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'Financial Freedom' may be the typical aspiration you considered far out of reach... but my guest Haitham Sadek will change that! In this episode, you'll learn how to successfully increase your financial independence in simple steps, simple terms and even despite a tiny budget or changing locations. Haitham has done a wonderful job in making Financial Literacy and Freedom accessible to all of us. Tune in to learn: - what financial freedom is and why it's so important - practical steps to reach it - common myths and misunderstandings  - the main investment categories - why you shouldn't leave money in the bank and much more. You can find further links and resources at www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode36

A life across borders will inevitably make you feel lonely from time to time. But this will be more bearable if you have a good and solid relationship with yourself! (Wayne Dyer said: "You can't be lonely if you like the person you're alone with) When it comes to the way you relate to yourself, I say: go all in and have a love affair with yourself! And the way to go about it doesn't differ much from starting a relationship with a special somebody.  In this episode I'll share 8 steps to radical self-love you can easily implement. For more information, visit

I got a fun episode for you today! First of all because we'll talk about confidence: it often takes a hit when we move abroad. As we find ourselves far outside our comfort zone, trying to navigate a different country, culture and language and to make new friends... it's easy to start feeling more insecure, uncertain, questioning and second-guessing yourself and your actions. And yet, confidence is key in the way we view ourselves and others and in our ability to thrive and prosper. And in this episode I'll show you what confidence is made up of why a move abroad can make it shrink why you need it and 4 practical things you can do to get your confidence back! But this episode also includes: * a personal invitation and * an exclusive listen to one of the Spanish Salsa songs I recorded in my early 20s! Enjoy and find out more in the session notes at camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode34

Over the years I've encountered some interesting phenomena many expat wives experience as a result of relocating. Namely: * weight gain or loss * becoming a people pleaser  * shifts relationship dynamic (from relying more on each other to resenting one another) As a rule, I believe that talking about such issues and growing self-aware will dissolve much of their mystery and the grip they have over you.  So join me for this conversation - where I'll share my own struggles with these phenomena, my reflections on them, lots of compassion and valuable inspiration to free yourself of any patterns that do not serve you! Go to  for session notes!

We all carry both masculine and feminine energy inside of us. But in today's world, the latter is vastly underrepresented. This is an imbalance which is harmful to all of us. But it’s particularly harmful for us women. By re-connecting with our feminine energy we can find more flow in our lives, business and relationships. We can excel in new ways and avoid burnout and depletion.  In this episode you'll learn: why we are in desperate need to re-connect to our feminine (everyone and in all areas of life) how to tap into your inner wisdom how doing "less" can allow you to achieve more the power of cyclical living (in tune with your menstrual cycle or the moon phases) how to create more polarity and harmony in your romantic relationship and about the power of collaborating with each other, instead of competing Please visit  for the session notes. I'm very curious to hear your thoughts on this episode, as it's a more unconventional topic (but a favorite of mine): e-mail me at and let me know!

Navigating life in a different culture is full of challenges. Even in seemingly similar countries and cultures, expats encounter differences, obstacles and misunderstandings. But when the culture is so different that there's little to no reference at all for you to understand it - you're in for a roller coaster ride! This is what happened to Nicole Webb, when she moved to Xi'an, China with her family. In her book "China Blonde", she narrates her experiences during 3 years of calling this city her home. We discuss: the importance of friendships abroad the pressures on the relationship (especially when one partner works and is "all set", and the other is left to find her way on her own) the question of identity and how this concept is challenged when you're so far outside your comfort zone finding your purpose, against the odds culture shock and how to find your way and navigate life in an extremely different culture   Session notes at www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode31

Do your loved ones back home often have a wrong impression of what your life abroad is like? Then you'll love this episode!  I list 7 things we'd like folks back home to know - and I'm doing so with the help and inputs of many, lovely expat ladies! Do these things resonate with you? What would you add to our list?  Session notes can be found at www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode30

Our mindset strongly affects the way we'll experience our life. On my international journey, I've come up with 3 powerful mindsets that I attribute my wellbeing and resilience to to a great extent. They're not your 'usual ones' so listen up! I hope you'll try them out and notice the same shifts in your life! www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode29

Heute reden wir über die Rückkehr "nach Hause" - auch wenn sich das gar nicht mehr so anfühlt. Dass das Leben im Ausland gewisse Herausforderungen mit sich bringt, wussten wir. Doch dass auch das Zurückkehren mit Schwierigkeiten verbunden ist, überrascht und verunsichert viele Expats! Meine heutigen Gäste, Christina Kapaun und Wiebke Homborg, befassen sich ganz speziell mit diesem Thema und erzählen uns: - von ihrer eigenen Rückkehr nach Deutschland - was man tun kann, um sich zurück zu Hause besser zurecht zu finden - was einem bei der Rückkehr im Weg stehen kann - und mehr! Session notes gibts auf www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode27

This episode is dedicated to all of the accompanying spouses who are (currently) not working: If you are struggling with your current role as a stay-at-home-mom and housewife, this episode will help you to: embrace the status quo think of yourself in a completely differently way (confidence boost) show you how to master the most common pain points of stay-at-home-moms and offer guidance to find your way out of financial dependency, unemployability, lack of intellectual stimulation And if you are fully embracing your role as a stay-at-home mom, this episode will: serve as a little pep talk while also empowering you to become more independent, fulfilled and in control of your life Want personalised help? Book a 30-min complimentary session at

On the occasion of the upcoming International Women's Day, I invited Expat Community Builder and film-maker Nyna Caputi to talk about women's empowerment. We discuss  - how she "accidentally" became an expat  - how feeling lonely and out of place led her to start the "Expat Woman" Club - battling with imposter syndrome and fear of selling - what each of us can do to empower ourselves and other women - and more! Session notes can be found at www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode22

Let's talk about "belonging"! What's your gut reaction to hearing that term? Is it something you feel? Something you've lost? Something you crave? In this episode I interviewed Navine Eldesouki, founder of "Coffee with Expat Women" about how to find belonging abroad. You'll find out about: Navine's favorite habits and practices that will help you to feel like you belong the mindsets and thoughts that make "belonging" abroad difficult ways to help your children to adjust abroad how to contribute to an environment of mutual support among expats   For full session notes visit www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode18

Being in an intercultural relationship will inevitably lead to a few misunderstandings, confusions and clashes between you and your significant other. This certainly has been my experience as well, and looking back, I realize a made a few mistakes in my relationship. In this episode I reflect on those and share suggestions of how they could have been handled in a better way so that you can avoid tapping into the same pitfalls. Download my free "Multicultural Couples' Checklist" at www.camillaquintana.com/podcast/episode17

For this special New Year's episode I'm joined by former expat,  successful business woman, published author and triple boys' mom Sonya Sigler. Though 2020 may have left us feeling exhausted and drained - let's welcome the new year with excitement! There's such momentum about starting a new year - and I consider MOMENTUM a key ingredient to making positive changes in your life. Two other key ingredients being Clear INTENTIONS and Consistent ACTION. Listen to the interview to learn: Some hacks to always be ready and confident for new opportunities Why and how your should create a “requirements roadmap” How to avoid decision fatigue Why you should create a Vision Board How to pursue your goals even though you’re not being supported How to create your own support team Full session notes at I wish you all a Happy New Year!

In this episode I interview financial expert and global nomad Lisa Mitchell on becoming financially empowered. You'll learn: - Why you should never fully rely on anyone else to be in charge of your financial security - The importance of pre-departure planning and having a worst case scenario exit strategy - Why you need to have the "Money Honey Conversation" (and what that entails) - How to become financially empowered even if you currently don't have your own money - How to manage your assets and investments back home - Things to look out for regarding finances when living a global lifestyle Visit for session notes and Lisa's website  for more valuable content on this subject.

It's not ideal to be financially fully dependent on anyone - not your partner, not his employer (or his ability to generate income), not your parents... You never know what life may bring and unfortunately there are many expat wives who find themselves stuck in unpleasant situations because of financial reasons. In this episode I'll ask you 6 questions about your financial situation you should be able to answer, so that you can break out of financial dependency. For full session notes and further resources visit Follow me on social media @coach.camillaquintana

Have you considered starting your own, portable business? Today I'm interviewing Business and Marketing Expert for Global Entrepreneurs and Founder of Tandem Nomads, Amel Derragui, about this topic and you're gonna love what she has to say! You'll learn: Why YOU should start a portable business What the Expat Wife's Career Curse is Amel's "3 Cs" System to build a successful portable business The 3 Yes-es you need before getting started What pitfalls to avoid  Find out more about Amel and her services at   Full session notes at

"What could I possibly do around here?" Have you asked yourself that questions after moving abroad? You've left your previous job, network and possibilities behind to start over in a new country. And now you feel lost. You yearn for something meaningful, something that fills and lights you up... but what could this be? In this interview with cert. Life & Career Coach Vilma Usaite you'll learn: How a move abroad can actually be a catalyst for finding your purpose in life How Vilma's self-auditing process can help you on your quest for purpose What to do when you're passionate about a lot of things or when you don't really seem to have any clear interests / talents at all How to transition into your new identity (even when it gets messy) The one thing that stands in your way of finding your purpose Find out more about Vilma at Check out full session notes (including further resources and pinnable quotes) at

We all know what a burnout is, but have you heard of BOREOUT?It’s a disorder caused by chronic mental underload that leads to a persistent lack of motivation and interest, to frustration, lethargy and in some cases even depression.  I've noticed this syndrome in some of my coaching clients and so in this episode, I've taken all the scientific research and made it relevant to expat wives.  You'll learn: - what Boreout is and where it comes from  - how you can spot symptoms in yourself and others - the types of expat wives that are most prone to suffer from it - what perpetuates Boreout - what you can do to cope Full session notes at Follow me on social media @coach.camillaquintana

In this episode we'll take a deep dive into understanding and overcoming loneliness. It’s a feeling we all experience at one point or another throughout our international lives and relocations. You'll learn: * What loneliness is made up of exactly ... so that, instead of looking away, you can really get to know this feeling. Remember that what we know and understand well loses its power and grip over us! * The 5 antidotes to loneliness ... and how you can integrate them into your expat life today. To help you achieve this, I have a free gift for you: Download my free Feel-Better-Toolkit, a 10-page fillable workbook full of proven and effective exercises, available in the session notes.  Follow me: