Values ... To be honest given my age for a long time values was only ever discussed in a corporate environment. I attended countless workshops and could have played buzzword bingo the moment integrity and team work were mentioned! It however never changed terrible leadership! Family is one of my most important values. Recently my aunt and uncle visited from Bahrain, when we lived in Dubai they were constants in our lives. Having them in New Zealand was a truly wonderful time and whilst there were big fat ugly tears when they left I had so much to be thankful for. There was so much joy because I made time for it, I was grateful for everything we did and most importantly I was present in the moment and felt grounded and the unconditional love that is always there when I am with my family. When you live a long way away from family you can feel isolated and depleted of that unconditional love and support so when it's present you need to plug in and charge yourself up!!! Have you worked out your own personal values and what is important to you? It's something we don't always make time for when we are busy being busy. It is however a fundamental step in self awareness. It's a really fun exercise I do with clients and in workshops as it enables you to move positively forward in alignment with your goals and dreams. If you are feeling a bit lost and detached from what is important and believe coaching may help you move forward, please dm me and you can book a session or go to the link in my bio and fill out the contact request #expatcoach #expatmum #livingabroad #reversecultureshock #livingabroadproblems #movinghome #movingabroad #thirdculturekids #expatparent #expatlifedubai
Well this is super relevant to all of us. Parents always ask me “How come your child tells you all this stuff about their day, their feelings, their thoughts?” Mostly it’s down to our emotional connection and the secure attachment that he enjoys with me. BUT it’s also down to how I ask him questions. I offer invitations. I don’t cross examine or ask loads of questions. I simply invite him to share. If you’re struggling to get your child to share with you, work on that secure attachment and check the language you use when you want them to share with you. #funlovingparenting #funandlove #parentingwithlove #parentingtips #parenting #gentleparenting #consciousparenting #parentingtools #parentthechildinfrontofyou #thirdculturekids #traditionalparenting #overseasfamilies #breakinggenerationalcycles #multicultural #multiculturalfamilies #family #familylove #happyfamily
It’s time to introduce Emma!! Emma started at MTI in 2023 after graduating from Moody Bible Institute. As a child, her family served as missionaries in a Jamaican deaf village. Since starting at MTI, Emma has enjoyed learning more about what it means to support and equip the whole family in preparation for their life overseas. She mainly works with kids ages 4-6 in our training programs. During her free time, Emma enjoys water coloring, hiking, and baking! 🥐 #missions #missionarykids #thirdculturekids #tcklife #mtichipsworld #missiontraininginternational
Raising Third Culture Kids Part 2 of 2 By: Amanda Mauro, MA There can be some draw backs, one of which TCKs can struggle with questions of identity and belonging, feeling that they don’t fully fit into their parents' culture or the cultures they have lived in. This can lead to a sense of rootlessness and confusion about where they truly belong, impacting their self-esteem and social relationships. One way to help support your child in overcoming struggles they may experience due to being a TCK could be to teach them about your home culture. Exposing them to your roots and the cultural contexts you've been part of can provide a stronger sense of identity and continuity. This can also help to create a personal narrative that your child can use to integrate their various cultural experiences. Another way to provide support is to put them in situations where they can meet other TCK’s. This can be through sports groups, schools, and other organizations. This helps to create a sense of community; sharing experiences with others who have similar backgrounds can provide a sense of understanding and belonging (not only for the kids but also for the parents). Lastly, if you feel like additional support could be beneficial, consider seeking counseling with a professional who has knowledge in cross-cultural issues. They can provide guidance and strategies to navigate identity confusion and feelings of disconnection. Photo by Jochen van Wylick on Unsplash #Wassenaar #Voorschoten #DenHaag #TheHague #Leiden #Rijswijk #ThirdCultureKids #TCK #expats #expat #expatkids #expatchildren #Therapy #Wellness #Health #MentalHealth #Therapist #Healthy #Netherlands #Nederland #Delft #Voorburg #wellbeing #SouthHolland #MentalHealthMonday @amandam7
Raising Third Culture Kids Part 1 of 2 By: Amanda Mauro, MA The concept of "third culture" identity, often associated with "Third Culture Kids" (TCKs), refers to individuals who have spent a significant portion of their developmental years outside their parents' culture(s). This upbringing in multiple cultural environments leads to the formation of a unique identity that incorporates elements of their parents' culture (first culture), the host culture(s) they live in (second culture), and a blend of these influences into a "third culture." TCKs often develop advanced cultural adaptability and open-mindedness but may also face challenges with identity confusion and a sense of belonging. TCKs often develop a high level of cultural awareness and adaptability. Growing up in diverse cultural environments allows them to understand and appreciate different perspectives, making them more open-minded and accepting of others. Additionally, many TCKs become fluent in multiple languages due to their exposure to different linguistic environments. This linguistic proficiency not only enhances their cognitive abilities but also opens up opportunities for communication and connection with a broader range of people, both personally and professionally. Photo by Jochen van Wylick on Unsplash #Wassenaar #Voorschoten #DenHaag #TheHague #Leiden #Rijswijk #ThirdCultureKids #TCK #expats #expat #expatkids #expatchildren #Therapy #Wellness #Health #MentalHealth #Therapist #Healthy #Netherlands #Nederland #Delft #Voorburg #wellbeing #SouthHolland #MentalHealthMonday @amandam7
Today a photographic proof sheet has become an artifact from an earlier technical age but for those of us who learned photography in the darkroom—seeing a proof sheet is like remembering a familiar puzzle. I recognize some of the people in these photographs but not the locations. These photographs are now just evidence of the mostly unknown—I don’t know when or where they were taken or who took them. The weird compositions and ghostly overexposures creates a sense of drama and a feeling of mystery. It is like being on a holiday and you don’t have a clue of where you are, how to behave or what happens next. #Expat, #Expats, #Expatlife, #Expatliving, #Expatlifestyle, #Livingabroad, #Digitalnomads, #Relocation, #Expatliving, #FIGT, #FIGTCommunity, #FamiliesinGlobalTransition, #GlobalMobility, #GloballyMobilie, #Relocation, #LifeAbroad, #LivingAbroad, #Expatlife, #TCKs, #TCKStories, #ThirdCultureKids, #GlobalFamilies, #Authors, @figt_anza, #Globalmobilitybooks, #Expatauthors, #Expatbooks, #Bookclub, #Australianexpats, #Crossingculture, #andthenwemovedto, @carolinaporto_mambembe @amulticulturallife @kirstenpontius @louiserosswriter2w, #photography
Our new friend Rebekah will also be speaking this year! Sign up now to hear her speak! Link in bio. Rebekah Fruin is a TCK from the USA. She lived for three years in Russia as a teenager, then, as an adult, moved to Cambodia, where she lived for five years, to help in a ministry there. In 2021, she moved to Ukraine, where she has been living and working ever since. #truth4tcks #truth4tcks2024 #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #globalnomads #militarybrat #militaryfamily #foreignservice #expatlife #expatfamily #expatkids #crosscultural #ministrylife #youthministry
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Learn about the vibrant journey of Wiz Khalifa: Military B.R.A.T., From the nomadic life of a military family to the soaring heights of Grammy nominations, "He was always special, with a big, huge personality," recalls his mother, Peachie Wimbush. Khalifa’s story embodies the principles of wisdom and success, reflecting the roots of his name and artistry. 🌟 Join us in celebrating the hues of experiences that shape our world. Click this link to read more about Wiz Khalifa's story! Comment "Wiz" and we'll send you the link of the article or you can also visit our official website www.cultursmag.com, article title "Military B.R.A.T Wiz Khalifa: Black, Yellow And The Colors Of Life In Between" #cultursmagazine #brats #liminallife #thirdculturekids #Biracial #multicultural #geographicallymobilepeople
A question from one of our TCKG Fam 🫶 All TCKs / ATCKs What are your helpful tips on moving countries? Share in the comments 👇🥰 —— To ask a question to our @tckglobal family filled with TCKs just slide it in my DMs so everyone can share their thoughts and suggestions 🙆♀️❤️ All my cultured love, Jay #tckprobs #tck #thirdculturekids #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekidsproblems #thirdculturekidproblem #growingupabroad #tcklife #moveabroad #thirdculturekidmeme #intercultural #travellife #travel #travelislife #seetheworld #language #crosscultural #tckfriends #globalnomad #tcks #tckstories #tckglobal #tckcrew #multiculture #multicultural #crossculture #mixculture #expat #expatlife #expatliving
拆解「麻」與「煩」 Uncovering the fascinating origins behind everyday Chinese words like "trouble" can make language learning fun and engaging for multilingual families! Of course, even though "trouble" is an EVERYDAY word, we hope our children don't get us into too much trouble EVERY DAY! 😄 Another fun fact - the characters for "trouble" (麻煩 má fán / maa4 faan4) have exactly the same two syllables in both Mandarin and Cantonese. In Mandarin, both má and fán are in the 2nd tone, while in Cantonese, maa4 and faan4 are in the 4th tone! . . . . . . #ChineseLanguage #ChineseVocabulary #ChineseEtymology #MultilingualFamily #RaisingBilinguals #CantoneseLearning #MandarinLearning #ChineseTones #ChineseWordOrigins #LanguageFacts #LinguistMom #LanguageImmersion #HeritageLanguage #MotherTongue #AsianParenting #ThirdCultureKids #WordNerd #LanguageNerd #TonalLanguages #海外華裔學中文 #兩文三語 #Multilingualism #multilingualparenting #學普通話 #學廣東話 #語言學習 #學正體字 #三文四語 #兩文三語很重要
Join us in welcoming Olivia to the speak this year! Olivia was born and raised in the French Alps to two American parents. Then, when she was eleven, her family moved to Dubai, U.A.E., where she lived until she left for university in the States in 2017. There, she met husband, Justin; they were married in 2021 and, one month later, moved to Zambia where they worked for a year. Now Olivia is an English Literature PhD student at Duke in North Carolina! #truth4tcks #truth4tcks2024 #globalnomads #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #militarybrat #militaryfamily #expatlife #expatkids #expatfamily #lifeoverseas #overseas #crosscultural #foreignservice
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It’s not bragging if it’s true. 🤷 One of the most memorable things about the various places that I’ve lived is the wildlife of Kenya. Going to the game parks in the school holidays and seeing all kinds of animals including the big five was part of everyday life. Telling people about this has sometimes received unwelcome comments along the lines of bragging or seeking one-upmanship. It can be exhausting. Have you experienced the bragging line?
This is for the culturally diverse, the third culture kids, and anyone without a fixed home. 🚣♀️ They call us bridges. But isn’t that just another way of saying we’re floaters and drifters? 🌉 Being a bridge has its perks. Still — sometimes you wish to be solid land. ••••• I took this photo years back in my shoebox apartment. I want to share it again for AAPI heritage month. ••••• When you have so many cultures living inside you, it’s hard to know how much space to assign each of them. Which one leads? Who’s in the backseat? What percentage is what? 🪑 Honestly — it depends. The culturally ambiguous often code switch. So, our identities take turns, and sometimes fight over the driver’s seat.🚗 📍Tell me about the different cultures/identities living inside you. Let’s start a thread in the comments.🧵
What does your school do? According to an article by the NAIS by Angela Yang-Handy TCKs are often overlooked, misidentified, and misunderstood by school personnel as well as by their peers, as the relocation and cross-cultural experiences that have shaped their development are often invisible. By understanding their experiences and needs, schools can offer better support and programming. We connected on LinkedIn and she told me that in her research she didn't find a lot of schools had formalized plans so she wrote the article with clear steps of what schools can do. Here are a couple of her ideas: 1. It begins with your admissions plan. One example is about how students transferring back to the U.S. after growing up abroad are shuffled between domestic and international departments for university admissions. It can also just look like respecting the multi-faceted life of a kid in transition, and making sure admin is sensitive to the unknown circumstances. For example, knowing the address where they will live when they arrive in country. 2. Consider their orientation might look different. Can their 'new buddy' be someone who also moves a lot? Can the orientation help connect families on the move AND other parents in the grade? 3. Students should have immediate access to counselors instead of waiting to see how they adjust. Normalize the process in case it isn't familiar to them. 4. Don't assume what they know, or have lived, by their passport. There may be gaps transferring from one education system to another, so make sure to know the child and what they have already learned. 5. Make sure the employees understand, and are trained, in working with this special demographic. Make sure no one is asking 'but where are you really from?' A lot of the literature about transitions is meant for students moving back to their passport country after graduating high school, but surely there are things international schools can do to ease the transition while they are in primary, or secondary school. The author suggests schools should have a formalized transition plan. This might already be things that are done, so write them down and formalize that plan!
The older I get the fragility of life hits closer and closer to home. One minute you’re 17 on your way to school with your dad and your life comes to an end as a result of someone else’s road rage who failed to stop at the red light but plowed right into 6 cars. Your brother in law thinks he has a common cold and then the cough never goes away and he ends up getting a cancer diagnosis. Life can change in the blink of an eye. Hope takes effort and it requires practice. I place my hope on the rock when everything around feels like sinking sand. Those old school hymns speak to me during times like this . . . . . #JulieAnnEvents #ThisIsHome #PostWhatBringsYouJoy #TheHappyNow #DocumentYourDays #TheArtOfSlowLiving #ExpatLife #ShareMySquare #LiveSimply #ShotOniPhone #MomBlog #MomBlogger #OhHeyMama #SeekSimplicity #CameraMama #MothersOfInstagram #MomSoHard #ClickinMoms #singaporelife #singaporetravels #expatlife #expat #travelblogger #internationallife #travel #discovernewplaces #travelingkids #thirdculturekids #travelingfamilies #livingabroad
We all LOVE our children. And MANY of us have unkind thoughts about them. And then as a consequence about OURSELVES. What if you could stop thinking your child's a BRAT? What if you could stop worrying that you're raising an UNKIND human? What if you could stop believing that they are an ANGRY human? Well. YOU CAN. Get a COACH like me. Join a PROGRAMME like CONNECT. PRIORITISE your relationship with your CHILD and YOURSELF. #funlovingparenting #funandlove #parentingwithlove #parentingtips #parenting #gentleparenting #consciousparenting #parentingtools #parentthechildinfrontofyou #thirdculturekids #traditionalparenting #overseasfamilies #breakinggenerationalcycles #multicultural #multiculturalfamilies #family #familylove #happyfamily
My newest Podcast episode is called The Secret of Happiness. I've just read Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" and now I know the secret of happiness... and it's reminiscent of what I see Third Culture Kids doing every day in the tension they work to hold - between the "here" in my hand and the "there" out in the world. Discover more by visiting - https://lnkd.in/e4enfNhP #ThirdCultureKids #TCK #PodcastEpisode #ThirdCultureKid #thirdculturekids #happiness #SecretOfHappiness #ExpatLife #Podcast #PodcastRelease #ListenNow #OnTheAir #tckjourney
What’s the most absurd question you have received as a TCK? As TCKs, we've all encountered those jaw-dropping questions that make us do a double take 🤯 Share the most absurd question you've ever received as a TCK in the comments below. Let's have a good chuckle and show the world the misconceptions we encounter. . . #livingabroad #culture #expat #expatlife #getyourtickets #global #globalnomad #identity #igtravel #mytravelgram #psychology #tck #tcklife #thirdculturekids #travel #traveladdict #travelblog #travelblogger #traveling #travelingram #traveller #travelling #travelpics #traveltheworld #expat #expatlife
Dictionary.com define stability as "the state or quality of being stable. firmness in position. continuance without change; permanence." I'd argue that stability is a state of mind. What do you think?
I started out my Masters at @emersoncollege a semester before Covid and now have finally crossed the finish line. We are making good progress with the animation of scenes for #findinghome_film and will be done August 2024. I am very happy to graduate and have achieved this milestone in life. I want to thank my team, friends and family members who have supported me and continue to do so in my pursuing of my career and life goals. . . . . . @isa.miranda.9 #findinghome_film #EmersonCollege #emersongraduates #emersongraduation #EmersonVMA #mfa #shortfilm #independentfilm #emersoncollege #emersonians #emerson #NewEngland #thirdcultureadult #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #identity #thirdculturekidproblem #tckstories #whereareyoufrom #tckglobal #tckprobs #thirdculturekidmeme #tcklife #tckcrew #emersonalumni
A lovely story about the role that parts work plays in breaking generational patterns. If you're FED UP of parenting in the way you were parented. if you want to BREAK generational patterns but fear PERMISSIVE PARENTING. If you're READY TO CHANGE but don't know how to go about it. PARTS WORK is LIFE CHANGING. #funlovingparenting #funandlove #parentingwithlove #parentingtips #parenting #gentleparenting #consciousparenting #parentingtools #parentthechildinfrontofyou #thirdculturekids #traditionalparenting #overseasfamilies #breakinggenerationalcycles #multicultural #multiculturalfamilies #family #familylove #happyfamily
🌍 Navigating Blackness Conversations 🗣️ In Part IV of 'What Blackness Looks Like,' Kenyan Global Nomad Koya Nyangi @letmeshowyoudifferent shares struggles discussing black identity in white relationships. Allies, it's time to confront privilege and pursue equality. Want to read more? Click the link!https://www.cultursmag.com/what-blackness-looks-like-series/ #cultursmag #thirdculturekids #liminallife #militarybrats #BlackIdentity #inclusivity #diversity #culture #ConversationsOnRace #CultursCommunity
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Here goes another foodie post… these eggs are the perfect consistency to brave a torrential downpour for . . . . . #JulieAnnEvents #singapore #sg #singaporeinsiders #singaporeworld #foodreviewsg #singaporeeats #visitsingapore #queforfood #iluvsg #timeoutsingapore #singaporetravelvibes #singaporefoodie #singaporelife #singaporetravels #expatlife #expat #travelblogger #internationallife #travel #discovernewplaces #travelingkids #thirdculturekids #travelingfamilies #livingabroad #foodandtravel
TODAY IS THE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE for Proskuneo’s Third Culture Retreat (July 31-August 4, 2024). Save $25 if you register today. (Link in profile.) [Below is a testimony from one of last year’s Third Culture Retreat participants] “I learned to value, and be valued. I felt safe. I was in a space for me to be fully myself and I could feel that. I found healing in places I didn’t know existed. I had underestimated the power of hearing others’ experiences that reflected my own. There’s no manual for how a third-culture kid should live, and maybe that tension exists for a long time. But it’s ok to not be ok sometimes. And maybe the life of a third-culture kid is not just trying to resolve that tension but to go through it supporting others together.” #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #thirdculture
💔 The TCK Struggle: 'You don't understand, and I can't explain.' For many TCKs, this sentiment hits close to home. The complexity of our experiences, the layers of emotions, often defy easy explanations. It's a unique challenge that fosters empathy, resilience, and a deep sense of self. To our fellow TCKs: your journey is valid, your feelings are understood here. We're in this together. 🌏❤️ . . . #TCKCommunity #ChameleonVibes #Understanding #TCK #Thirdculturekids #TCKstruggles #Crossculture #Thirdculturekid
"People Like Us"... From the vault. 🎙️ Shannon Irby grew up as a military brat. She was born in Germany and also spent her childhood in the USA, Japan and Turkey. Listen as Shannon describes her experience of being a hidden immigrant as an African American woman in the USA and how she has become more comfortable being obviously foreign. You can find a link to the podcast in the bio. #TCKCoachJMo #jenmohindra #tck #tcklife #thirdculturekid #expatlife #thirdculturekids #globalcitizen #tcks #thirdculturekids #traveler #travelling #tckpodcast #travellingpodcast
Our favorite thing is food. We exploring all the restaurants and eating our way through Singapore . . . . . #JulieAnnEvents #singapore #sg #singaporeinsiders #singaporeworld #foodreviewsg #singaporeeats #visitsingapore #queforfood #iluvsg #timeoutsingapore #singaporetravelvibes #singaporefoodie #singaporelife #singaporetravels #expatlife #expat #travelblogger #internationallife #travel #discovernewplaces #travelingkids #thirdculturekids #travelingfamilies #livingabroad #foodandtravel
I have 19 ‘hometowns’!!! 😊 Third culture kids (TCK) are people who were raised in a culture other than their parents’ or the culture of their country of nationality, and also live in a different environment during a significant part of their child development years. They typically are exposed to a greater volume and variety of cultural influences than those who grow up in one particular cultural setting. #tck #thirdculturekids #travel #wanderer #wayfarer #explorer #citizenoftheworld #thailand #laos #zambia #australia #sweden #colorado #california #arizona
Are you an international student? Have you grown up abroad and then moved back to your “home country”? Have you moved from one place to another within your passport country? Are you an immigrant, or a TCK working in a country you didn’t grow up in? Then you belong to the big group of CCKs, Cross Culture Kids. These are kids who have spent a significant part of their developmental years (0 - 18) regularly interacting with two or more cultures. Cross Cultural Kids (CCKs) is the umbrella term and it includes the following groups of children: Traditional TCKs Domestic TCKs International Adoptees Children of Immigrants Children of Minorities Children of Refugees Educational CCKs Parachute Kids Children of Borderlanders Bi-/Mulitcultural Children Bi-/Multiracial Children Bi-/Multiheritage Children We’ve talked to many CCKs who wished they had a space to talk about CCK challenges. A space where you don’t feel like the odd one out, but one where everyone “gets you”. So, we’re offering a monthly meet-up for CCKs, TCKs, and international students etc. between the ages of 18 and 25 to meet online with Megan and myself. We’d love to have you with us!!! Bring your international and globally mobile friends along...😎 Please comment “register,” and I’ll send you the link. 🌺 Kindly, Andrea P.S.: (For security reasons, you are required to turn on your camera.) #tcks #tcklife #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #expatkids #tckuniversity #tckuniverse #internationalstudents #nomadstudents
TCKs share a unique bond that surpasses labels and appearances. Like Robynn Bliss beautifully puts it, "When we meet, it's like we're from the same place." This quote resonates deeply with our TCK community, capturing the essence of our shared experiences and understanding 💙🌍 . . #tck #belonging #connection #crosscultural #culturalappreciation #culturalawareness #culture #diversity #empathy #empowered #expat #expatlife #global #globalnomad #hungary #identity #inclusion #language #mentalhealth #psychology #tcklife #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #livingaborad #expatfamilylife #culturaldiversity
I recently saw a BBC article that referred to Third Culture Kids as 'citizens of everywhere and nowhere'; I thought that was an interesting definition. What do you think? #TCKCoachJMo #jenmohindra #tck #tcklife #thirdculturekid #expatlife #thirdculturekids #globalcitizen #tcks #thirdculturekids #traveler #travelling #travel #coach
Hei! Nihao! Kuka muistaa lapsuudestaan Camilla Mickwitzin Jason muuttaa maasta (1978), joka on klassikkotarina perheen toiseen maahan muuttamisesta? Vanhempien työt ovat vieneet perheitä ennenkin ja yhä enemmän maailman ääriin ja siinä missä Jason kiharatukkaisine äiteineen seilaa laivalla keskelle uutta maata, kieltä ja kulttuuria, niin Lotta-Sofia Saahkon ja Mira Malliuksen eilen ilmestyneessä Lilja muuttaa maailmalle lennetäänkin Kiinaan, toiselle puolelle maailmaa. Liljan kotiutuminen ei tapahdu hetkessä – muutto maahan, jonka kieltä ei osaa pelottaa ja aamupuuron sijaan tarjotut jauhelihatäyteiset taikinanyytit epäilyttävät. Kouluihin mennään koulupuvuissa ja polkupyörien sijaan liikutaan potkulaudoilla. Moni asia jännittää ensin, mutta ei mene kauan, kun Lilja jo toteaa ”Se on melkein sama asia, mutta vähän erilainen, - - Koska täällä Kiinassa kaikki on samanlaista kuin kotona, mutta silti vähän erilaista.” Yhteys kotimaahan pysyy, kun tietokoneella katsotaan Pikku Kakkosta ja mummolle soitellaan naamapuheluita, mutta tärkeintä kotiutumisen kannalta ovat tietenkin uudet ystävät ja kielen oppiminen – onneksi Lilja on nopea tutustumaan ja oppimaan. Lotta tuntee kirjailijana läpikotaisin aiheen, josta kirjoittaa: hän on itse niin sanottu third culture kid, joka on asunut läpi lapsuutensa eri puolilla maailmaa, myös Kiinassa. Mira on kuvittanut osuvasti, yksityiskohtaisesti ja upealla väripaletilla Liljan tunnelmat muuton ajalta ja kotiutumisesta, ja kahden kulttuurin törmäys näkyy monella eri tavalla kuvissa, joita tekee mieli jäädä tutkimaan. Ja miten mahtavaa oli saada kirjan toimittajaksi todellinen maailmankansalainen, joka ymmärtää tarinan nyanssit, ihana Hilla Hautajoki! #liljamuuttaamaailmalle #lottasofiasaahko @lottasaahko #miramallius @miramallius #hillahautajoki #tammikirjat @tammikirjat #thirdculturekids #matkalaukkulapset
✨Episode 88✨Happy Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, everyone! While we have seen some amazing progress for the global API community in the past few years, we should also recognise that there’s still so much we could do better for people outside and within the community. This #AAPI Heritage Month, we invite you all to acknowledge and honour what was, and embrace instead of pushing back change and progress. While we are at it, let’s also give some love to all Asian diasporas around the world - Asians in Europe, South America, Australia, Africa, ESEA in the UK and more🫶🏻 For this week’s episode, we sit down with Filipino-American PR Professional Jessica de Jesus, who was born in the Philippines and raised in Southern California. Having lived in Manila, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. and Hong Kong, Jess talks to us about her experience growing up Filipino-American, moving to Asia, and the culture shock that she’s experienced along the way🌏 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and all major podcast platforms. Leave us a 5-star review if you like the episode🎧 #ProudlyAsianPodcast - #aapiheritagemonth #asianamericanpacificislanderheritagemonth #aanhpi #aanhpiheritagemonth #asianamerican #asianamericans #asianamericanpodcast #filipinoamerican #filipinoamericanhistorymonth #proudlyfilipino #pinaypride #pinay #cultureshock #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #expatlife #expatlivinghk #expatliving #asianpodcast #asianpodcasters
Since I was a child I couldn’t pass by a plant without touching it, feeling, its energy calling to me, to this day. Old picture from Hong Kong, Seoul or Tokyo. ❤️ #theloveatelier #love #joy #bliss #thirdculturekids #tcks #tcklife #threebarsandapiano #pianists #attorneys #writers
Took dear friends to @candlenutsg for their first visit to the physical restaurant and we all enjoyed their tasting menu . . . . . #JulieAnnEvents #singapore #sg #singaporeinsiders #singaporeworld #foodreviewsg #singaporeeats #visitsingapore #queforfood #iluvsg #timeoutsingapore #singaporetravelvibes #singaporefoodie #singaporelife #singaporetravels #expatlife #expat #travelblogger #internationallife #travel #discovernewplaces #travelingkids #thirdculturekids #travelingfamilies #livingabroad #foodandtravel
Perhaps you are a long term expat family or you are preparing to move abroad with your family soon. Raising expat kids brings many benefits but also many challenges. If this is your case and you would like to discuss how to support your child, do get in touch! What is your experience? Do you have any tips for families in this situation? #thirdculturekids #expatfamilies #expatkids #tcks #thirdculturekid
Conversations with Adult Third Culture Kids Another conversation with an adult Third Culture Kid. This time, Elizabeth sits down with Laurette Bennhold-Samaan, Vice President of Global Advisory & Intercultural Services at NetExpat, to hear her story; and a particularly colorful and fascinating story it is! To see & hear the conversation, follow the "Bennett Blog" button via the link in our bio! #tck #tcklife #tckfamilies #thirdculturekids #globalmobility #relocation #movingwithkids #worldtravelers #international #educationconsultants
“Roots in Transit” explores the histories and personal narratives of individuals who identify as Third Culture Kids (TCKs). This book is a compilation of interviews, stories, and experiences shared by a diverse range of individuals, each offering unique insights into the TCK lifestyle. The inspiration behind “Roots in Transit” stems from a deeply personal connection to the TCK experience. As the creator of this project, I myself grew up as a Third Culture Kid, born in Bergamo, Italy, to Dutch parents. Throughout my upbringing, my family travelled continents, living in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, followed by seven transformative years in Nanjing and Shanghai, China, and subsequently settling in Switzerland, where we resided in Schaffhausen for four years and Zurich for three years. Currently, I find myself in London, pursuing my final year as a Graphic Communication Design student at Central Saint Martins. The decision to create this book was motivated by a desire to amplify the voices and stories of TCKs, drawing from my own experiences and those of others who have navigated the complexities of cultural identity and global mobility. I am deeply grateful to all the individuals who generously shared their stories and experiences, as well as the carefully curated images that accompany them. Their willingness to open up and share their journeys has enriched this project immeasurably, and I extend my sincerest gratitude to each and every one of them. This book is a testament to the resilience, diversity, and richness of the TCK experience, and it is my hope that it will serve as a source of inspiration and connection for TCKs and global citizens alike. - #publication #publicationdesign #adobeindesign #photography #family #thirdculturekids #interviews #bookdesign #editorialdesign #graphicdesign #designer #print #perfectbinding
“Roots in Transit” explores the histories and personal narratives of individuals who identify as Third Culture Kids (TCKs). This book is a compilation of interviews, stories, and experiences shared by a diverse range of individuals, each offering unique insights into the TCK lifestyle. The inspiration behind “Roots in Transit” stems from a deeply personal connection to the TCK experience. As the creator of this project, I myself grew up as a Third Culture Kid, born in Bergamo, Italy, to Dutch parents. Throughout my upbringing, my family travelled continents, living in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, followed by seven transformative years in Nanjing and Shanghai, China, and subsequently settling in Switzerland, where we resided in Schaffhausen for four years and Zurich for three years. Currently, I find myself in London, pursuing my final year as a Graphic Communication Design student at Central Saint Martins. The decision to create this book was motivated by a desire to amplify the voices and stories of TCKs, drawing from my own experiences and those of others who have navigated the complexities of cultural identity and global mobility. I am deeply grateful to all the individuals who generously shared their stories and experiences, as well as the carefully curated images that accompany them. Their willingness to open up and share their journeys has enriched this project immeasurably, and I extend my sincerest gratitude to each and every one of them. This book is a testament to the resilience, diversity, and richness of the TCK experience, and it is my hope that it will serve as a source of inspiration and connection for TCKs and global citizens alike. - #publication #publicationdesign #adobeindesign #photography #family #thirdculturekids #interviews #bookdesign #editorialdesign #graphicdesign #designer #print #perfectbinding
Today, I want you to meet Erika Sardinha, our newest member in the spotlight. Read her in her own words below 👇 Hello beautiful people! I'm Erika, a 37-year-old (almost 38!!!) African woman born in Angola but raised in Portugal that somehow ended up in the Canary Islands in the beautiful Tenerife. Like many of you here in this group, I consider myself an international woman. I am a survivor of childhood complex trauma and began my journey of healing in my late twenties after bumping into yoga and meditation. I spent most of my life feeling numb or depressed, so when I started my journey, all I wanted was to be happy like 5 days out of 7, instead of the other way around, which was my reality at the time. Yoga and meditation took me to personal growth, then a trip to Today, I want you to meet Erika Sardinha, our NEWSET MEMBER in SPOTLIGHT. Read about her in her own words below 👇 Hello beautiful people! I'm Erika, a 37-year-old (almost 38!!!) African woman born in Angola but raised in Portugal that somehow ended up in the Canary Islands in the beautiful Tenerife. Like many of you here in this group, I consider myself an international woman🌏 I am a survivor of childhood complex trauma and began my journey of healing in my late twenties after bumping into yoga 🧘♀️and meditation. I spent most of my life feeling numb or depressed, so when I started my journey, all I wanted was to be happy like 5 days out of 7, instead of the other way around, which was my reality at the time😪 Yoga and meditation took me to personal growth🙏, then a trip to India, and from there, I got my coaching certification. From the moment I saw how everything changed within and around me, I knew I wanted to help other survivors like myself🙌 Nowadays, I am an Empowerment Coach for survivors, helping people who've been through trauma and abuse to heal, level up, and thrive from the inside out💗.I have an awesome growing community of badass thriving survivors that I am really proud of, and I fulfill my purpose not only in coaching people, but providing free resources, trainings, masterclasses, and interviews with experts.🙋♀️ Continued in comments 👇🏻
This is my happy face at the end of a trip, registering I get to go on another plane to get home! #expat #travel #thirdculturekids #expatlife #globalcitizen #crosscultural #expatfamily #crossculturalkid #globalnomad #overseas #tcks #expatkids #tcklife #international #multicultural #tck #TCKJourney
Have you ever seen the movie ”Call Me by Your Name”? The main character, Elio Perlman, played by Timothée Chalamet, is a great example of someone called a ”Third Culture Kid.” Read the new blog: https://www.swedenforbeginners.com/who-are-third-culture-kids #thirdculturekids #interculturalcommunication #beintercultural #swedenforbeginners Photo credit @the_copy.lover 💫
Monday Mindset is IN THE HOOOOOOUSSSEEEE!!! OK. Here we go. This is all about what my beautiful coach calls “attunement over attainment”. That means - when your child is having big feelings and you respond. Are you trying to calm them down, get them over it fast, direct their feelings and emotions. I mean… is there a goal that you are trying to ACHIEVE through your actions and words? OR Are you listening. Seeking to understand. Looking to connect. Wanting to just help them have their feelings heard and listened to. Are you working to ATTUNE to their needs. To tune into what they want and need? #funlovingparenting #funandlove #parentingwithlove #parentingtips #parenting #gentleparenting #consciousparenting #parentingtools #parentthechildinfrontofyou #thirdculturekids #traditionalparenting #overseasfamilies #breakinggenerationalcycles #multicultural #multiculturalfamilies #family #familylove #happyfamily
🦁 Monday Morning Reflections Being part of a globally mobile family and raising three third-culture-kids* I tend to reflect on fitting in vs. belonging on a frequent basis. And almost every single time I go back to Brené Brown’s quote. 👇 Knowing the difference between "Fitting In vs. Belonging" is simply important. For me, for them, for us. We as parents decided at some point to be a globally mobile family. So, it’s our responsibility to manage, support and guide ourselves and our children through each transition. As best as we can. Let me give you an example: When teachers tell me after a couple of weeks at a new school that our children just blend in as if they had always been part of the crowd, I sometimes hear very different stories at home. Yes, they like the new school. And they make it all work by adapting their behavior to what is expected. But they still miss their former school community. And their friends. They don’t belong 100% (yet). Why is Belonging so important? Let me answer this briefly with another quote from Brené: “One of the most important things about being a human being is feeling like you belong. If you get signals from your parents or your classmates that you don’t belong... it can really have a profound impact on your mental and physical health." 💡 And exactly the same applies to any other workplace as well. 💌 I invite you to take this thought with you. And see what comes up for you. Warmly, Viviane hashtag #transitions hashtag #thirdculturekids hashtag #selfleadership hashtag #lifelonglearning hashtag #belonging hashtag #coaching *A third-culture-kid (TCK) is a person who has spent a significant part of his/her/their developmental years outside the parents’ culture (s). – David C. Pollock --- 👋 Hi, I’m Viviane. A Career Transition and Leadership Coach. I’m offering bespoke 1:1 coaching journeys for people, ready to create an intentional career on their terms. To be a fulfilled professional at work AND a connected parent at home. https://lnkd.in/eiC5HTfJ
When we discover bingsu (Korean shaved ice) and that little bit of custard on the top reminds us of @ritasice . . . . . #JulieAnnEvents #singapore #sg #singaporeinsiders #singaporeworld #foodreviewsg #singaporeeats #visitsingapore #queforfood #iluvsg #timeoutsingapore #singaporetravelvibes #singaporefoodie #singaporelife #singaporetravels #expatlife #expat #travelblogger #internationallife #travel #discovernewplaces #travelingkids #thirdculturekids #travelingfamilies #livingabroad #foodandtravel
Pictures by me and @globalgirl0927 Baku was a nice trip. It was peaceful and safe. We ate delicious food 🍓 🍒 🍑 , walked until we couldn’t anymore, and kids played on a playground, rode a gondola, and took a spin on a carousel 🎠. The weather was perfect! The funicular (there’s another post about it) was also a good time. #baku #azerbaijan #centralasia #travel #tourism #tourist #travelwithkids #caucasus #thirdculturekids #photography #catsofinstagram #food
Cherishing the moments with these two that call me Mama and finding the joy in all the high and low moments of motherhood. So thankful I have a partner that’s present and involved . . . . . #JulieAnnEvents #travel #intentionalliving #instagood #boholife #bohovibes #expatfamily #tck #tcklife #expatkids #singapore #sg #travelingfamilies #livingabroad #flashesofdelight #myfavoritegirlintheworld #myfavoriteboyintheworld #discovernewplaces #travelingkids #wanderingmoms #thirdculturekids #momofteens #teenfashion #teenootd #thirdculturekid #expatkids #familyfirst
CCKs are „cross-cultural kids.“ These are kids who have spent a significant part of their developmental years (0 - 18) regularly interacting with two or more cultures. If you look at the second slide of this post, you’ll find a visual that includes all cross-cultural-kids. We’ve talked to many CCKs who wished they had a space to talk about CCK challenges. A space where you don’t feel like the odd one out, but one where everyone “gets you”. So, we’re offering a monthly mett-up for CCKs, TCKs, and international students between the ages of 18 and 25 to meet online with Megan and me. Everyone who fits into one or more bubbles of the CCK Model on slide 2 is welcome. (Btw, for security reasons, you are required to turn on your camera.) We’d love to have you with us!!! Please „drag“ your friends along...😎 Please comment „register,“ and I’ll send you the link. 🌺 Kindly, Andrea #tcks #thirdculturekids #thirdculturekid #crossculturekids #crossculturekid #expatkids #expatteens #exatlife #livingabroadlife #internationalkids #transitions #tcktransition
Celebrate Mom with a gift that lasts a lifetime - a healthy smile! Enjoy 50% off on dental services this Mother’s Day. Don’t wait, book now! #MomSmilesBrighter #DentalCare #TeamWork #teamgoals #dentalexperts #smileheros #ExpertDentalCare #BookNow #smilepakistan #elitedentistry #dentalcare #lahorepakistan #smilemakeover #fullmouthrehabilation #dentalimplants #topnotchdentalcare #thirdculture #thirdculturekids #lahorepoloclub #rovalpalmcountryclub
I often refer to Sydney as one of my homes. As a TCK, I have several places that I have considered home throughout my lifetime and many still hold a special place in my heart. As wonderful as it may be to have moved around and have many homes, it can often come with a fundamental loss, and that is the loss of a sense of personal and cultural identity. Does that resonate?
Just sitting in a park with good coffee, and feeling ridiculously grateful for the abundance of the world. A moment of stillness to whisper my thanks, for the trip I was on, the time I could take to adventure, the quality of the coffee (!) and the kindness that put the effort into that little foam heart. I've put a lot of work into embracing the local in the couple of decades, but in this small return to the global I felt some pieces of me breathe easier. #thirdculturekid #tck #thirdculturekids #expatlife #thirdculture #travel #expat #expatfamily #culture #tcklife #globalcitizen #crosscultural #overseas #multicultural #diversity #tcks #globalnomad #international #crossculturalkid #expatkids #travel #travelling #coffeeart #coffeetime
⛵ Keeping a learning diary before, during, and after travelling! 🌍✨ Reflecting on their experiences enhances the adventure. ✏️ Draw it out and let your creativity flow! 🎨 #LearningDiary #TravelReflections #CreativeJourney #CreativeArts #WorldSchooling #ThirdCultureKids #RedSea
🎙️ Podcast Update - Where my behaviours make sense. Am I bad at communicating my needs, or did I just learn how to communicate in an indirect, obligation-based culture? Am I over-bearing, or did I just learn that high-volume enthusiasm is how one communicates love? The places of our stories have so much to offer in helping us understand why our way of being may not fit easily in the here and now, but is utterly functional - somewhere else! To hear this edition visit - https://lnkd.in/e4enfNhP #ThirdCultureKids #TCK #PodcastEpisode #ThirdCultureKid #thirdculturekids #behaviours #ExpatLife #Podcast #PodcastRelease #ListenNow #OnTheAir #tckjourney
What to do in Baku, Azerbaijan 🇦🇿? 🚠 Ride the Funicular Baku You will find it conveniently located near the Caspian Sea (and Carpet Museum). Or you can go down from near Flame Towers (which is what we did) and end near the seaside. The ticket costs 1 AZN ($0.59 USD). Panoramic views and comfortable to sit or stand. #baku #whattodoinbaku #azerbaijan #funicular #cablecar #travel #travelwithkids #thirdculturekids #affordablevacation
Helen Keller once said, 'Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.' What do you think? #TCKCoachJMo #jenmohindra #tck #tcklife #thirdculturekid #expatlife #thirdculturekids #globalcitizen #tcks #thirdculturekids #traveler #travelling #travel #coach
Credits completion causes celebratory culinary courses. CeCe concurs! Congrats Tyler on finishing up High School. One more week and you leave us 😕 #thirdculturekids
My first plane ride in 9 years. And the glimpse of city lights at the end of this short haul flight took me straight back to those much longer travels of childhood, and the thrill of waking in the night for early flights. I don't want it to be another 9 years before I do this again... #GlobalUpbringing #expats #thirdculturekids #ThirdCultureKid #TCKJourney #TCK #explorelifestory #WonderfulWorld #travel #travelling
When we lived in Okinawa, celebrating Children's Day became a family tradition - along with taco rice Tuesdays and taking our shoes off at the door. Moving back to the US, we kept those traditions alive. But our Northern Virginia neighbors aren't always aware of why we do these things, or the incredibly delicious experience of Kewpie mayo on literally all the things. So, we make it a point to share! Where have you been stationed OCONUS? What traditions did you embrace and bring back CONUS? How do you share your overseas experiences in your US community? #ThirdCultureKids #ThirdCulture #MilitaryChildren #MilitaryFamilies #MilitaryFamily #OkinawaJapan #TacoRice #KewpieMayo #GoldenWeek
Learning about TCKs can be colorful and beautiful and messy, just like the TCK life 🎨 #missions #missionarykids #thirdculturekids #tcklife #mtichipsworld #missiontraininginternational
There's just something about new art supplies 😍. It makes the artistic process more exciting, more special somehow. I was chatting with a fellow art therapist last week about the difference between virtual and in person creative therapies, and we both agreed that the artistic process changes when clients move from being able to come into your studio and use "new to them" art materials to having to use their own materials that they have at home which may not feel as exciting. While I love the accessibility of virtual therapy and encouraging clients to use whatever they have on hand, I do miss the curiosity and excitement that is naturally facilitated with an in person art therapy studio filled with materials. I'm currently pondering ways to increase accessibility of art supplies for my clients, or to use other means of inspiring curiosity and excitement when art materials are limited. These are just some of the things you've got to think about when running a practice like this! . #therapy #virtualtherapy #arttherapy #expressiveartstherapy #tck #tcktherapy #thirdculturekids #art #artsupplies
Embracing the Power of Diversity and Shared Experiences Meet Mia Hamm, the epitome of resilience, passion, and cultural fusion. As a Military BRAT and Third Culture Kid (TCK), Mia's journey was marked by constant movement, her home shifting from one corner of the globe to another. But amidst the transitions, her love for soccer remained a steadfast companion, nurtured in the cobblestone streets of Florence, Italy, and flourishing on Air Force bases worldwide. Mia's extraordinary achievements on the field mirror her unwavering spirit and the strength cultivated from a life on the move. Through her foundation and influence, Mia continues to champion women's sports, breaking barriers and inspiring generations. Let Mia's story be a beacon of hope and empowerment, reminding us that our dreams know no borders. Want to read her full story? Click here: https://www.cultursmag.com/mia-hamm-a-military-b-r-a-t-who-found-her-passion-abroad/ #cultursmagazine #thirdculturekids #BRATS #MilitaryBRATS #cultursmag #internationalsports #multiculture
Meet Andrea, Teen Girl Life Coach! 🙋♀️💪 With a B.Sc. in Psychology and currently pursuing her M.Sc., Andrea's passion lies in supporting girls from around the world, particularly those from expat families and boarding schools. From ages 11 to young adulthood, she's there to guide and empower them through life's challenges. But what sets Andrea apart is her personal journey as a TCK herself. Over three decades ago, she embarked on her first independent travel adventures, then with her husband, and later, as a family with their amazing 23-year-old TCK daughter. Living in 17 different places across 8 countries and moving house 28 times (and counting!), Andrea's wealth of experiences adds a unique perspective to her coaching approach. Currently based in Cancun, Mexico, Andrea brings her expertise, empathy, and deep understanding of the TCK lifestyle to help girls navigate through the complexities of life. Her dedication and commitment to making a positive impact are truly inspiring. . . #camping #culture #digitalnomads #diversity #expatlife #global #globalnomad #language #nomad #nomadiclife #remotework #roadtrip #romantic #tck #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #travel #travelawesome #travelblog #traveldestination #travelingram #travelphoto #travelpics #traveltheworld
Many of my clients come to me saying that they don’t know who they are and that they feel lost. Sometimes, they’ll be able to articulate that they feel like they can’t fit in with a specific cultural group. But they’re at a loss as to how to begin to resolve their identity issues. My answer is always to start with looking at what’s showing up in their daily life. What is giving them stress and anxiety? For example, they may say that they’re anxious about starting a new project at work. You may think, what does this have to do with being a TCK and having identity issues? When we break down what the anxiety is about, we end up finding out that it’s about their fear about not being prepared and knowledgeable, about not wanting to make a mistake or fail, or wanting to be approved. This ends up leading to a past scenario when they were in a new country feeling completely unprepared, not having the same knowledge as others, and not being approved by their peers or even their own family. The client realizes that their self-doubt and need for approval led them to lose their sense of self, repeatedly, and over decades. The focus of our work is to work through the emotional impact of the key scenarios that led them there. This is how a client finds their way back to their identity. One single challenge in your daily life is all that’s needed to start uncovering your identity. . . . . #tck #thirdculturekid #thirdculturekids #tckidentity #tckbelonging #thirdculturekidproblems #efttapping #identityissues #tcklife #tckproblems #tcks #atck #bicultural #belonging #mindfulness #emotionalfreedomtechniques #efttapping #energyhealing #alternativehealing #personalgrowth #spiritualgrowth #empowerment #mindfulness #stress #anxiety #emotions #maine #hsp
Yesterday my eldest son Samuel turned 16. Given I have had so long to work out this parenting gig I thought I'd be ready to impart a whole load of wisdom and advice for those living a transient life but out of everything I've learnt and advice I've been given the one story that I've shared the most is one that I had 16 years ago! I really struggled with breastfeeding and at the time as someone who liked to 'achieve' and even 'over achieve' in many areas of life I embarked on trying to get an A* in breastfeeding. I had some crazy routine between expressing, breast feeding and formula top ups that left me broken physically and emotionally to only then be told by the paediatrician that Samuel was not thriving. Living in Dubai for less than a year with no family and little support my emotions and hormones were all over the place. I remember crying my eyes out to Vicki my midwife feeling like I'd failed at the first hurdle of motherhood unable to breastfeed my baby! Vicki a straight shooting Aussie looked me in the eye and said Paula, when Samuel is 18 filling out his application form for university no one is going to ask him if he was exclusively breastfed or not! With that I changed course and did what was best for me and Samuel at the time! A tactic I continue to use! I'm not a parenting expert but I grew up on the road as a military 'BRAT' and have two children who've lived an expat life, born in Dubai to parents from opposites ends of the world. That little equation has brought enough of a challenge and a lot of learning which helps me as a coach to hold space for clients. If you are feeling like you need support to help you navigate parenting you can work with me in a 1:1 session. Go to the link in my bio to contact me or dm me. #expatliving #expatproblems #reversecultureshock #expatmum #livingabroadproblems #expatlife #expatcoach #expatparent #thirdculturekids
Shoutout to all the Third Culture Kids (TCKs) out there! ✈️🧳🌏 Can you relate? #thirdculturekids #TCKs #crossworld #allprofessions1mission #noleastreached #thirdculture #international #expat
🌍 Double tap if you resonate with this TCK’s! Are you grateful for being a TCK? . . #tck #tckquotes #tcklife #tckpositives #thirdculturekids #tckcommunity #globalnomads #crossculture #tckidentity #tckexperience #tckworld #tckjourney #thirdculturekidmovement #thirculturekidlife #thirdculturekidtravels
"People Like Us"... From the vault. 🎙️ In a change to the usual format, in this episode your host, Jen Mohindra, describes what it’s like to be an adult third culture kid. Topics discussed include: 👉 Restlessness and rootlessness 👉 How to work out what security and stability mean to you 👉 How to find your place in the world – a place that you can belong and a place that you can really call home and mean it. Jen shares her personal journey and the challenges faced, navigating her cultural identity as as an adult TCK. You can find a link to the podcast in the bio. #TCKCoachJMo #jenmohindra #tck #tcklife #thirdculturekid #expatlife #thirdculturekids #globalcitizen #tcks #thirdculturekids #traveler #travelling #tckpodcast #travellingpodcast
As I was going through and organizing our thousands of family photos, I came across this pic: Taken about 7 years ago, when my first two sons were tiny bundles of joy, and we were temporarily living in my hometown Vienna 🇦🇹 Looking at it made me feel overwhelmed with a sense of nostalgia. Life felt lighter, simpler, and so full of love, friendship and support. Though we continued to create a great life for our family here in Bilbao, there were days when the weight of expat life has felt heavy on my shoulders. I often felt like the one & only go-to person, trying to compensate for the absence of family, solo-parenting a lot - and all of that while navigating a different environment myself, watching friends come and go again… But I wonder: Would I have achieved what I have, so cozily cuddled up in my comfort zone? I’m thinking probably not. I treasure the incredibly close bond I was able to create with my children, away from the tempting comparison and pressure to follow trends people are usually exposed to “back home”. I’m proud about the EMPOWERMENT, strength and resilience these last years have cultivated within me, pushing me far beyond my limits. 💪 📸 Photos really have the power to spark so many memories and emotions in us, don’t they? I’ve been using this flood of impressions to reflect on 🤔 What exactly it was about that previous time that felt so good? (Surprisingly, sometimes it’s very simple things, some of which - though not all - can be recreated elsewhere) 🤔 What does that say about me, and about what matters most to me? (So insightful!) 🤔 What other things have I gained in the meantime, that 7 years from now I’ll look back on, fondly and gratefully? (So empowering!) What about you? Can you relate to these reflections? Share your thoughts below! 👇 Photo Credit: @gabrielastift 💓💓 #Theempoweredexpatwoman #expatfamily #expatfamilylife #expatmom #expatmum #expatmoms #expatkids #tcks #thirdculturekids #expatentreprenuer #bestsellingauthor #expat #expats #expatlife #expatwife #expatwives #expatstruggles #expatproblems #expatchallenge #lifeabroad #globalwomen #globalnomad #globalliving #expatcoach #camillaquintana