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Robin Pascoe is a household name when it comes to expatriate issues. A journalist and diplomat's wife, she has been sharing her insights and experiences in her talks, books, articles and online for many years. 

Now, she has created a series of video lectures "Successful Living Abroad" that cover all those topics that you find in her books - raising children abroad, keeping a strong relationship, addressing the loss of identity that accompanying partners experience when moving abroad, preparing for a successful repatriation.  You can find these videos for free (Thanks, Robin!) on her website www.expatexpert.com.  Expatriates - especially women - will immediately feel understood by the issues addressed by Robin - because she's been there and done it - and many challenges and even situations are remarkably universal.

In my daily work as a coach and trainer, I often notice the relief that expatriates experience when they realize: I am not alone. My emotional rollercoaster ride is normal. I am just experiencing what it means to live a life abroad with all its privileges and challenges. There are others out there who have made it work. 

Being able to talk about your concerns and emotions, your aspirations and dreams, your insecurities and knowledge gaps is an important step towards a successful life abroad. If you'd like support for your expatriate journey, just give me a call or send me an email at info@stengel-consulting.com.

Heike Stengel

Certified Professional Coach
Cross-Cultural Trainer and Consultant