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EPISODE · Apr 28, 2025 · 30 MIN

How to Stay Close to Family While Living Abroad

from The Global Girlfriend · host theglobalgirlfriend

In this heartfelt episode of The Global Girlfriend, we’re diving into the delicate dance of maintaining close family relationships while building a life abroad. Our guest this week, Paloma, has been living internationally since her teenage years — from student exchanges to a career in international education — and through it all, she’s managed to stay deeply connected to her parents and young nieces.We talk about:- Creative ways to stay emotionally close despite the distance- Long-distance bonding with kids (yes, bedtime stories over FaceTime!)- The power of planned visits, virtual rituals, and shared traditions- How to cope with homesickness, FOMO, and family milestones missed- Redefining “closeness” when you’re building a life far from homeIf you’ve ever felt torn between your adventurous spirit and your love for home, this episode will remind you: you don’t have to choose. You can build a life abroad and keep your heart rooted in family.Don’t forget to hit follow, leave a review, and share this episode with your long-distance besties and expat sisters!#TheGlobalGirlfriend #LivingAbroad #LongDistanceFamily #Expats #DigitalNomads #InternationalTeacher #FamilyLove #WomensTravelPodcast #GlobalSisterhood

In this heartfelt episode of The Global Girlfriend, we’re diving into the delicate dance of maintaining close family relationships while building a life abroad. Our guest this week, Paloma, has been living internationally since her teenage years — from student exchanges to a career in international education — and through it all, she’s managed to stay deeply connected to her parents and young nieces.We talk about:- Creative ways to stay emotionally close despite the distance- Long-distance bonding with kids (yes, bedtime stories over FaceTime!)- The power of planned visits, virtual rituals, and shared traditions- How to cope with homesickness, FOMO, and family milestones missed- Redefining “closeness” when you’re building a life far from homeIf you’ve ever felt torn between your adventurous spirit and your love for home, this episode will remind you: you don’t have to choose. You can build a life abroad and keep your heart rooted in family.Don’t forget to hit follow, leave a review, and share this episode with your long-distance besties and expat sisters!#TheGlobalGirlfriend #LivingAbroad #LongDistanceFamily #Expats #DigitalNomads #InternationalTeacher #FamilyLove #WomensTravelPodcast #GlobalSisterhood

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