Feeling unsteady as you transition back to your home country? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller delve into the complexities of repatriation, exploring the emotional and logistical challenges through the metaphor of lily pads. Repatriation isn't just about physically returning home. It's a multifaceted process that involves emotional, psychological, and logistical shifts. The lily pad analogy perfectly captures how these small steps can lead to s...
Nov 25, 2024•27 min•Season 5Ep. 25
Have you ever used nature, the outdoors, or your environment to inspire or ground yourself during repatriation? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller seek to provide encouragement to go outdoors, to breathe in nature and to ground oneself during the repatriation journey. Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors, so continue to tune in to discover wisdom and lessons that create a more inspired...
Nov 24, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 24
Feeling adrift or untethered after moving back home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, our host Doreen Cumberford speaks with guest Camilla Quintana about the emotional and practical challenges of repatriation while sharing her personal stories of transition and adaptation. Camilla offers insights on maintaining connections and shifting your focus to commonalities, and offers valuable advice for making your return a smoother, more fulfilling experience. Join us to learn how to leverage these l...
Nov 23, 2024•13 min•Season 5Ep. 23
Have you ever experienced what you suspected might be symptoms of repatriaion? In this episode, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller discuss some of the more light-hearted ways and situations where returnees can sometimes feel caught between multiple cultural identities, struggling to reconcile their international experiences with their home environment. The psychological impact of repatriation can often include unexpected grief, a sense of loss, and difficulty communicating the depth of th...
Nov 22, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 22
What do digital nomads have to consider when returning back home after enjoying thrilling adventures, exciting work projects and all that freedom? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford welcomes Amy Suto, a seasoned traveler and writer, to share insights from her eight-month journey across South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore, and discuss how her travels inspired her latest book "Nomad Detective." Amy provides tips on avoiding digital nomad burnout, planning ahead for be...
Nov 21, 2024•5 min•Season 6Ep. 21
Can you imagine uprooting your life multiple times, weaving through diverse cultural landscapes, and then finding your way back to a semblance of "home"?. In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford read from Michael Pollock's poignant narrative, "Bridges and Anchors," which is a chapter from the book Arriving Well . As Michael recounts his dynamic journey from New York to Kenya, China, and back to the United States, he shares the intricate challenges and enriching experiences of ...
Nov 20, 2024•23 min•Season 6Ep. 20
Can you magine stepping back into your homeland only to feel like a stranger in a once-familiar place? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen Cumberford & Linda Mueller together with author and repatriation expert Craig Storti, examine the intricate world of repatriation, unpacking the emotional, social, and cultural challenges that come with a returning home after long stints abroad. From the unexpected struggles of returning home to the emotional impact of farewells, Craig's insi...
Nov 19, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 19
Have you ever wondered how to truly find closure when saying goodbye to a place you've called home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, titled Farewells, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller delve into the emotional intricacies of farewells and the impact they have on our repatriation journey. From personal anecdotes to expert tips on creating meaningful rituals, they explore how farewells can be empowering rather than distressing. Tune in to discover how you can transf...
Nov 18, 2024•24 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Have you ever felt like you needed some choices and sources of inspiration amidst a repatriation journey? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller seek to provide ideas of where to find that lightbulb of inspiration that will propel you to take the very next ideal step. Linda shares her insights into the topic of music, including how your favorite pieces of music can inspire your journey of repatriation, together with reminders to ...
Nov 17, 2024•11 min•Season 5Ep. 17
What sort of hidden grief and identity struggles can plague Third Culture Kids and expats when 'going home' again?" In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford a looks into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by Third Culture Kids (TCKs) when returning to their passport countries. They interviewed the brilliant Dr. Rachel Cason, a leading TCK therapist and author of "Incredible Lives and the Courage to Live Them". Together, they explore issues lik...
Nov 16, 2024•25 min•Season 5Ep. 16
What does it take to prepare oneself for repatriation? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford reads from the book she authored, Life in the Camel Lane: Embrace the Adventure. This story highlights the preparation for a repatriation that seemed imminent but happened many months later. Each person's re-entry experience is unique and unrepeatable. Life in the Camel Lane is a comprehensive book written about living in Saudi Arabia and the lessons of tolerance, gra...
Nov 15, 2024•24 min•Season 5Ep. 15
Can you imagine navigating the complexities of international healthcare while simultaneously repatriating? In this compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries , Linda Mueller interviews author Sarah Deschamps on the topic of a family's journey through medical challenges in Tokyo and an eventual repatriation to the U.S. Sarah describes the demanding journey of living in Japan, contending with her daughter's critical medical needs, and how her family found resilience amid profound medical obstacles. Sar...
Nov 14, 2024•22 min•Season 5Ep. 14
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering Home After Living Abroad. Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compelling, autobiographical stories about re-entry. Each of the authors experienced the roller-coaster ride of re-entry to their passport country in totally different and yet totally valid ways after a differing number of years abroad. Linda is reading from the chapter called Ho...
Nov 13, 2024•28 min•Season 5Ep. 13
Can you imagine repatriating in an emergency? Welcome to Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series where we explore the journey of repatriation back home. In our latest episode, Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller chat with Joel David Bond, a true explorer who's spent 20 years living on multiple continents. We plunged into the story of his abrupt return to the U.S. after 20 years abroad, Joel offered insights into managing anxiety, using technology for smooth transitions, and fostering a mindset of c...
Nov 12, 2024•52 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the planning and logistics of moving back home? In today's episode of the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller dive deep into the logistics of repatriation on Nomadic Diaries. They share invaluable tips on everything from efficient packing to handling crucial documentation and pet transport. One key to a satisfying repatriation lies in managing the logistics effectively. When the practical details are well-managed, you can focus on the deeper asp...
Nov 11, 2024•28 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Do you ever feel like the invisible side of you needs some sources of inspiration during the potential chaos of repatriating back home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller dive into the invisible aspects of repatriation. Linda shares her insights into a book called The Pivot Year, 365 Days to Become the Person You Truly Want to Be by Brianna Weist. Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors, so continue to tune i...
Nov 10, 2024•10 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Have you experienced the rollercoaster of crossing borders, building a life overseas only to do so in reverse? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford plunges into the challenges and triumphs of repatriation. In this episode, we had an eye-opening conversation with Chris O'Shaughnessy who is a TCK and InterCultural trainer, about the complexities of this mighty transition. From treating your home country as foreign, to using humor and humility, Chris share...
Nov 09, 2024•15 min•Season 5Ep. 9
How do you navigate the complex journey of grieving an old life while building a new one? In today's episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, we look into the often overlooked topic of grief during repatriation. Doreen and Linda interviewed Dr. Sally McGregor, cross-cultural therapist, who shared invaluable insights on dealing with hidden grief, ambiguous loss, and the emotional journey faced by expats and Third Culture Kids. We learned about the power of being present, finding culturall...
Nov 08, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Have you ever felt the profound challenge of transplanting your entire life from one country to another? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Linda Mueller chatted with the incredible Tanja Pleis, an award-winning international photographer. We dove into her journey of balancing family life and professional aspirations while repatriating from the U.S. to Germany. Tanja shared her challenges, for example, managing grief from the closing of her Chicago studio and adjusting...
Nov 07, 2024•33 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering Home After Living Abroad. Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compelling, autobiographical stories about re-entry. Each of the authors experienced the roller-coaster ride of re-entry to their passport country in totally different and yet totally valid ways after a differing number of years abroad. This book highlights the variety of ways in...
Nov 06, 2024•21 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Have you ever grappled with the upheaval of moving countries and then moving back? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller engage with cross-cultural coach Jerry Jones to delve into the emotional and psychological effects of repatriation. Jerry shares his compelling personal experiences transitioning from China back to the United States, highlighting how seemingly minor lifestyle disruptions can accumulate into significant emotional chal...
Nov 05, 2024•39 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Today’s episode of the Re Entry Series, focuses on the Vision Building for your repatriation journey. We discuss the importance of creating a vivid, emotional, and sensory-rich vision of your desired future state to navigate the complex process of returning home. Linda Mueller and Doreen Cumberford share practical tips on setting clear, positive intentions and visualization techniques to keep you motivated, aligned and moving towards your preferences. Remember, envisioning your repatriation expe...
Nov 04, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Do you ever feel like the invisible side of you gets lost in the chaos of repatriating back home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller dive into the spiritual or invisible aspects of repatriation, sharing insights on how to find inspiration during times of transition. They introduce Elizabeth Kubler Ross's metaphor of stained glass windows and discuss actionable steps from Brene Brown's to help keep your inner light shining. Tune in and discover ho...
Nov 03, 2024•12 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Welcome to a short but pithy episode of the Re-Entry Series of Nomadic Diaries. Here, we dive into the complexities of repatriation with Renata Urban, an expert in language training and intercultural communications. Renata shares her insights on why reentry can often be more challenging than expatriation, the emotional and cultural hurdles repats face, and practical strategies for smoother transitions back home. She also highlights the importance of building a "sanctuary" and finding supportive ...
Nov 02, 2024•11 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Welcome to the introductory episode of the Nomadic Diaries Reentry Series! Hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller set the stage for this 30-day podcast journey focused on repatriation and reentry. Discover the structure of the series, the topics covered, guest experts featured, and the mission behind this endeavor. Key Points: Series Introduction : This podcast series will be a daily release for 30 days aimed at supporting those going through repatriation. Focus for Each Day of the Week : Mon...
Nov 01, 2024•17 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In this episode, we sit down with cultural anthropologist James Richardson to explore how his experiences living in diverse cultures - especially India - have profoundly shaped his perspectives on relationships and commitment in America. James shares thought-provoking insights gleaned from his anthropological work and personal journey, painting a vivid contrast between the supportive, interconnected community dynamics he observed in India versus the more isolated, "non-committal" culture prevale...
Oct 29, 2024•56 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Meet Amy Suto an Author, Writer and Digital Nomad. Creativity and Flow....... As a writer, author and nomad Amy has learned a lot about well-being, balance and pace of life. She has been on the road for four years now and feels like the digital nomadic lifestyle contributes momentum to her success. Amy has used the elements of geography to create her first novel called The Nomad Detective which was inspired by her travels and true crime stories. For Amy, helping others by telling stories, writin...
Oct 22, 2024•37 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Koen is one of our regulars on Nomadic Diaries and lives the life of a traveling nomad accompanying high performance horses as they travel around the world to attend equestrian events. It was really fun to reconnect, especially after Koen had visited Saudi Arabia, and I was eager to hear what he had been learning from his travels over the last six to nine months. I really enjoyed reconnecting with Koen Gomes again. The conversation covered the following: Embracing Ambiguous Identity: We discusse...
Oct 15, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 30
Meet Chris Cerra, the genius and founder of Remote Base and Digital Nomad Trip Reports! I was introduced to Chris by a friend, who operates one of the most functional and powerful expat/nomad insurance companies and we discovered a common love for the far-ranging subjects of nomadism. Chris shared his wide-ranging but very sensible and down to earth approach to nomading, here are a few takeaways. Understanding Your 'Why' Knowing your motivation for embracing a nomadic lifestyle will help fuel re...
Oct 08, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 29
In our new modern world where diverse teams and international collaboration are the norm, the ability to communicate effectively across cultures while engaging empathy is really important. Shownotes: Welcome to the Nomadic Diaries podcast, where we explore the intricacies of global living and the connection to empathy! I chatted with Maria Garaitonandia, an expert in cross-cultural leadership development. Drawing from her rich background as a first-generation Cuban immigrant raised across Italy,...
Oct 01, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 28
