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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 56 MIN

E89: She Moved to Spain & Didn't Speak Spanish | Jo Clarke

from The Overcomers Podcast · host Kristen Bruinius

This episode is such a beautiful reminder that sometimes the biggest growth happens when you’re willing to be uncomfortable.Jo originally moved from the UK to Spain without knowing the language, without knowing anyone, and without really knowing what she was doing. What started as a feeling that she was meant to live there turned into a complete life transformation.In this conversation, we talk about:Leaving behind a successful fashion careerMoving to another country aloneLearning Spanish as an adultStarting over and reinventing yourselfThe emotional side of language learningWhy discomfort is necessary for growthImposter syndrome and finding confidenceThe power of human connection and communicationJo also shares what it was like navigating life between London, Barcelona, and Dubai, how she eventually became an English teacher, and why she believes language is about connection more than perfection.This conversation felt honest, encouraging, and deeply relatable for anyone who has ever felt pulled toward a new chapter but scared to take the leap.If you’ve ever wanted to start over, learn something new, pivot careers, move somewhere unfamiliar, or simply become more confident in yourself, I think this episode will really encourage you.

This episode is such a beautiful reminder that sometimes the biggest growth happens when you’re willing to be uncomfortable.Jo originally moved from the UK to Spain without knowing the language, without knowing anyone, and without really knowing what she was doing. What started as a feeling that she was meant to live there turned into a complete life transformation.In this conversation, we talk about:Leaving behind a successful fashion careerMoving to another country aloneLearning Spanish as an adultStarting over and reinventing yourselfThe emotional side of language learningWhy discomfort is necessary for growthImposter syndrome and finding confidenceThe power of human connection and communicationJo also shares what it was like navigating life between London, Barcelona, and Dubai, how she eventually became an English teacher, and why she believes language is about connection more than perfection.This conversation felt honest, encouraging, and deeply relatable for anyone who has ever felt pulled toward a new chapter but scared to take the leap.If you’ve ever wanted to start over, learn something new, pivot careers, move somewhere unfamiliar, or simply become more confident in yourself, I think this episode will really encourage you.

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