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Transitions are hard anywhere and they are more amplified abroad. In this episode, we unpack why major transitions such as back to school season, whether in a new language or not, can push parents toward overload. We share real stories, simple scripts, and community-based supports that make logistics clearer and emotions lighter, plus how to spot an adult meltdown and regulate before it spills over to the kids.

Living abroad, while beautiful and rewarding, can also feel like starting each day with a higher level of stress and uncertainty. In this episode, we unpack what it means to live with a “half-cup baseline”. We talk about how simple daily tasks are more challenging when nothing feels automatic. We explore how unfamiliar routines and constant adaptation contribute to expat burnout, and how small moments of self-compassion and new routines can reduce overwhelm.