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When we expatriate, we all ask ourselves: am I o.k.? Do I belong? Am I safe? What happens if an answer is no? Alternatively, as often happens, everything goes beautifully. But we each move for different reasons that satisfy our souls, our core. These needs help us feel alive, of value. To find a spot where you can happily belong fills a primal need. Some of us may travel to attain that. We, expats . . . immigrants, learn to be comfortable with the unknown. We search for answers and look for ...
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Suzanne Putman - A Deep Longing For Home. Ep 9
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It's been over three decades since Suzanne, her sibling and parents moved from Europe to the US. What exactly has kept her here for so long? We discuss her uncomplicated life in the US, her personal story of overcoming breast cancer and why her U.S. healthcare system played a pivotal role in her recovery. Tune in and subscribe to the show. https://…
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Ynhi Carr Pt.2. Resilience In The Face of Change
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Part 2 with Ynhi. We continue our story of expat transformation with Ynhi Carr. We look deeper into life in Vietnam and the experience of others. We discuss raising American kids, giving back to others, handling other people's opinions, and setting your own identity, goals and quality of life. Email guest@theplaceswecallhome.com to share your expat…
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Ynhi Carr Pt.1 - Resilience In The Face of Change
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Ynhi started life with all the trimmings you could wish for. But a change beyond her family's control altered all they knew, and set her on a path of transformation, resilience, self-discovery. For Ynhi coming to America meant hard work, enduring ridicule, and rising above her 'doubters' to accomplish her dreams. I love her. You will too. I didn't …
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Part 2 with Cris. We chat about the 'good stuff': the American dream, is it a real thing, and for whom? We muse on establishing a worthwhile life, mental health, uprooting your success, and of course the issue of connecting as an adult. More chicken soup please! https://www.instagram.com/the_places_we_call_home…
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Meet Cris, a woman with a lot of heart and talent. She's easygoing, and has it all together ... in Brazil. Cris and I Chat over chicken soup and shawarma about long-distance love, the emotional and practical challenges of transferring your successful life -- i.e. reputation, to the US from Brazil. But what about your invaluable self - those parts t…
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Karen from Hnduras - I'm Not Just A Latina
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It's never a good idea to underestimate the human spirit. Karen was happily minding her own business, but somebody interfered in her life plan, and her safety, causing unplanned changes. She's got fire in her bones and a heart for early childhood education. It's giving ...indominable spirit, waking up to truth, dealing with unfavorable realities. A…
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Helen is a fountain of passion ... if there's such a thing her name would be all over it. She had me on the edge of my seat all day. And weeks after. I couldn't resist getting into her purpose, which is to bring financial literacy to everyone who crosses her path. It's noble and it's real. You'll get some brilliant insights into the Chinese culture…
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Camilla from Brazil - 💔 Refuse To Be Broken
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I honestly wasn't expecting to have my heart broken. I wasn't expecting to fall in love with 'Camilla'. I want to have her courage, resilience, and tenacity. I can't begin to imagine handling this level of .... well, I can't spoil if for you. Don't you think there are some souls you just cannot keep down, no matter what you throw at them? This Cami…
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Thilo Stompler - How To Bounce Back When your 'stuff' hits the fan
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Thilo is one of the sweetest soul and spirit you'll meet. He's kind and non-judgmental. He's had his moments of blowing things up (not the 'call the CIA' kind of blasts - just the 'no oxygen in the room' kind of blast). He's made some errors and he's paid for them in full. How can you possibly not be inspired by his story of handling your worst fea…
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Hi there good to see you. Welcome to The Places We Call Home podcast. Here, we celebrate the tenacity, courage and resilience of the human spirit, that ability to overcome unexpected challenges, move through doubt and all the stuff life throws at us. These are stories from people who have moved from countries all across the world to make a home in …
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