The returner support

In this episode, I’m joined by Grace Grossman, yogi mentor, writer, and someone who has spent most of her life moving between cultures. Born in the UK with a German father, Grace has lived in Germany, Spain, and the UK, always flowing between the three, learning something new about herself in each place. We dive into what it means to form an identity when your life spans multiple cultures. Grace d...

In today’s episode, I get honest about something that might sound silly, how I’ve been spiraling because of the heat. But what started as frustration with the weather opened up a deeper reflection on mindset, values, and the way we choose to experience life. I share the moment I realized that when I was in Brazil, where it was even hotter, I actually thrived. So what’s different now? We dive into:...

In this episode, I dive into the topic of alignment, what it really means to live a life that feels right for you, and how to stop getting pulled in a thousand different directions by what everyone else is doing or saying. I share personal stories from my time as an au pair and my travels in Southeast Asia, moments where I felt completely present, free from pressure, and not obsessed with what cam...

In today’s episode, I’m getting real about a feeling that many of us experience after returning home: that quiet, persistent “off” feeling, even when everything looks good on paper. You’ve got the job, the apartment, maybe even the social life. But deep down, something feels... disconnected. I’m here to tell you: that feeling is not a sign that you need to run away or start over again. It’s a sign...

Have you ever asked yourself “Who am I now?” after coming back home from living abroad? In this episode, I dive deep into the identity crisis many people face when they return home after months or years abroad. I explore the different layers of identity , who you were before you left, who you became during your time abroad, and who you’re becoming now that you’re back. We talk about: The roles and...

When we return to our home country after living abroad, it’s so easy to focus on what’s missing. What we don’t like. What we lost. We romanticize the place we left and feel stuck, like the best part of our life is already behind us. In this episode, I invite you to shift your perspective. To look again. What if it’s not about the country… but about how you’re seeing it? I’ll share honest stories f...

In this deeply honest episode, I open up about the messy, emotional, and often surprising reality of moving back in with family after time abroad. Before coming home, the idea of living with my family stressed me out, especially knowing I'd be between my dad's place in the middle of nowhere and a complicated past with my mom. I share the truth about what it’s been like to live through that: the bo...

In this episode, we’re doing something most people avoid: getting radically honest with ourselves. If you’ve returned to your home country, whether by choice or circumstance, it’s time for a check-in. Where are you really at in your life right now? And where do you actually want to be? I guide you through a compassionate but honest reflection: Why did you come back? Was it for family, studies, som...

In this episode, I dive deep into the complexities of making friends once you're back in your home country inspired by a Facebook post from a woman who found it difficult to reconnect socially after returning. I explore the common experience of feeling like people back home aren’t as open to new connections, and how this isn't just about your country, it's about human nature, routine, and establis...

In this episode, I open up about a wave of loneliness that hit me hard last Saturday. It was one of those moments where everything felt heavy, and suddenly, all I could see was what I didn't have anymore. If you’ve been through a similar feeling, especially after returning home from life abroad, you’re not alone. Instead of trying to fix or push the feeling away, I chose to sit with it. To spend t...

In this episode, I open up about a deeply personal chapter of my life, the time I spent in Canada, torn between what I thought I needed and what I truly wanted . I take you through my journey from Montreal to Winnipeg, where I stayed not out of love for the place, but from a place of scarcity, chasing permanent residency in hopes of creating stability before following my true dream of traveling th...

Going back to your home country after living abroad is so much more than reverse culture shock, it’s an emotional rollercoaster, an identity shift, and a deep invitation to meet yourself all over again. In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 truths I wish someone had told me before I returned home. These aren’t the usual tips you find online, they're the hard-earned lessons I had to live through. If y...

Last week was a triggering one for me, and instead of holding space for my emotions, I fell back into that old pattern of trying to fix myself. Sound familiar? In this episode, I share a real and raw reflection on what it means to accept yourself, especially in those messy, uncomfortable moments we often try to push away. When we come back home after living abroad, it's easy to think we should fee...

Have you ever felt like being back in your home country means you're right back where you started? In this episode, I share a perspective shift that changed everything for me: What if life brought you back not to punish you or undo everything you’ve become, but to offer you a chance to redo the past, with the person you are now? You're not who you used to be. You get to respond differently. You ge...

Many people returning home after living abroad get stuck in survival mode. They think the "rules" have changed, that back home, life is about numbing emotions, avoiding discomfort, and playing it safe. But the game of life is still the same. The goal isn’t just to avoid losing. It’s to play to win. In this episode, I dive into: 🔹 How abroad, you allowed yourself to feel and experience life fully—...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the question: Where is home? What does home truly mean? 🏡 If you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong in your own country after returning from living abroad, this episode is for you. I break down the definitions of home and belonging to show you that feeling at home isn’t about a place, it’s about YOU. 🌍💫 You’ll learn: 🔹 Why home is not just your country, bu...

What if being back in your home country wasn’t something to just get through, but a part of your journey to the life you truly desire? 🌍➡️🏡 In this episode, we’re shifting the focus from frustration and uncertainty to presence and possibility. Instead of trying to control the future or waiting for “something better,” how can you make today the best day of your life, right here, right now? ✨ Wha...

If you're feeling stuck after returning home, unsure of what’s next, or just going through the motions, this episode is for you. Today, we’re talking about the power of vision: 🔹 Why having a vision is essential to move forward instead of feeling lost 🔹 How to create a vision that aligns with who you've become 🔹 How to adjust your vision as you grow and evolve 🔹 The key to feeling excited abou...

In this episode, I open up about one of the deepest realizations from my return home: It was never just about the country. The discomfort. The disconnection. The judgment. All of it was reflecting parts of myself I hadn’t fully accepted. I share my personal story on how I rejected parts of who I was, the triggers that came up with my family, and the inner work that changed everything. If you’ve be...

Ever feel like moving abroad and returning home is like playing a game you never signed up for? 🎮 In this episode, I break it all down as if it were a four-level game, because in a way, it is. ✨ Level 1: The Box – You’re living on autopilot, following the script society handed you. 🌍 Level 2: Awakening – You move abroad, expand your mind, and realize there’s more to life than you thought. 🧠 Le...

You came back home wanting to be happy, to feel like yourself again, the version of you that thrived abroad. But instead, it feels like you’re stuck, like you’re falling behind while everyone else is moving forward. Why does it feel this way? And more importantly, how do you break out of it? In this episode, we dive into: ✨ How your thoughts shape your reality—and why it’s so hard to change them...

In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative power of transitions and how they are opportunities for growth and self-discovery. If you’ve ever felt lost or uncertain when returning to your home country after time abroad, this episode is for you. I share my own experience of how I could have handled my return differently, and how transitions , just like breakups are there to give us importa...

After living abroad, returning to your home country can feel confusing and frustrating. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or like you no longer fit in. But why is that? In this episode, I share four key reasons why you might be struggling to feel fulfilled back home, and what you can do about it. You'll learn: 🔹 Why you might be physically back but not fully present 🔹 The importance of being h...

Returning to your home country after living abroad can stir up a whirlwind of emotions : disconnection, guilt, shame, and a deep sense of being lost. But what if these emotions were not roadblocks, but signposts guiding you toward a more fulfilling path? In this episode, I dive into the importance of being truly honest with yourself about how you feel since returning home. I’ll help you explore po...

In this episode, I address three thoughtful and relatable questions from listeners who have returned to their home country after spending time abroad. Whether you're grappling with the transition back home or reflecting on the changes you've experienced, this episode offers insight and validation for your journey. "How do I know if my need for traveling is just a way to escape my life?" We explore...