Episodes
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- 10 February 2026
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There’s a phase in expat life I see again and again - and I’ve lived in it myself.
It’s that...
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- 05 February 2026
>What if you’re navigating an expat life decision… But you’re not doing that alone? (by the way, doors to
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- 08 January 2026
>The start of a new year is always very exciting to me as I set 3 big goals for the year that I can't wait to work on. Bu...
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E97
- 29 December 2025
>How can you make this year different from the last? I’m always incredibly intentional about how I want to start t...
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E96
- 27 December 2025
>Back by popular demand after I did this last year!Here are 12 reflection questions that help you make sense of...
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E95
- 03 December 2025
>I’ve been thinking about the way we treat January 1st as if it’s some kind of magical reset button - a clean slate, a...
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E94
- 26 November 2025
>Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about those chapters in life where everything looks “fine” from the outside — yet so...
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E93
- 18 November 2025
>Have you ever had one of those weeks where nothing is technically wrong… but your body, your emotions, and your brain...
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- 05 November 2025
>Have you ever felt like language is the one thing standing between you and truly belonging abroad?
In this ep...
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- 28 October 2025
>This week, I’m sharing a very personal story - one that honestly still feels a little raw. Out of nowhere, during an...
About This Expat Life
While life abroad is often amazing, it is not only rainbows & butterflies - as all experienced expats very well know. From the pleasures of drinking from fresh coconuts to dealing with a personal crisis, This Expat Life opens up space for all facets of life abroad. And more importantly: what you can do to thrive in it.
Certified coach, former diplomat and forever globetrotter Amanda Molenaar dives into the good, the bad & the ugly of expat life. Expect hands-on tips, deep dives, and relatable stories by fellow expats. Whether you're about to take off on your first international adventure or have been repatted already: This Expat Life is your place to find real understanding and to grow from the inside out.
Find more about Amanda and her programs here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com.
Certified coach, former diplomat and forever globetrotter Amanda Molenaar dives into the good, the bad & the ugly of expat life. Expect hands-on tips, deep dives, and relatable stories by fellow expats. Whether you're about to take off on your first international adventure or have been repatted already: This Expat Life is your place to find real understanding and to grow from the inside out.
Find more about Amanda and her programs here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com.