Episode Description
In this episode, we explore the emotional and practical realities of living abroad and returning home. Annegret Bertsch, a coach specializing in expats and repatriation, shares her insights on navigating identity shifts, cultural differences, and the unexpected challenges of reintegration.
Key topics:
- The emotional side of returning home after years abroad, including grief and identity shifts
- How living in different countries like the US, China, and Germany shapes personal and cultural identity
- The importance of emotional support and coaching in managing expatriation and repatriation challenges
- Strategies for coping with reverse culture shock and maintaining a sense of belonging
- Lessons learned from cultural differences, such as humility and positivity, and what we can import from other societies
- The role of intentional community-building and self-awareness in successful international transitions
🎙️ Guest: Annegret Bertsch
A coach specializing in supporting expats and those navigating repatriation, drawing from her personal experiences of living in multiple countries like the US, China, and Germany. Her journey highlights the emotional and cultural challenges of international transitions, emphasizing the importance of coaching in finding purpose and adapting to new environments.
🔗 Guest Links
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_because/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annegret-bertsch/
Podcast: https://www.open.spotify.com/episode/1XymUwA8EZodRRPJ3NkB4r?si=FHiUl_XKRRCDGfjjJi9hEQ
Website: https://www.coaching-because.com
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