Blog Posts

March 13, 2026

Insurance - A Pain or A Life-Saving Power?

Insurance - A Pain or A Life-Saving Power?

Insurance for International Citizens AbroadA digital nomad in Thailand goes to the doctor for a headache. Hours later, she's facing emergency brain surgery. Her story, and others like it reveal why traditional travel insurance is dangerously outda…

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March 11, 2026

International Women: From Raising Kids to Boardroom Culture

International Women: From Raising Kids to Boardroom Culture

International Women: From Raising Kids to Crossing Cultures in the BoardroomA Nomadic Diaries conversation with Dr. Joy Wiggins | International Women’s Day 2026What does it really take to reinvent your career, raise a teenager abroad, and …

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March 11, 2026

Can International Living Supersize Life?

Can International Living Supersize Life?

 I feel like international living can supersize a life.  And if so, is this a good thing?Think back to when a "large" soft drink was just 16 ounces. Today, we barely blink at 48-ounce cups that would have seemed unimaginable decades ag…

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Sept. 6, 2025

September 9th Magic: Celebrating Three Years in Paradise and Two Years of Storytelling"

September 9th Magic: Celebrating Three Years in Paradise and Two Years of Storytelling"

Well, would you believe it? This Tuesday, September 9th, marks not one but TWO major anniversaries in my life. Three years ago to the day, my husband and I stepped off that plane in León, drove through the Mexican highlands, and arrived in Sa…

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Aug. 13, 2025

The High-Achieving Expat Paradox

The High-Achieving Expat Paradox

Originally featured on the Nomadic Diaries podcast - this post is a thorough analysis of the hidden struggles that are frequently not discussed by successful expats.Picture this: You've landed your dream job in an exciting new country. Your Linked…

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Dec. 29, 2024

Why Do Vision Boards Work & How to Build Them!

The Science Behind Vision Boards: Why They Actually WorkHave you ever wondered why vision boards have become such a popular tool for personal development? Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these powerful visual tools actually work with your brain's n…

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July 30, 2024

A Mother's Journey: The Road to Motherhood in a Foreign Land

A Mother's Journey: The Road to Motherhood in a Foreign Land

Hold onto your passports, folks!We're about to dive into the wild world of expat motherhood through the eyes of Sarah Deschamps, a supermom who's taken on Japan with a diaper bag in one hand and adventure in the other. Buckle up for a journey fill…

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July 26, 2024

The Power of Supportive Relationships for Expats

 Buckle up, global adventurers! We're diving deep into the thrilling world of expat life, inspired by our recent podcast episode, "Global Minds, Local Hearts: A Roadmap for Expat Thriving."Our guest, the incredible Vashti Kanahele, shared h…

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May 25, 2024

The Expat Mindset Discovered

The Expat Mindset Discovered

 Finding Home Within While Abroad requires a bit of a mindset shift.For those of us who call different parts of the world home throughout our lives, we have a unique narrative woven throughout our lives.In a recent captivating episode tit…

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May 16, 2024

Surviving Living Abroad and Apart!

Surviving Living Abroad and Apart!

 Expat Families -Surviving Apart Abroad!Have you ever dreamed of shedding the shackles of your conventional life then embarked on a super adventure, only to discover that you and the kids will be spending a lot of time in one place alone, w…

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April 30, 2024

Ron Walters

Title: Adventures in Expat Life: Embracing Change and Finding Your Place in San Miguel de Allende IntroductionThinking of moving to San Miguel de Allende in Mexico? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, we had the pleasure of delvi…

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April 23, 2024

Celebrating World Book Day!

Celebrating World Book Day!

I write this to Celebrate World Book Day!As the host and founder of the Nomadic Diaries podcast, I've had the incredible privilege of interviewing over 30 authors in just our first 7 months on the air. These trailblazers have penned more than 50 b…

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April 15, 2024

It's All Cultural!

It's All Cultural!

A phrase often heard in our house in Mexico when discussing the gap between what we observe and what we understand is frequently "It's All Cultural".  This is the way we explain away experiences we don't understand. However, over the las…

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April 12, 2024

Adaptability: An Essential Skill

Adaptability: An Essential Skill

 Hosted by Doreen Cumberford and featuring Renata Urban, an expert with over 30 years of experience in cross-cultural communication, the episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone living or planning to live abroad.Understanding and …

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April 10, 2024

Wizard of Oz and Cultural Adaptation

Wizard of Oz and Cultural Adaptation

**Title: Unwrapping Cultural Layers: A Journey into Intercultural Competence****Introduction: Embracing the Cultural Kaleidoscope**We live in a time when crossing borders is easier than ever, not just physically but digitally. Yet do we genuinel…

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March 31, 2024

Galloping Grobetrotter: Adventures from San Miguel de Allende to the Skies

Galloping Grobetrotter: Adventures from San Miguel de Allende to the Skies

 Meet our favorite Galloping Globetrotter!Imagine a life where the skies are your highways and the destinations across the world, your neighborhoods. this is the remarkable life of koen gomes, the flying horse groom whose office transcends …

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March 30, 2024

Mosaic of Identity - Complex People in a Complex World!

Mosaic of Identity - Complex People in a Complex World!

This blog is dedicated to the Nomadic Diaries podcast on Embracing the Mosaic of Identity: A Conversation with Dr. Rachel Cason which we recorded a few months ago.Introduction:Hosts Doreen Cumberford and Sharon Fields sat down with Dr. Rachel Ca…

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March 29, 2024

Cultivating Open-Mindedness Across Cultures

Cultivating Open-Mindedness Across Cultures

Open-Mindedness Across CulturesIn the latest episode of "Nomadic Diaries," Doreen Cumberford sat down with distinguished guest Syed Zafar, an intercultural communication expert and author, to unravel how to cultivate open-mindedness abroad.As so…

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March 20, 2024

The Art of Blending Business with a Nomadic Lifestyle

The Art of Blending Business with a Nomadic Lifestyle

Jane Garee spoke on Nomadic Diaries about the skills, strategies and solutions that mobile business people require in order to navigate the nomadic lane.The concept of the nomadic lifestyle has captivated the hearts of many individuals who yearn f…

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March 19, 2024

Cultural Intelligence Boost

Cultural Connection Boost!Bridging Cultural Gaps with Intelligence: Insights from Polly Collingridge Understanding and effectively engaging with people from diverse cultural backgrounds are crucial skills in our increasingly globalized world. Poll…

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March 17, 2024

Why Nomadic Diaries

Discover the Tales of Life Overseas with Nomadic Diaries: A New Podcast Redefining the Expat ExperienceNomadic Diaries, the captivating new podcast, is set to revolutionize the expat narrative by delving deep into the joys, challenges, and secrets…

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March 12, 2024

A Day in the Life of a Cultural Trainer

A Day in the Life of a Cultural Trainer

Nick Dunn's interview was lively and practical.  In a world where every corner holds the potential for a diverse encounter, understanding and reconciling our differences is paramount for a cohesive global society. That's where our lat…

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March 6, 2024

From Grief to Growth

From Grief to Growth

Grief is a frequently overlooked topic among expats. Sarah, the affiliate director of Families in Global Transition, shared her expertise on the subject of  emotional logic and how it can assist us through the inevitable loss and grief t…

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March 4, 2024

The Globetrotter's Path - On Purpose

The Globetrotter's Path - On Purpose

 Meet Robin Pascoe, the author of five books about global living for expatriate families and the recently published memoir "The Carry-On Imperative: A Memoir of Travel, Reinvention & Giving Back."Recently on "Nomadic Diaries" host Doree…

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