shifts to breaking out of the 'expat bubble'
• Your Homework for putting it in action

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• Mary Martha’s website
• Mary Martha’s Instagram
• Mary Martha’s LinkedIn
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In this episode, Mary Martha discusses the unique challenges and emotional complexities faced by expats during significant elections in their home countries. She emphasizes the importance of voting, understanding different perspectives, and the personal growth that comes from living abroad. The conversation highlights the need for empathy in discussions with friends and family back home, as well as the emotional turmoil that can arise from navigating these experiences. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to take care of themselves and recognize the value of their voices and experiences.

Takeaways

• Your voice and input absolutely matter, even from abroad.
• Living abroad gives you a unique perspective on your home country.
• It's important to validate your own experiences as an expat.
• Cultural identity can shift significantly when living in another country.
• Empathy and grace are crucial when discussing differing opinions with loved ones.
• Avoiding difficult conversations can harm relationships with friends and family.
• Living abroad can help you unlearn and reassess cultural beliefs.
• Appreciate aspects of your home country that resonate with you.
• Big elections can evoke mixed feelings about your home country.
• Self-care is essential during emotionally charged times.

Timestamps:

00:00 Navigating Elections as Expats

07:10 Understanding Different Perspectives

14:50 Emotional Complexity of Living Abroad

Keywords

expats, elections, voting, cultural identity, emotional support, living abroad, perspective, empathy, relationships, self-care

In this episode, Mary Martha discusses the journey of living abroad, focusing on the transition from the honeymoon phase to the frustration phase. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing these phases as normal and explores how to find purpose and thrive during challenging times. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she encourages listeners to embrace their experiences, serve others, and set intentions for personal growth.

Takeaways:

• The honeymoon phase is an exciting time but is temporary.
• The frustration phase can bring feelings of anxiety and homesickness.
• It's normal to feel a loss of purpose after the honeymoon phase.
• Surviving means just getting through the day, while thriving means enjoying life.
• Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
• Serving others can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
• Finding community is essential for emotional support abroad.
• Reflecting on what you want from your experience can guide your journey.
• It's okay to feel uncomfortable; allow yourself to process those feelings.
• Setting intentions can help regain personal power in your life abroad.

Timestamps:

00:00 Navigating the Honeymoon Phase

03:06 Understanding the Frustration Phase

06:10 Surviving vs. Thriving Abroad

09:08 Finding Purpose Through Challenges

12:02 Serving Others for Fulfillment

14:48 Setting Intentions for Growth

Keywords: living abroad, purpose, frustration phase, thriving, emotional roller coaster, life coaching, personal growth, community, serving others, expat life

In the inaugural episode of 'Your Best Life Abroad,' Mary Martha Kipcak introduces her journey as a life coach for expats, sharing her personal experiences of living abroad, the challenges faced, and the insights gained.

The podcast aims to provide support, inspiration, and guidance for those navigating life far from home, focusing on emotional resilience and personal growth.

• This podcast is all about things living abroad.
• Mary Martha felt a calling to live abroad after a backpacking trip.
• Struggles with homesickness are common among expats.
• Working with a life coach changed everything for Mary Martha.
• Mary Martha got certified as a life coach to help others.
• The podcast is for expats or immigrants seeking support.
• Listeners can expect clarity and practical tools.
• Emotional resilience is crucial for expats.
• Mary Martha's journey includes overcoming self-doubt and fear.
• The podcast aims to explore the nitty-gritty of expat life.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Your Best Life Abroad

01:26 Mary Martha's Journey to Living Abroad

04:10 Struggles and Growth as an Expat

06:21 The Purpose of the Podcast