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Nomadic Diaries: Mastering Global Transitions

Doreen Cumberford

Where Global Living Transforms LivesImagine a life where every border crossed becomes a doorway to personal transformation!Welcome to Nomadic Diaries, the podcast that turns international adventures into extraordinary personal journeys. We"re not just telling travel stories. We"re uncovering the raw, unfiltered experiences of expats and global nomads who have transformed uncertainty into opportunity.Each episode dives deep into the hearts and minds of extraordinary individuals who"ve turned

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24:47

Re-Entry Series 16: Repatriation & Identity

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2024/11/16

What sort of hidden grief and identity struggles can plague Third Culture Kids and expats when 'going home' again?"In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller look into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by Third Culture Kids (TCKs) when returning to their passport countries. They interviewed the brilliant Dr. Rachel Cason, a leading TCK therapist and author of "Incredible Lives and the Courage to Live Them". Tog...

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Re-Entry Series 15: Reading from Life in the Camel Lane

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2024/11/15

What does it take to prepare oneself for repatriation?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford reads from the book she authored, Life in the Camel Lane: Embrace the Adventure. This story highlights the preparation for a repatriation that seemed imminent but happened many months later. Each person's re-entry experience is unique and unrepeatable. Life in the Camel Lane is a comprehensive book written about living in Saudi Arabia and the lessons of to...

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Re-Entry Series 14: Medical Repatriation

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2024/11/14

Can you imagine navigating the complexities of international healthcare while simultaneously repatriating?In this compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries, Linda Mueller interviews author Sarah Deschamps on the topic of a family's journey through medical challenges in Tokyo and an eventual repatriation to the U.S. Sarah describes the demanding journey of living in Japan, contending with her daughter's critical medical needs, and how her family found resilience amid profound medical obstacles. Sa...

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27:45

Re-Entry Series 13: Linda Reading Arriving Well...

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2024/11/13

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering Home After Living Abroad.Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compelling, autobiographical stories about re-entry. Each of the authors experienced the roller-coaster ride of re-entry to their passport country in totally different and yet totally valid ways after a differing number of years abroad.Linda is reading from the chapter called H...

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52:17

RE Series 12: Sudden Repatriation

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2024/11/12

Can you imagine repatriating in an emergency? Welcome to Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series where we explore the journey of repatriation back home. In our latest episode, Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller chat with Joel David Bond, a true explorer who's spent 20 years living on multiple continents. We plunged into the story of his abrupt return to the U.S. after 20 years abroad,Joel offered insights into managing anxiety, using technology for smooth transitions, and fostering a minds...

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27:49

Re-Entry Series 11: Logistics

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2024/11/11

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the planning and logistics of moving back home? In today's episode of the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller dive deep into the logistics of repatriation on Nomadic Diaries. They share invaluable tips on everything from efficient packing to handling crucial documentation and pet transport.One key to a satisfying repatriation lies in managing the logistics effectively. When the practical details are well-managed, you can focus on the dee...

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Re-Entry Series 10: Inspiration - Books

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2024/11/10

Do you ever feel like the invisible side of you needs some sources of inspiration during the potential chaos of repatriating back home?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller dive into the invisible aspects of repatriation. Linda shares her insights into a book called The Pivot Year, 365 Days to Become the Person You Truly Want to Be by Brianna Weist. Here at Nomadic Diaries we love to interview expat and cross-cultural authors, so continue t...

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RE Series 9: From Familiarity to Foreign

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2024/11/09

Have you experienced the rollercoaster of crossing borders, building a life overseas only to do so in reverse? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford plunges into the challenges and triumphs of repatriation. In this episode, we had an eye-opening conversation with Chris O'Shaughnessy who is a TCK and InterCultural trainer, about the complexities of this mighty transition.From treating your home country as foreign, to using humor and humility, Chri...

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35:01

Re-Entry Series 8: Hidden Grief!

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2024/11/08

How do you navigate the complex journey of grieving an old life while building a new one?In today's episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, we look into the often overlooked topic of grief during repatriation. Doreen and Linda interviewed Dr. Sally McGregor, cross-cultural therapist, who shared invaluable insights on dealing with hidden grief, ambiguous loss, and the emotional journey faced by expats and Third Culture Kids. We learned about the power of being present, finding cu...

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32:49

Re-Entry Series 7: Family Versus Profession

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2024/11/07

Have you ever felt the profound challenge of transplanting your entire life from one country to another?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, hosts Linda Mueller chatted with the incredible Tanya Pleis, an award-winning international photographer. We dove into her journey of balancing family life and professional aspirations while repatriating from the U.S. to Germany. Tanya shared her challenges, for example, managing grief from the closing of her Chicago studio and ...

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Re-Entry Series 6: Reading From Arriving Well

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2024/11/06

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering Home After Living Abroad.Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compelling, autobiographical stories about re-entry. Each of the authors experienced the roller-coaster ride of re-entry to their passport country in totally different and yet totally valid ways after a differing number of years abroad.This book highlights the variety of ways i...

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Re-Entry Series 5: The Emotional Toll of Repatriation

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2024/11/05

Have you ever grappled with the upheaval of moving countries and then moving back? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller engage with cross-cultural coach Jerry Jones to delve into the emotional and psychological effects of repatriation.Jerry shares his compelling personal experiences transitioning from China back to the United States, highlighting how seemingly minor lifestyle disruptions can accumulate into significant emotion...

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Re-Entry Series 4: The Power of Vision Building

Nomadic Diaries: Mastering Global Transitions ·

2024/11/04

Today’s episode of the Re Entry Series, focuses on the Vision Building for your repatriation journey. We discuss the importance of creating a vivid, emotional, and sensory-rich vision of your desired future state to navigate the complex process of returning home. Linda Mueller and Doreen Cumberford share practical tips on setting clear, positive intentions and visualization techniques to keep you motivated, aligned and moving towards your preferences. Remember, envisioning your repatriat...

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Re-Entry Series 3: Finding Inspiration During...

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2024/11/03

Do you ever feel like the invisible side of you gets lost in the chaos of repatriating back home?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller dive into the spiritual or invisible aspects of repatriation, sharing insights on how to find inspiration during times of transition. They introduce Elizabeth Kubler Ross's metaphor of stained glass windows and discuss actionable steps from Brene Brown's to help keep your inner light shining. Tune in and discover ...

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RE Series 2: A Suitcase Story with Renata Urban

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2024/11/02

Welcome to a short but pithy episode of the Re-Entry Series of Nomadic Diaries. Here, we dive into the complexities of repatriation with Renata Urban, an expert in language training and intercultural communications. Renata shares her insights on why reentry can often be more challenging than expatriation, the emotional and cultural hurdles repats face, and practical strategies for smoother transitions back home. She also highlights the importance of building a "sanctuary" and finding sup...

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Re-Entry Series 1: Launch Conversation with Doreen...

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2024/11/01

Welcome to the introductory episode of the Nomadic Diaries Reentry Series! Hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller set the stage for this 30-day podcast journey focused on repatriation and reentry. Discover the structure of the series, the topics covered, guest experts featured, and the mission behind this endeavor.Key Points:Series Introduction: This podcast series will be a daily release for 30 days aimed at supporting those going through repatriation.Focus for Each Day of the Week:Monday...

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55:44

When Cultures Collide: From India's We to America's Me"

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2024/10/29

In this episode, we sit down with cultural anthropologist James Richardson to explore how his experiences living in diverse cultures - especially India - have profoundly shaped his perspectives on relationships and commitment in America.James shares thought-provoking insights gleaned from his anthropological work and personal journey, painting a vivid contrast between the supportive, interconnected community dynamics he observed in India versus the more isolated, "non-committal" culture preva...

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37:08

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Creative Flow with Amy...

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2024/10/22

Meet Amy Suto an Author, Writer and Digital Nomad. Creativity and Flow.......As a writer, author and nomad Amy has learned a lot about well-being, balance and pace of life. She has been on the road for four years now and feels like the digital nomadic lifestyle contributes momentum to her success. Amy has used the elements of geography to create her first novel called The Nomad Detective which was inspired by her travels and true crime stories.For Amy, helping others by telling sto...

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39:41

Nomadic With Horses - Check-In Take Two!

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2024/10/15

Koen is one of our regulars on Nomadic Diaries and lives the life of a traveling nomad accompanying high performance horses as they travel around the world to attend equestrian events. It was really fun to reconnect, especially after Koen had visited Saudi Arabia, and I was eager to hear what he had been learning from his travels over the last six to nine months. I really enjoyed reconnecting with Koen Gomes again. The conversation covered the following:Embracing Ambiguous Identity: We d...

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A Nomad's Compass: Navigating Life, Resilience, and...

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2024/10/08

Meet Chris Cerra, the genius and founder of Remote Base and Digital Nomad Trip Reports! I was introduced to Chris by a friend, who operates one of the most functional and powerful expat/nomad insurance companies and we discovered a common love for the far-ranging subjects of nomadism. Chris shared his wide-ranging but very sensible and down to earth approach to nomading, here are a few takeaways.Understanding Your 'Why' Knowing your motivation for embracing a nomadic lifestyle will...

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