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Synopsis

Building a strong identity and self-confidence is probably the central piece of what is often at the origin of expat partners challenges when moving from a country to another. In the episode 51, we talked a lot about the general challenges of defining home and our identity when living on the move and adapting to so many different cultures. In the particular case of expat spouses, identity has a lot to do with finding on top of that the balance between being a parent, and particularly a mom, dedicating time for the family while trying to pursue our own dreams, aspirations, careers and building a strong self-confidence. In this episode, I have chosen some extracts that explain really well where this challenge comes from, but also some great insights and important advice to turn this challenge into great opportunities. We start with Evelyn Simpson, an ex banker, expat partner and co-founder of the coaching company, Thriving Ab