Tag: Relocation adjustment
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Expat Overwhelm: How to Overcome It
Why Capable Mothers Feel Lost Abroad Did you know that expats are 2.5 times more likely to experience anxiety and depression? 50% of us are put in the “High Risk” category for suffering anxiety and depression*. Expat Overwhelm leaves you feeling dazed and unable to complete basic tasks. Culture shock, social adjustment, and the emotional…
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Personalized Relocation Services: What You Need to Know
Relocating to Germany as a Family Did you know that expats recently ranked Germany 49th in a survey of 53 countries when considering their happiness abroad? The report claims “Expats are the among the loneliest and unhappiest worldwide”. Yikes! But you’ve decided to move to Germany. Now what? The challenges of moving abroad are not…
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The Cheat Sheet you Need to Shop Secondhand in Germany
There’s nothing like the thrill of shopping secondhand and finding a unique treasure. From a vintage dress to a retro record, or a unique piece of furniture, I love the experience of searching through used items and discovering a hidden gem. It’s not only friendly on the wallet but also helps reduce waste and gives…
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Why living abroad sucks (and how to overcome it)
Living abroad is the worst. It’s not fun. It’s not glamorous and it is most definitely not always Instagrammable. But weirdly, it gets better. Read on for the top three reasons living abroad is the worst and how I’ve overcome them. If you take away only one thing from this post, it should be this:…
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The Tips You Need To Support Homesick Kids While Travelling
Updated on 25 July, 2025 by Tara You’ve made it. You’re away. After months of planning, organising, saving and impatiently waiting – you’re finally on holiday. But not everyone’s loving it. Traveling with your children is one of the most rewarding gifts you can give them. New places, new foods, new cultures, and new adventures…
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The girl behind the blog
As a little girl, I wanted to learn every word in the world. I had no concept that there were different languages. Dressing up as an artist for the school dress-up day, I wore a beret and even had a little easel of cardboard to carry. Because the clothes were better than what I thought…
