56. Belonging After Time Abroad: How to Feel at Home in Your Own Country

Returning home after living abroad can be a joyful yet disorienting experience. At first, everything feels familiar, but soon, you might notice a sense of disconnection, loneliness, or the feeling that you no longer truly belong.In today’s episode of The Returner Support Podcast, we dive deep into the concept of belonging. Inspired by the book Belonging: Remembering Ourselves Home, I explore why we often feel like outsiders in our own country, and how this is tied to showing up fully as ourselves.We talk about:Why “fitting in” is not the same as truly belongingHow past experiences abroad and at home shape your sense of selfThe difference between false belonging and authentic connectionHow to reclaim parts of yourself that have been hidden or suppressedPractical reflection questions to help you explore where and with whom you truly belongWhether you’re struggling with reverse culture shock, feeling unneeded, or questioning your next steps, this episode will help you understand your emotions and start feeling at home in yourself and your country again.🎧 Tune in, reflect, and take a step closer to belonging, exactly as you are.Want personalized support for your return journey? 🔗 Book a free 30-minute clarity call here: Here🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : HereFollow me on Instagram for daily insights and support: @The returner support Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.