FRUIT FRIDAY

This week, I'm opening up about one of the biggest challenges I've faced since moving abroad, and one that I didn't expect to have: the identity crisis that comes when you never truly belong, and the fear of never truly being known. We talk about how your identity changes in more ways than one when you move abroad, and the challenges that come with each shift. This was an extremely dif...

This week, I'm getting real about what it's like to grieve abroad and how grief from a distance often means grieving alone, twice. I also talk about the guilt that comes with not being home for these moments, as well as other milestones in the lives of loved ones. And after nearly seven years abroad and counting, I share my best advice for managing both based on my own experiences.

One of the things I get asked about most often, and the topic of this week's episode, is what it's like to date abroad. I'm sharing some of my own experiences as a foreign woman dating in Thailand and the joys and challenges that come with. I'll talk about the three segments of the dating pool abroad, the pros and cons of each once. Plus I'm offering my five best tips for cross...

In this episode, we're talking about the inevitable feelings of loneliness that come with moving to a new place, what to do about FOMO at home, and how to approach making new friends. I'll tell you about the types of people you'll meet and my best advice for finding and creating community in a new place. Plus, you'll hear a few of my stories, good and not so good!

In this episode, I sat down with Magie (my best friend) to indulge in our favorite fruit, durian. We talk you through the right and wrong ways to eat it and how that translates to the right and wrong ways to integrate into a new culture. It's non-stop laughter as we reflect on the mistakes people have made (ourselves included), as well as methods for integrating with intention, such as acting...

In this episode, we're diving into the heart of what this season is all about: the unspoken challenges that come with moving abroad or even just moving away from home for the first time. First up, the humbling experience of starting over in a new place and what it's really like to be a beginner again. I'll share stories about my first days/weeks in Thailand and offer my best tips for i...

This week is all about the initial challenges you face when moving abroad. In this episode, I outline many of these hurdles and my advice for overcoming them both when preparing to move and after you arrive. This includes everything from gathering paperwork, navigating visa applications, and choosing the right insurance company to finding a place to live and accessing your finances while abroad. I...

This week, we’re taking a step back to talk about recognizing when it’s time to make a big change and how to explore your options before moving forward. Plus, papaya! If you’re dreaming about moving or traveling abroad, this episode is packed with stories, tips, and tricks to help you turn that dream into a reality.

We're kicking off this season with mango, a few of my favorite stories, and my thoughts on why it's so important to start before you're ready. Plus, advice for taking those first steps. Whether you want to move abroad or you are itching to make another big change, this episode might be just the push you need to get started.

Welcome to Fruit Friday! While this isn't the official release of FRUIT FRIDAY, this quick teaser episode is a quick introduction to me and what this podcast is all about. For anyone dreaming of making a big move, but isn't sure where to begin... For those currently navigating that big transition and struggling to find their footing... Or for those who have been living the immigrant life f...