This episode explores the transformative journey of Willa Goodfellow as she navigates life across Costa Rica and Ireland, revealing how culture, community, and identity intertwine in foreign lands. Her story offers valuable insights into adapting to new environments, building community, and embracing change with curiosity and humour.

Key topics:

• Willa's background, from Colorado to Costa Rica to Ireland, and what drove her travels
• How living in diverse environments influences creativity and writing
• The role of community, local customs, and the bar life in Costa Rica in shaping her experience
• Practical insights on integrating into small towns and rural communities abroad
• The impact of cultural and language differences on social life and forming local relationships
• Managing identity shifts, cultural adjustments, and the routines of living between two worlds
• The significance of faith and religion in forming community and local engagement
• Experiences as a lesbian couple abroad: acceptance, challenges, and the evolving landscape
• Practical tips for newcomers: finding housing, participating in local life, and navigating bureaucracy
• Reflections on the best and worst aspects of life in Costa Rica and Ireland
• Willa's co-authored books, blending humour, personal stories, and cultural insights

🎙️ Guest: Willa Goodfellow
An Episcopal priest and author who has lived across Colorado, Costa Rica, and Ireland. She’s a curious storyteller who writes about community, identity, and the humour of living abroad.

🔗 Guest Links
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willagoodfellow/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillaGoodfellowAuthor
Substack: https://willagoodfellow.substack.com/
Website: https://willagoodfellow.com/

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