Family estrangement – when family members grow apart or cut ties – happens in many families, across all cultures and backgrounds. Fixing family relationships can be difficult, but understanding why…

Stress and anxiety are common challenges for entrepreneurs, especially expats who must navigate a new culture, language and environment while running a business. Ana Congalves shares six key ways to…

Parenting third culture kids (TCKs) – children who grow up in a culture different from their parents’ passport culture – presents unique challenges and often requires creative solutions. We offer…

Big news: I am honoured to have been included in Fortune magazine’s 40 Under 40 for 2023. This year has been incredible and beyond the imagination… The annual 40 Under…

A personal note from Expat Nest founder, Vivian Chiona, on winning at the 2023 Greek International Women Awards (GIWA)… and a quick behind-the-scenes tour.   I’m beyond excited! I attended the…

In honour of Expat Nest’s 10th year, founder Vivian Chiona looks back at her favourite articles from the blog… one for each year since we started.   I’m still amazed –…

Although saying goodbyes is often viewed with a sense of sadness, when approached mindfully it can strengthen relationships – both old and new. Here’s the four-step RAFT process for finding…

Older family members back home can offer expat children and teens a special kind of love, and memories that last a lifetime. International youth empowerment consultant Natasha Winnard shares her story, as…

Have you ever felt a low-grade discomfort when something in your life just isn’t right or a situation isn’t sitting well with you? Your values might be out of alignment,…

We at Expat Nest celebrated our 10th birthday on 21 June 2023!  Check out the photos of our happy celebrations here. I only wish we could ALL celebrate together… Ten years…

Do you always say “yes” to requests and want to help everyone? Would you (or others) describe yourself as a people pleaser? Being kind and helpful is not a bad…

“Quiet quitting” is when an employee “switches off” psychologically, doing the bare minimum to avoid being fired or becoming burned out. “Quiet firing” is when a manager gives up on…

Ah, shopping… Whether we love it or dread it, it’s something we’ve gotta do. And it’s much easier today, with online options and easy payment methods. But what happens when…

Living in a new place with an unfamiliar culture can feel like you’re watching life from the sidelines, rather than living it to the fullest. Being proactive, having a positive…

Expat Nest founder Vivian Chiona had the huge honour of being interviewed on Holding the Fort Abroad, a podcast for expats who are navigating the dynamics of long-distance relationships – whether that’s…

Negotiating is not just a skill for the business world or politics. It’s a valuable tool for managing conflict in our romantic relationships too, and it has enormous power to…

Our words and our actions have the amazing ability to inspire deep, long-lasting love – but they can also do the opposite. Harsh, disrespectful ways of interacting can hurt both…

We all bring rules from our childhoods into our adult lives. But which of these rules prevent us from experiencing a more joyful life? Through her own story, author and…

We’re often told to look ahead and set goals – especially as a new year begins. But, says marketing coach Stephanie Ward, goal setting isn’t necessarily the right solution for…

It’s that time of the year again when we ask our friends at Expat Bookshop to compile a list of some of the best expat titles published during the year. As…

We invited Carolina Porto to speak about her new book for Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking expats and internationals, Lar Mundo Afora and Un Hogar Lejos De Casa respectively. Carolina is also…

Moving to a new country is challenging – for everyone. But perfectionists may have a more difficult time adapting. Relocation and personal development coach Jolanda Tetteroo discusses how perfectionism can…

September was such a wonderful month here at Expat Nest; a time full of joy and momentous events. Expat Nest founder Vivian Chiona shares some highlights of this very special time……

Expat Nest founder Vivian Chiona acknowledges the challenges of the past two years – and shares some resources to help us grow during the harder times and emerge stronger.  …

After joining her partner in his home country, Renata Harper found herself experiencing a new kind of missing that surprised her – one that has since led to profound change in…