Join Christine in this special bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign as she shares the first part of the Wellness Abroad series. Dive into heartfelt stories from past guests who share their unique wellness journeys while living abroad. Discover how relocating to new countries has prompted them to redefine and enrich their approach to wellness. P…

Hi friend! Are you struggling with your mental health during this season of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by mental health challenges at this point in time? Does this sound familiar? You find yourself in a place you really don’t want to be… It feels like a battle is taking place… Not around you… not on the outside… but right on the inside.…

Hi friend! When we look at the state of the economy, rising interest rates, high cost of living, or when we encounter personal challenges like job loss or health issues...the list can go on and on, discouragement could begin to set in and cause a disconnect in marriages. How we respond to these challenges can either strengthen our marriages or resu…

Hi friend! Building a strong and thriving marriage takes hard work. Now, adding a child makes it feel even more challenging. For married couples caring for a child or children with disabilities, a thriving marriage can seem impossible. Research has shown that these couples face unique and intense stressors and are at increased risk for divorce. The…

Hi friend! Disconnection in marriage can occur for various reasons. One of them could be as a result of our other important or close relationships. What if there was one relationship that could be hurting your marriage and affecting your connection with your spouse? What if this involved the relationship with your parents? Want to know more? In thi…

Hi friend! Are you tired of avoiding conflict or engaging in conflict avoidance in your marriage, an action that further creates distance between you and your spouse? Are you struggling to have that difficult conversation with your spouse? If so, this episode is for you. Get ready to discover 3 hacks to try instead of avoiding conflict in your marr…

Hi friend! Are you avoiding a difficult conversation with your spouse because you want to avoid conflict? Maybe you don’t like conflicts and would rather zone out or tune off or walk away or avoid that difficult conversation. Facing conflicts may feel uncomfortable, so engaging in conflict avoidance may seem like the safer route to take or is it? W…

Hi friend! Guess what? You are about to listen to the 100th Episode on the show! It has been a journey, and we can't wait to share about how it all began...starting a marriage podcast, the journey to the 100th episode and one more thing. In celebration of our 100th episode anniversary, you have a chance to win one of 5 giveaways! Curious to know mo…

Hi friend! We are in a broken world, a world that is filled with challenges and sufferings. We have come to realize that we all need each other and we need to encourage one another. If you feel like you're going through a tough or difficult season in your life and marriage and you feel like almost giving up, we hope this episode encourages you. Sen…

Hi friend! If you’re a husband who desires to enjoy a deeper connection with his wife while also honouring God in your marriage, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I will be talking about leadership in the home, a debated topic in these modern times. Get ready to discover 3 types of leadership to embrace as a husband to improve the conn…

Hi friend! We want to hear from you (email: coach@happymarriedfamily.com ). If you are a Christian man or woman who is married and has been raising a family abroad for years, or have just relocated to a new country or province with your family, we would love to get on a quick 10-15 mins zoom call over the next few days to learn more about your expe…

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Hi friend! Are you in a tough season in your marriage where it seems like you are struggling to get through to your spouse? Do you desire to reconnect with your spouse? In this episode, you will discover one five-letter word that has benefited our marriage in amazing ways. For example, it has helped prevent conflicts from escalating & unnecessary c…

Hi friend! Are you in a season in your marriage when you're not feeling appreciated in your relationship? If you are currently thinking: “I feel unappreciated in my marriage” and you’re wondering what to do, you’re not alone. In this episode, I will share some possible reasons why this may be happening and some actions you can take or tips to try t…

Hi Friend! When I talk to men, most of the time, a common concern in marriage is usually along the lines of “my wife does not give me the respect that I deserve.” If this sounds like you, and you’ve been wondering, "How can I gain respect from my wife?" or silently asking the question “How can I get my wife to respect me?”, in this episode, you wil…

Hi friend! Let’s talk about communication in marriage! We often hear that communication is important in marriage. How important is it to improve your communication skills in marriage? Well, here is one thing we can tell you: When we got better at communicating with each other as a couple, our bond grew stronger and our marriage improved. So, if you…

Hi friend! In honor of Family Day, we will be airing this episode that is centered around family life & parenting especially in our modern world filled with so many distractions - How to build connection, communicate with & provide clarity for your child today. During this interesting and insightful interview, our Special Guest will be taking us on…

Hi friend! *This is Part 2 of a 2-part episode series.* There are times wherein life just happens...maybe a new job comes into the picture, a new child is added to the family, a move to a new location or relocation occurs and it now begins to feel as though love is starting to dissipate or disappear in marriage and a different kind of feeling emerg…

Hi friend! *This is Part 1 of a 2-part episode series.* There are times wherein life just happens...maybe a new job comes into the picture, a new child is added to the family, a move to a new location or relocation occurs and it now begins to feel as though love is starting to dissipate or disappear in marriage and a different kind of feeling emerg…

In this last episode of Season 5 of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine answers audience questions. The podcast will be on hiatus for the foreseeable future, so please listen (re-listen) to the extensive archive. This Episode Covers: Christine's Top 2024 Living Abroad Locations Advice for Solo Travelers How to Find A Therapist Abroad Advice for Youn…

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Tonya Melendez shares how she has used her intuition to lead her in her life abroad for 10+ years. She also shares tips for honing your intuition and using it to lead you successfully abroad. This Episode Covers: Living in Spain Moving to Mexico Harnessing the Power of Your Intuition And so much more! Epi…

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Tayler Ava Friar shares her story of how living abroad for 10+ years — from Argentina to England to Vietnam to Spain to South Africa and Mexico—has contributed to her professional development and creative evolution. This Episode Covers: Studying Abroad in Buenos Aires Attending Graduate School in London T…

Hi friend! It is no news that we believe that God is the Source of marriage. He created marriage and a relationship with Him will have an effect on the way you do marriage. What does it mean to have an intimate relationship with God? How does building intimacy with God transform a marriage? At times we want to go through marriage with our limited v…

Hi friend! We have realized that after being married for years and after the honeymoon phase, and the demands of work, life and responsibilities increase, it is easy for us to get into an autopilot mode. The downside of this is that we could begin to take our spouses for granted. The truth is that we cannot invest in our marriages passively or put …

Hi friend! In this episode, we will be talking about marriage and money matters. During this interesting and insightful interview, our Special Guests will be taking us on a journey by sharing their story and experience about navigating financial challenges and stress in their marriage. Our Special Guests are Casey and Meygan Caston and we are pleas…

Hi friend! At the start of the new year, you may have set goals for the year including marriage goals. But have you thought of creating a marital vision? In other words, having a vision for your marriage? Even though some may think that creating a vision is just for companies and businesses, however, our marriages are not excluded from this process…

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Eleanor Mayrhofer shares her story of living abroad in Germany for nearly 25 years-- from corporate life to freelancer and business owner and from dating abroad to intercultural marriage and motherhood in Germany. This Episode Covers: Navigating German Immigration Career in Design in Germany Working in Co…

Hi friend! Happy New Year!!! The New Year for some, marks the beginning of a new season or phase in their lives. For you, this may mean stepping into the next phase of your marriage. If you’ve been married for some time now, you would realize that staying connected as a couple while raising a family goes beyond paying the bills and running a househ…

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Nikki Faye Tillery shares her story of how grief led her to an adventurous life abroad and how she ended up calling Colombia, South Africa, Turkey, and Kenya home. This Episode Covers: Studying Law in London Living in Medellin Living in Johannesburg Living in Istanbul Living in Nairobi Becoming an Interna…

Hi friend! Today, we will be talking about a practice that will benefit your marriage. The reason is that engaging in this practice supports your marital growth, resulting in a stronger and happier relationship over the years. What are we referring to? Evaluating or reviewing your marriage. I know this may sound so serious, intense or unexciting bu…

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Hi friend! As we get closer to Christmas and the end of the year, you may have spent some time reflecting on how the year 2023 has been so far. Maybe, you’ve had some wonderful experiences over the past months and maybe you’ve had challenging or even painful experiences. No matter what you discover, there is one thing I find that could help while f…

Ep. 106 The Living & Working Abroad Show 🎙️Navigating Residency, Travel, and Life Abroad for EU Expats in the UK and Schengen Zone 🛂🌍https://proactpartnership.com/blog/navigating-residency-travel-and-life-abroad-for-eu-expats-in-the-uk-and-schengen-zone-106ProACT Sam által

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In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Nkem Chukwumerije shares her story of traveling, studying, working and living abroad in Hong Kong, South Korea, Abu Dhabi, and Mexico. This Episode Covers: Studying Fashion Business in Hong Kong Teaching English in South Korea Being a Writing Professor in Abu Dhabi Finding Authentic Self Expression in Mex…

Hi friend! It is no longer news that one of the leading causes of conflicts or fights in marriage has to do with money. In this guest episode on the show, we will be talking about money matters and discussing an important topic: Breaking the ”Broke” Cycle: Building Generational Wealth as a Couple Raising a Family Abroad. During this interesting and…

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Jazzie Más shares how losing her liberty and ability to travel led her to deep healing and a vibrant life abroad of self-discovery. This Episode Covers: Living in Mexico Living in Bali Living in Chiang Mai,Thailand Becoming a Comedian in Da Nang, Vietnam Living & Building Community in Santa Marta, Colombi…

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Wendy Alexander shares how losing everything became the catalyst for a dynamic international career and life. This Episode Covers: International Government Contracting Working in the Middle East Building a Business in Dubai How Working Abroad Affects Children How Working and Living Abroad Affects Marriage…

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Hi friend! We know that building a stronger marriage while raising a family in modern times is not necessarily easy as you have other things begging for your attention. We also know your desire is to enjoy your marriage…even as parents. This is why we feel this is an important topic to discuss so you can start taking baby steps to improve your marr…

Welcome to A Sideways Life, where we uncover the hidden gems of the world, far away from the usual tourist hotspots! Hey, Sideways Lifers! In today's episode, we're taking a detour from the usual travel guide. Forget Paris, New York, and Bali - we're diving into destinations that are equally enchanting but way less crowded. We're talking about plac…

Hi friend! Living abroad and raising kids (especially when you live far away from your support system) can be so tough…we get it. But your marriage doesn't have to suffer in the process. There are some habits and hacks/tips that can help you as you navigate this life transition as a couple raising a family...even if you're living far away from fami…

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Lola Akinamade returns to the podcast to discuss her new book Everything Is Not Enough the sequel to her wildly popular debut fiction novel, In Every Mirror She's Black. This episode contains spoilers!* Buy Everything is Not Enough (https://bookshop.org/p/books/everything-is-not-enough-lola-akinmade-akers…

In this weeks show we cover a range of global issues, from the intricacies of maritime relocation and Rwanda’s geopolitical strategies to the nuanced differences between asylum seekers and migrants. It delves into the complexities of working rights within the EU, compares the influential roles of China and the USA, and addresses pressing environmen…

Hi friend! With the world becoming more accessible, people have had reasons to migrate to a different state or country for various reasons, including a better life, and education, to mention a few. As a result of relocation, some spouses have had to be separated for a season, some for weeks, some for months, and some for years. Some of you are in t…

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The Living & Working Abroad Show #101In this weeks stream, we delve into the intricate world of financial regulations and their impact on overseas property rentals. Our focus is on the significant strides made in anti-money laundering (AML) measures and the evolving landscape of tax obligations for property owners across various countries.Key Highl…

- 🏗️ Evergrande's Brink: A looming deadline for the Chinese property titan threatens global markets, amidst criminal investigations and potential forced property sales. - 🌐 Shifting Alliances: The emerging Russia-Iran-North Korea axis challenges current economic and property investment climates and hints at a possible new world order.- 🗳️ 2024's Po…

Hi friend, The holiday season is fast approaching and travel plans are on the way. Is going on a big family vacation one of your plans before the end of the year? Or maybe no plans as of yet? Regardless of where you are, what is more important is to stay connected as a couple and family, especially in these modern times. This is why in this episode…

Hey there, listeners! We're back with "A Sideways Life" after a good nine-month break. Thanks for hanging in there with us – we've missed you all! In our latest chat, we get real about the ups and downs of our nomadic life. Turns out, even we can get a bit tired of moving around all the time. We spill the beans on our recent Italian escapade, where…