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International Love Story

International Love Story

By Christina Korf & Ignacio Lagos Ruiz

Managing a relationship between two cultures and languages is interesting and intense. The couples we interview give advice for different life situations - such as "communication in a bilingual relationship" and "how to deal with paperwork". Listen to experts, how other intercultural couples are navigating through life and its ups and downs, and how they're all working on the same goal: making it work!
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International Love StoryJan 12, 2021

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# 68 Iliana and Ryan, From an Awkward First Date to a Nomadic Power Couple

# 68 Iliana and Ryan, From an Awkward First Date to a Nomadic Power Couple

Iliana (Bulgarian) and Ryan (American) went from an awkward online dating encounter to a globe-trotting intercultural relationship. Early travels involved surprise family introductions. Despite navigating cultural differences in dating norms, they embraced contrasting perspectives. Ryan's openness strengthened their bond over shared wanderlust. Dreams formed of the perfect international expat hub alancing local community and social scene. The pandemic's isolation challenged but reinforced their partnership. As nomadic life restarts, their unique journey highlights key ingredients: open-mindedness, expanding horizons, nurturing individuality alongside commitment.

My guest: ⁠Iliana
Website: ⁠www.olivemaps.com
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[00:00:00] - Intro[00:00:53] - Meet Iliana and Ryan[00:02:07] How the met[00:12:04] Cultural Differences[00:28:18] Future Plans[00:32:51] Their Advice


Mar 20, 202436:38
# 67 Rita and Jesse, how to get married in Denmark as an interracial couple

# 67 Rita and Jesse, how to get married in Denmark as an interracial couple

Jess and Rita's wedding in Denmark was a breeze. They found the Danish government's website user-friendly, opting for Copenhagen as their venue. Despite a winter storm, their City Hall ceremony was warm and personal. The administrator's tailored speech made it even more special. Their experience highlights Denmark's smooth and stress-free process, a stark contrast to the challenges in other countries. My guest: Rita and Jesse

More information: The Agency of Family Law in Denmark


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TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ______________________________

[00:00:00] - Intro[00:00:58] - Rita and Jesse's current situation[00:10:58] - Getting married in Denmark[00:16:23] - Pre-approval process for Danish marriage[00:22:16] - Using Danish marriage certificate in Cambodia[00:27:54] - Resolving bureaucracy issues in Cambodia[00:32:11] - Families' reaction to Danish marriage

Mar 06, 202436:51
# 66 KC, About writing your own story while finding inspiration outside

# 66 KC, About writing your own story while finding inspiration outside

In this episode, we dive into the vibrant world of intercultural relationships with KC, an author whose life and work span continents and cultures. She shares the enriching yet challenging journey of her marriage, highlighting the importance of curiosity, adaptability, and resilience in overcoming cultural divides. KC also discusses her transition from writing self-help to fiction, inspired by her own experiences and the underrepresentation of intercultural narratives. Tune in for a profound exploration of love, identity, and the art of storytelling across cultures.

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My guest: https://www.instagram.com/authorkcmccormickciftci/ Website: www.kcmccormickciftci.com⁠⁠⁠ ABOUT US YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ______________________________ [ 00:00:00] - Intro [00:01:00] - How they met [00:04:53] - Switch to writing stories [00:07:25] - Airports inspire a Christmas story [00:16:05] - Making friends in new places [00:23:30] - How KC writes books [00:30:30] - Growing and finding home [00:35:05] - Tips for mixed cultures [00:38:49] - Connect with KC


Feb 21, 202441:15
# 65 Sarah, Making Friends Abroad and Maintaining Connections with Old Friends at Home

# 65 Sarah, Making Friends Abroad and Maintaining Connections with Old Friends at Home

Feb 07, 202443:10
# 64 Amel, Empowerment in Expat Life - Turning Expat Challenges into Business Success

# 64 Amel, Empowerment in Expat Life - Turning Expat Challenges into Business Success

In this insightful episode, we delve into Amel's experiences as an expat spouse. She opens up about the emotional and practical challenges of suspending her career for family commitments. Amel speaks on the issues of financial dependence and identity loss, common among women in similar situations. Advocating for empowerment and choice, she shares her mission for better support and regulations. This episode is a vital exploration of the sacrifices and resilience in the lives of expat spouses, emphasizing the significance of personal fulfillment and independence in diverse cultural settings.

MY GUEST https://www.instagram.com/amel.derragui/

Website: https://www.amelderragui.com/ig-bio-link/

Free Mini-Training: https://tandemnomads.com/idea/ ABOUT US YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story⁠⁠⁠⁠ YOUR STORY: Share your story here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠to the Google Form⁠⁠ Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com Leave a  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  review ______________________________ [00:00:00] Intro [00:02:09] Meeting Amel [00:03:09] Starting a Business Abroad [00:20:39] Challenges in Personal Growth and Business [00:15:20] Strategies for Targeting and Engaging Clients [00:25:19] Finding Business Ideas and Personal 'Why' [00:37:19] The Role of Social Media in Business [00:40:48] Outro


Jan 24, 202441:34
# 63 Clarisse, The Impact of Language and Culture on Interpersonal Relationships

# 63 Clarisse, The Impact of Language and Culture on Interpersonal Relationships

In this episode we meet Clarisse - a French language instructor who currently resides in Barcelona, Spain. Clarisse reflects on her life in various countries, including South Korea, the U.S., and Japan - where she met her partner and began her journey towards multiculturalism. With a focus on language and culture, Clarisse shares her insights on adapting to new backgrounds, overcoming language barriers, and the personal growth that comes with these experiences. This podcast episode serves as a reminder of the importance of communication and understanding in multiethnic relationships.


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https://www.instagram.com/clarisse.professeur/ ABOUT US YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠

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[00:00:00] Intro [00:02:20] Clarisse's Background and Moving for Work [00:07:35] The Flexibility of Being Self-Employed[00:11:00] Learning Languages for Personal Relationships[00:17:00] Communicating with Partner's Family in Their Language[00:22:00] Adjusting to Life and Language in Spain[00:29:00] Reflections on International Living and Relationships[00:31:30] Future Plans and Moving with Partner's Career[00:34:15] Teaching French to Beginners and Cultural Understanding

Jan 10, 202436:05
# 62 Surbhi and Dario, East Meets West, An Indian-Italian Love Story Unfolds Unexpectedly

# 62 Surbhi and Dario, East Meets West, An Indian-Italian Love Story Unfolds Unexpectedly

Meet Surbhi (India) and Dario (Italy). They share a unique love story that began at her birthday party in Switzerland. As a plant molecular biologist and a nuclear fusion engineer, they navigated through cultural and language differences with humor and heart. Their journey, from a chance meeting in Switzerland to a long-distance relationship and embracing each other's cultures, culminates in their marriage and life together in the UK. They share insights into their rich cultural experiences, overcoming language barriers, and their impromptu wedding in Italy. Surbhi and Dario also talk about creating content based on their experiences and their plans for the future. Their story is a warm testament to the beauty of intercultural relationships and the unifying power of love.

MY GUESTS
www.instagram.com/paneer.and.parmigiano/
www.youtube.com/@Paneer.and.parmigiano/shorts


ABOUT US
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠ ⁠⁠
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[00:00:00] Intro[00:02:15] Meeting in Switzerland[00:02:53] Cultural Differences and Initial Impressions[00:11:58] Spontaneous Wedding Plans[00:17:18] Creating Content and Embracing Cultures[00:20:30] Food Habits and Compromises[00:22:38] Moving to the UK and Future Plans[00:29:00] Relationship Advice and Learnings
Dec 28, 202336:06
# 61 Anke and André, From Cooking Class to Building a Family
Dec 26, 202342:44
# 60 Melanie and Esmat, Battling negative Stereotypes and Hurtful Comments

# 60 Melanie and Esmat, Battling negative Stereotypes and Hurtful Comments

Meet Melanie (Germany). Back in 2015, Esmat (Iran) came to Germany as a refugee, and that's when their story started. But the real special part of their love story began a few years later when she found out she was going to be a mom. That's when things really took off! Over the last few years, they've faced and overcome a bunch of challenges together. One big challenge was dealing with stereotypes and people making assumptions about them.

Almost every couple from different cultures goes through this – dealing with not-so-nice comments about where they're from or how they look. Melanie, though, she's super open on social media. She shares her ups and downs and how she handles the negativity. As time passed, she became really confident in herself. With the strong trust between her and Esmat, and the happy life they've built, those mean comments? They don't bother her anymore.

Instead of letting it get to her, she decided to take a stand in her own cool way – with lots of humor! It's like she turned those bad vibes into something good. And honestly, that's pretty darn awesome and inspiring. MY GUESTS https://www.instagram.com/family_habibi/https://www.happyheartofficial.de/ ABOUT US YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story⁠⁠ YOUR STORY: Share your story here: ⁠⁠to the Google Form Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com Leave a  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  review ____________________________________________________________

00:00 – Intro 01:02 – Who are Melanie and Esmat 14:11 – Challenges of Moving to Germany 21:16 – Stereotypes and Negative Comments 33:03 – Acceptance of their Relationship 35:04 – Raising a Multicultural Family 39:43 – Future Plans

43:48 – The Wedding

48:50 – Advice 54:28 – Outro

Dec 26, 202356:17
# 59 Mareike and Kim, Two Sisters Share their Secrets, Intercultural Communication and Blending Multicultural Families

# 59 Mareike and Kim, Two Sisters Share their Secrets, Intercultural Communication and Blending Multicultural Families

Meet Mareike (German) and Kim (German), two sisters who have embarked on a journey of intercultural relationships.

Mareike is married to a Spanish-Venezuelan, and Kim is married to an Italian. In this episode, they will share the intricacies of blending families and raising children while embracing diverse backgrounds. They have truly forged a strong bond as sisters, not just through blood, but by navigating the maze of cultural nuances together.

As they converse, you can feel the camaraderie they've cultivated with their partners, thanks to a solid foundation of mutual support and a commitment to effective communication. Through their stories, they highlight the importance of keeping an open mind and extending trust, even in the face of cultural differences.

Despite hailing from different cultural landscapes, Mareike's and Kim's husbands have become integral parts of their lives. The sisters have discovered surprising similarities and learned to adapt their perspectives over time, demonstrating that love can thrive even amidst diversity.

MY GUESTS https://www.instagram.com/acoupleofcultures/Newsletter

Mail: acoupleofcultures@gmail.com

ABOUT US YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story⁠⁠ YOUR STORY: Share your story here: ⁠⁠ Be my Guest Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com Leave a  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  review ____________________________________________________________ 00:00 – Intro 02:09 – Who's Kim, Who's Mareike? 06:39 – How did they meet their partners? 11:57 – Adapting to New Cultures 23:15 – Manage Cultural Differences 29:05 – Challenges 37:36 – Raising a Multicultural Family 57:57 – Future Plans

1:11:13 – Their Advice 1:20:40 – Outro

Dec 26, 202301:21:44
# 58 Brune and Mahmood, When The Future Depends on One Person

# 58 Brune and Mahmood, When The Future Depends on One Person

Join us for the captivating continuation of Brune and Mahmood's love story! In this exciting second part, we delve into their emotions after the Sheik's surprising revelation about his uncertainties regarding their marriage. The primary concern for the Sheik was Brune not being a Muslim. During a heartfelt conversation, Mahmood earnestly tried to convince the Sheik while Brune remained in the dark, unaware of the unfolding drama for two long hours. Following this unforeseen twist, their journey to bridge the distance between them was not an easy one. They made the bold decision to move to Oman, hoping to pave the way for Mahmood's eventual relocation to France. It proved to be a challenging process that took several months to sort out all the necessary arrangements. We'll explore how they navigated through these hurdles and the incredible efforts they put in to reach where they stand today. You won't want to miss out on this inspiring tale of love, perseverance, and the triumph of the human spirit!


MY GUESTS https://www.instagram.com/_queen_brune/ ABOUT US YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story⁠⁠ YOUR STORY: Share your story here: ⁠⁠Be guests @ International Love Story (google.com)⁠⁠ Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com Leave a  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  review ____________________________________________________________

Aug 02, 202301:02:38
# 57 Brune and Mahmood, Crossing a Desert for Love - From Yemen to Oman to France

# 57 Brune and Mahmood, Crossing a Desert for Love - From Yemen to Oman to France

Meet Brune (France) and Mahmood (Yemen).
They met through an app during COVID, randomly connecting around the world. Their calls piled up, and they fell for each other. But when they tried to see each other for the first time, it was not easy at all: Yemen's war and cultural differences made it tricky. And adding to this Brune's family was accepting, but Mahmood's mom was hesitant. Eventually, they met in Oman, a dangerous journey through war zones.
Nowadays, Yemen is divided between the north and south, and crossing borders is risky. But Brune and Mahmood braved it all. Listen to their full story and how they have managed all those hurdles.

MY GUESTS
www.instagram.com/_queen_brune/

ABOUT US
YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠
Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠
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Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com
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00:00 – Intro
2:42 – Who's Brune, Who's Mahmood?
09:09 – How did they meet?
14:56 – His family reaction
21:46 – Travelint through the desert
30:36 – Situation in Yemen
37:05 – Challenges of traveling to Oman
48:06 – Meeting for the first time
60:50 – Outro




Jul 26, 202301:02:49
# 56 Gabriella and Rakesh's Journey of Love, Meditation, and Holistic Living

# 56 Gabriella and Rakesh's Journey of Love, Meditation, and Holistic Living

Join Gabriella, a Hungarian psychologist, and Rakesh, an Ayurveda doctor from India, on their inspiring intercultural journey. As they complete their studies and embark on their careers in Hungary, they navigate cultural shocks and find love at first sight during a public talk on Ayurveda. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Gabriella and Rakesh stay connected through meditation and breathwork. They emphasize open communication and finding common ground as they embrace uncertainty in their relationship. Looking ahead, they are planning to combine their expertise in psychology and Ayurveda to create projects and courses that help others in intercultural relationships. Their story showcases the power of resilience, personal growth, and love in overcoming cultural differences and building a strong bond. MY GUESTS https://www.instagram.com/ourinterculturallife/ ADVICE Sudarshan Kriya breathing technique https://www.artofliving.org/eu-en/online-meditation-breath-workshop Meditation https://www.artofliving.org/eu-en/sahaj-samadhi-meditation Breath Technique for beginners https://youtu.be/Biry04x7rFM https://youtu.be/6bGlFwNfRGg

ABOUT US

YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠⁠

Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠⁠

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Leave a  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  review ____________________________________________________________ 00:00 – Intro 0:52 – Who's Gabriella, Who's Rakesh? 06:11 – How did they meet? 11:42 – Starting their Love Story 17:58 – Meeting his family 23:02 – Challenges 30:38 – Future Plans 44:56 – Their Advice


Jul 12, 202349:16
# 55 A Twitter Love Story, Navigating a Long-Distance Marriage

# 55 A Twitter Love Story, Navigating a Long-Distance Marriage

Christelle and James's love story is a testament to the power of shared passions, deep conversations, and taking risks in love. Despite living miles apart, their connection blossomed through Twitter, fueled by their love for writing and common authors. Their first meeting in Montreal was an instant success, cementing their bond and sparking a commitment to regular meetups. Overcoming distance and unexpected lockdowns, they embraced the challenges and grew closer. They planned a wedding, incorporating English traditions in a simple yet magical outdoor ceremony in the US. Dolphins graced their presence, adding to the enchantment. By personalizing the wedding and celebrating with loved ones in both countries, Crystal and James created lasting memories. Their journey exemplifies the importance of understanding, support, and embracing differences in a long-distance relationship. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7MG4DeyLoOmE2cms2hYJDk Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/international-love-story/id1514145436 MY GUESTS https://www.instagram.com/sd.christelle/


ABOUT US

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ ⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast ⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story⁠


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Share your story here: ⁠Be guests @ International Love Story (google.com)⁠

Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com

Leave a  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  review ____________________________________________________________ 00:00 – Intro 00:33 – Who's Julie, Who's Sykes? 01:31 – How did they meet? 12:42 – Starting their Love Story 15:08 – Building a Connection on Distance 24:42 – 18 Month after the Lockdown 28:49 – The Wedding 51:38 – Future Plans 54:09 – Their Advice

Jun 28, 202301:02:36
#54 Finding Love in Unexpected Places, A Work Place Love Story

#54 Finding Love in Unexpected Places, A Work Place Love Story

In this podcast episode, Julie, a French woman living in Singapore, and Sykes, a Filipino living in Manila, share their story of how they met in the Philippines. Julie was in Manila for an internship when she met Sykes at a co-working space where they both worked. They started as friends, bonding over cultural experiences like visiting churches during Holy Week. They discovered differences in dating customs between the French and Filipino cultures, where the French tend to transition from friendship to a relationship more quickly. Despite knowing that their time together would be limited due to Julie's departure, they decided to pursue a long-distance relationship, believing in their eventual reunion. However, they had no idea it would take 3.5 years for them to see each other again. In their conversation, Sykes and Julie discuss the contrasting work ethic, societal expectations, and lifestyle in the Philippines and France. The Philippines has a competitive and grinding mindset influenced by American culture, with an emphasis on fighting for rights and opportunities. On the other hand, France values work-life balance and enjoyment. They also touch on the challenges they face due to visa restrictions and the difficulties of finding employment in Singapore. Looking to the future, they share their plans of living together and exploring opportunities in Spain to obtain dual citizenship. Their ultimate goal is to solidify their commitment to each other over the next five years. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7MG4DeyLoOmE2cms2hYJDk Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/international-love-story/id1514145436 MY GUESTS https://www.instagram.com/jusdejujube/


ABOUT US

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story


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Share your story here: Be guests @ International Love Story (google.com)

Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com

Leave a  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  review ____________________________________________________________ 00:00 – Intro 00:29 – Who's Julie, Who's Sykes? 02:23 – How did they meet? 11:33 – Dating Customs 13:21 – Long Distance Relationship 15:59 – Long Distance Dating Tips 25:53 – Cultural Differences 33:29 – Job Search in Singapore 41:44 – Future Plans 44:35 – Their Advice

Jun 14, 202352:44
#53 A Latina in China, Cultural Differences & Finding Love

#53 A Latina in China, Cultural Differences & Finding Love

Violeta shares her International Love Story and her life in China, highlighting her multicultural background and unexpected marriage to a Chinese man. She discusses how her interest in China grew during college, leading her to an exchange program in Beijing. Violeta talks about her experiences meeting people from different countries, falling in love with Chinese culture, and eventually finding a job in a Chinese company.

Violeta also discusses the unique dating scene in China, where practical considerations often take precedence over emotions. Despite the challenges of being a Latina in China, she appreciates the cultural differences and her love for the country. As always, we are also talking about cultural differences and the challenges of being in an intercultural relationship.

In this episode, Violeta reflects on their journey, highlighting the importance of patience and the support they received from their partner's family. Meeting each other's families was a significant step, leading to surprises and positive experiences. Next step for them: Moving to Mexico to take over the family business.


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https://www.youtube.com/@violetayelmundo


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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@internationallovestory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast 

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May 31, 202301:16:46
S03/EP09 - What Were We Up To? From Dating On Distance To A Life On 5 Square Meters

S03/EP09 - What Were We Up To? From Dating On Distance To A Life On 5 Square Meters

We're back, at least for this episode. Nacho and I sat down to summarize our past few months. Sometimes we wonder how we got here. From dating on distance to moving into my parent's house to moving into 5 square meters, working as a freelancer and starting a new job in a German start-up, it definitely never gets boring. Listen to our journey. In the end of our conversation, we're answering some questions we frequently get asked.

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Jun 09, 202259:09
S03/EP08 - Zuzana (Czechia) in Zambia, Stereotypes - Living in Zambia
May 26, 202254:53
S03/EP07 - Gabriela, Psychologist, Cultural Differences In A Multicultural Relationship: How To Meet In The Middle

S03/EP07 - Gabriela, Psychologist, Cultural Differences In A Multicultural Relationship: How To Meet In The Middle

Meet Gabriela. Gabriela is originally from Chile. Today she lives in Spain with her Austrian husband. Over the years, she has moved several times, lived in different countries and experienced different cultures. Today, as a psychologist, she helps individuals who are in a multicultural relationship to understand the cultural differences and gives new impulses for a healthy relationship. In this episode, Gabriela is going to share how to meet in the middle and why we are too quick to make assumptions. IG: https://www.instagram.com/gabriela.encina.psychologist/ Contact her:  https://gabriela-encina.as.me/30-Min-Session – Intro, 01:10 – Nuances of multicultural relationships, 02:27 – Making assumptions, 08:04 - Common struggles in a multicultural relationship, 13:30 – The Middle, 28:48 – Get in contact with Gabriela, 38:31 – Advice, 51:51 -Join the Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524472948232135/ YOU CAN ALSO FIND US YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHmiOx4upqg8i_1zZyS-0hg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/internationallovestory/_created/ Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com Tell your story: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegfNeCTr9Dv6Wr7RMjctbZDkXtSot5tCBuwdZeR47-PVA77A/viewform

May 12, 202257:56
S03/EP06 - Marianneke (Netherlands) in Brazil, Adjusting To A New Life - Setting Boundaries And Growing Stronger

S03/EP06 - Marianneke (Netherlands) in Brazil, Adjusting To A New Life - Setting Boundaries And Growing Stronger

Meet Mariannke. In this episode we talk about the hurdles of emigration. Mariannke moved from the Netherlands to Brazil 6 years ago. It wasn't until 2021, 5 years after migrating, that she started to feel comfortable. With the decision to move to Brazil, she had the rose-colored glasses on. However, she soon realized that life in Brazil was more difficult than she had thought. Marianneke says that she established clear boundaries for herself from the beginning. She talks openly and honestly about her relationship with her ex-partner, the country, and why she will be moving back to the Netherlands in the upcoming weeks. IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariannekervdl/ 00:00 – Intro, 04:14 – Who's Marianneke, 04:50 – How it started, 15:50– Why She Moved, 23:15 – Hurdles And Boundaries, 41:00 – Growing Stronger, 47:34 – Seperation, 49:17 – Future Plans, 57:20– Advice - Join the Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524472948232135/ YOU CAN ALSO FIND US YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHmiOx4upqg8i_1zZyS-0hg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/internationallovestory/_created/ Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com


Apr 28, 202201:05:05
S03/EP05 - Wiebke, Expat Coach, Culture Shock - When Moving Abroad: What To Expect

S03/EP05 - Wiebke, Expat Coach, Culture Shock - When Moving Abroad: What To Expect

Meet Wiebke. Wiebke spent 22 years living abroad and felt at home in six different countries. She supports global nomads and expats in mastering the often underestimated and unexpected challenges of living abroad and returning home. Cultural shock can have a big impact on your daily life in a foreign country - event though when moving back home you might experience it. In this episode, we will talk about the different stages of cultural shock and how to deal with it. IG: https://www.instagram.com/chameleon_coaching/ Finding home within: https://chameleon-coaching.com/en/finding-home-within/ – Intro, 01:00 – Who's Wiebke, 01:16 – Circle of Culture Shock, 09:39– Stages of Culture Shock, 15:41 – Finding home within, 26:26 – Advice, 36:16 -Join the Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524472948232135/ YOU CAN ALSO FIND US YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHmiOx4upqg8i_1zZyS-0hg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/internationallovestory/_created/ Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com

Apr 18, 202242:52
S03/EP04 - Janine (Germany) in Namibia, Moving Abroad - About A Routine And Life In Namibia

S03/EP04 - Janine (Germany) in Namibia, Moving Abroad - About A Routine And Life In Namibia

Meet Janine (Germany) From a 4-year long-distance relationship to moving to Namibia, it's been a long road for Janine and her boyfriend Martin. In this episode, you'll learn how and why Janine adapted to Namibia in a short time, what hurdles she had to overcome, and why a routine is important. We talk about her future plans and her current visa situation. For Janine, it is clear that she wants to build a life independently of her partner.  IG: https://www.instagram.com/janine.goes.namibia/ Blog: https://www.uncovernamibia.com/ The history of Namibia: https://www.dw.com/en/namibia-a-timeline-of-germanys-brutal-colonial-history/a-57729985 00:00 – Intro, 01:13 – Who's Janine, 03:06 – Challenge of LDR, 06:43– Saying Goodbye to Family and Friends, 15:57 – Adapting to Namibia, 19:26 – History of Namibia, 26:21 – Visa Namibia, 47:35 – Future Plans, 52:26– Routine Abroad, 01:04:11 – Advice - Join the Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524472948232135/ YOU CAN ALSO FIND US YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHmiOx4upqg8i_1zZyS-0hg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internationallovestory/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/internationallovestorypodcast Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/internationallovestory/_created/ Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com

Mar 31, 202201:09:49
S03/EP03 - Liz (Austria) and Shane (China), Upside Down - When Everything Suddenly Changes

S03/EP03 - Liz (Austria) and Shane (China), Upside Down - When Everything Suddenly Changes

Meet Liz (Austria) and Shane (China)

Liz has always been fascinated by the Chinese culture and language. Already at the age of 12 she learned Chinese for a bit. Later, she was able to do an internship abroad in Shanghai. Her time in China was better than she could have imagined. So when her visa expired, she just left her suitcase with her host mom, with the plan to come back very soon. And indeed, just a few weeks after she returned home, Liz is on her way back to Shanghai because of a job offer. Shortly after, in June 2019, she meets Shane via Tinder. Find out why a pull-over broke the ice and how her life was turned upside down from there on. Currently, they both live in Hong Kong. On Instagram, Liz takes you very authentically through their everyday life.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/liz_abroadinchina/

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00:00 – Intro, 02:20 – Who's Liz, 02:37 – Who’s Shane, 04:03– What brought Liz to China?, 12:05 – His first Impression, 14:44 – Communication with his parents, 15:33 – How they met, 18:36 – First Date, 25:56– Falling in Love, 35:59 – Handling the pressure, 43:23 – Future Plans, 49:16 - Their Advice

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Mar 17, 202201:01:00
S03/EP02 - Itzi (Mexico) and Brice (France), Traveling Migrants - Between Cultural Shock And Finding A Middle Ground

S03/EP02 - Itzi (Mexico) and Brice (France), Traveling Migrants - Between Cultural Shock And Finding A Middle Ground

Meet Itzi (Mexico) and Brice (France)  

They met in DC in 2017, felt in love and  made it work. With the election of Donald Trump in the beginning of 2017, Itzi and Brice suddenly had to fight against windmills. In Itzi's words: "As an undocumented, then DACA recipient, living in the United States, I once lived a life full of a lot of uncertainty". This is one of the reasons why they decided to visit Mexico first. Just for a while, before moving to France.  In this episode, they will tell us why they ended up staying longer in Mexico than expected. Listen to how they dealt with cultural differences and how a life in France is like. A big part of our conversation is the topic of Culture Shock. I do think that Traveling Migrants describes this amazing couple just perfectly! They had to adjust to life in several countries already. Not even the huge Cultural Differences between them could tear them apart. The Key: An honest conversation and understanding. Don't come to a conclusion, ask questions to understand your partner better.  

IG: https://www.instagram.com/travelingmigrants/

Website: https://myaccessabroad.com/

Book: The Gift of Success and Happiness - Chip Sawicki 

00:00 – Intro, 01:26 – Who's Itzi, 01:42 – Who’s Brice, 02:03 – How did they meet?, 03:47 – Why they moved to Mexico, 06:51 – Visa Situation, 11:10 – Dealing with Cultural Differences, 19:19 – Life in France, 25:05– Future Plans, 28:50 – Communication in a Foreign Language, 32:10 – Their Advice, 38:00 – Expectations from Society

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Mar 03, 202249:27
S03/EP01 - Kyomi (Peru) and Leo (France), And Suddenly the Borders Closed And We Couldn’t See Each Other…

S03/EP01 - Kyomi (Peru) and Leo (France), And Suddenly the Borders Closed And We Couldn’t See Each Other…

Meet Kyomi (Peru) and Leo (France)  

In October 2019 Leo decided to travel to Latin America, on his own. In preparation, he signed in an application to find a Tandem-Partner in order to learn Spanish. So it didn’t take long, and he started to chat with Kyomi. Kyomi is from Peru and after 3 months of texting and communicating he decided to fly to Peru. His idea was to spend a couple of months in Latin America. He arrived on the 7th of March 2020, finally met Kyomi in person and not long after, actually just a week later, they’ve learned about COVID.  Almost all countries closed their borders After falling in love when seeing each other in person, it was time already to say goodbye. Leo rushed to the airport. Within 6 hours, he arranged everything for his flight back to France, not knowing how their love story will continue.  After saying goodbye at the airport, 10 months passed until they could meet again. All the time in between, they stayed in contact and managed the hurdles a long distance relationship comes with. While recording this episode, Kyomi and Leo were reunited in Peru. They’re waiting for the borders of France to reopen.  Their message is clear: dating on distance works. So go ahead and check out their journey. They do offer several eBooks and support on their Blog (Link below).  

IG: https://www.instagram.com/my.sweet.ldr/

Blog: https://my-sweet-ldr.com/ 

00:00 – Intro, 02:10 -  Who’s Leo, 03:00 – Who’s Kyomi, 04:40 – How did they meet?, 10:40 – Saying goodbye in times like that, 12:49 – How their love story began, 15:24 – Distance Dating works, 18:51 - Keeping it exciting, 24:05 – What happened in January?, 3300 – Being physically together for a long time, 39:10 – Compromises when dating multicultural, 51:00 – Future Plans, 57:10 – Supporting Long Distance Couples – eBook and Blog, 1:05:30 - Their Advice  

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Feb 28, 202201:10:38
S02/EP19 - Carolyn & Telwin, About Arranged Marriages And Stereotypes
Feb 18, 202201:35:12
S02/EP10 - Sierra & Tewabe, Respect Each Other's Culture

S02/EP10 - Sierra & Tewabe, Respect Each Other's Culture

Meet Sierra (US) and Tewabe (Ethiopia)  

Sierra and Tewabe met End of 2017 in Ethiopia,  Sierra helped with excavations at the Sudanese border as part of her archaeology studies [9:51].   Tewabe was part of the group of the Ethiopian students and this is how they started working together and digging in the dirt - as they describe it. After some time they started communicating and became friends first. Even though Tewabes English was only OK, they had profound conversations.  

Their story underlines how different communication can be between different cultures [40:30]. For example, the two would almost not have become a couple if Tewabe hadn't put all his courage together.  Between 2018 and 2019, Sierra took every opportunity to visit the country again, to get to know the culture even better and finally to get to know most of Tewabe's family [34:43]. If you listen to her, it soon becomes clear how much she loves Ethiopia and that she appreciates and respects its culture.   

We also talk about the first meeting with Tewabe's parents and why Sierra felt so welcomed. We respect both of them a lot, Tewabe moved to the US in 2020 without ever visiting the country [46:16]. Although they couldn't attend the wedding, Tewabe is fully supported by his strictly religious parents. He left his good and beloved job to build a life together with Sierra. The circumstances were not perfect, but they have big plans for the future [1:01:06].   If you'd like to know more about Sierra and Tewabe check out their Instagram-Account. IG Sierra & Tewabe: @sierra.ena.tewabe


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Feb 15, 202201:16:35
S02/EP33 - Sofie & Bismark, 1 year later - follow up
Dec 21, 202145:25
S02/EP32 - Elaine & Abe, About Blending 2 Families
Oct 19, 202154:47
S02/EP31 - Deliah & Roman, about Love Always Wins
Oct 19, 202101:41:11
S02/EP30 - Lubomira & Mohamed, about a story only life can write
Sep 21, 202101:16:24
S02/EP29 - Kristelle & Adrian, About Tinder And Growing Together
Sep 07, 202101:02:32
S02/EP28 - Cristin & Jophet, Healing Process And Meeting "The One"
Aug 28, 202153:49
S02/EP27 - Rita & Jesse, About Stubborn Optimism
Jul 27, 202101:46:14
S02/EP26 - Ammy & Ben, 3 words - I am here!
Jun 15, 202101:26:41
S02/EP25 - Yasmin & Shreyank, About Adjusting To a New Life
Jun 01, 202101:39:18
S02/EP24 - Silvia & Aiman, About A Travelling Paper & Yemen
May 18, 202101:53:26
S02/EP23 - Kaelynn & Dave, about feeling close on distance
May 04, 202101:00:20
S02/EP22 - Family and friends on distance
Apr 20, 202129:28
S02/EP21 - The 3 Stages Of Closing The Distance
Apr 06, 202101:14:25
S02/EP20 - Waziha & Taraz, About Dating Without Ever Seeing Each Other In Person
Mar 23, 202157:07
S02/EP18 - Cristin, Between Ghosting And Hope
Feb 23, 202101:18:50
S02/EP17 - Natasha, About Breakups & Self-Care
Feb 14, 202156:38
S02/EP16 - Juli & Mo, From Summer Love To Marriage

S02/EP16 - Juli & Mo, From Summer Love To Marriage

Meet Juli (Colombian) & Mo (German)

In this episode, we're going to talk about how Juli and Mo met [02:15]. Back in 2014 Mo was doing an internship in Barcelona (Spain) and Juli was studying there. The night they met, neither wanted to go out. Juli wanted to spend a calm evening while Mo was about "to hit the feathers" as he is describing it. He even was wearing his PJs already.

It developed how it developed, and this is why both got convinced by friends to go into a club. And this is where their paths crossed. They will talk how a gum connected them and why Juli didn't like Mo in the beginning. There were misunderstandings from the very start already and the language was just one reason [09:22].

Throughout the whole episode we'll talk about cultural differences and stereotypes. Mo and Juli give some valuable advice and are very open-minded when it comes to their age difference of six years. While they were dating on long distance, a few people gave the advice not to get into something serious. For a long time Juli even thought that this is just a "Summer Love". 

But it turned out to be so much more than that! [37:30] Mo was able to win her trust and to convince her into a serious relationship. They started to plan a life together and in 2016 they finally managed to close the distance. [1:07:23] Juli moved to Germany, and she hated it. Without speaking the language and knowing the culture, she suffered for at least two years. But as she is saying, "...you do those type of things for love!" she managed to overcome the hurdle with Mo supporting her.

Eventually they were able to move to a bigger flat, Juli learned German and started her Ph.D. while working in a factory to support financial wise while Mo was working three jobs. She considered moving back home twice, packed her things for Mo to unpack them again [58:33:53]. Being in a multicultural relationship and living in another country is challenging, but not impossible if both are fully committed. This is one of many messages they'll share. 

If you'd like to know more about Juli and Mo don't hesitate to contact them. They're both trained coaches and are specialized on multicultural relationship. The best way to reach them is trough Instagram.

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Feb 09, 202102:05:05
S02/EP15 - Varsha, communication & taking the relationship to the next level

S02/EP15 - Varsha, communication & taking the relationship to the next level

"Relationships are not black and white they are about the gray area, forever. Being willing to live in the gray area will just strengthen you and strengthen the relationship." [19:20]

This is a quote from Varsha we can relate to so much. 

Varsha is a relationship coach. We talked about so many important topics that we want to share with you in this episode. A multicultural relationship is about stepping out of your comfort zone on a regular basis to grow together [19:44].

Throughout the episode, we discuss the topic of communication [03:49]. Why communication is essential and how to communicate properly but also what the five love languages you will hear in our little mini-session [28:30]. Learn where and how a coach can support you in several areas and what else you can do to support yourself [50:00].

We were able to take away some tips for us from this conversation and hope that this episode can also inspire you to take the next step or to see things from a different perspective. As always, you are welcome to contact us or our guest Varsha directly. We would have loved to talk to her longer, but that would definitely have been beyond the scope of this show. 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/coachingbyvarsha/

Website: https://coachingbyvarsha.com/

Recommendations

Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus - John Gray

The 5 Love Languages - Gary Chapman

The power of now - Eckhart Tolle


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Jan 26, 202143:46
S02/EP14 - Shahana & Hari, About Monkhood & The Energy Between Two People

S02/EP14 - Shahana & Hari, About Monkhood & The Energy Between Two People

Meet Shahana (English) & Hari (American-Indian)

When recording this episode, end of 2020 Shahana and Hari were reunited in England and quarantining together after being apart for 10 months. They suddenly spent 24/7 together in a small cottage. Hari is describing how much he is enjoying the little things right now [03:20] such as cooking for her.

We also talked of how they met each other. Back in 2017, when Hari was still a monk - they saw each other for the first time in a temple in Germany. Even though if it was not common talking to women as a monk, just if they are providing some sort of service as Hari describes it - he started talking to her [08:10]. Instantly they both felt this energy and when Shahana returned home she instantly sent him a friendship request on Facebook - which was rejected by Hari. He was afraid that Shahana might cost him his monkhood [08:45].

Shahana then would visit the temple again in 2018 thinking, that he just does not like her. While he was hoping Shahana might show up as a single woman. But also in that year, both tried to avoid each other, even though there was still this sparkle[12:17].

It is only when Hari gives up being a monk that an incredibly romantic love story begins [15:00]. When deciding to quit, he consulted his mentor to ask for advice. The next thing he remembers was sending a Facebook request to Shahana. Since 2019 they are a couple and things develop fast. Shahana met Hari's family in India, and they approved for the next step [17:23].

Seeing both of them together while recording this episode was emotional and energizing. This episode in general is full of love. Did you feel the same way? We are looking forward to your feedback.

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Jan 12, 202143:06
S02/EP13 - Jessica & Abhishek, Living In India - Raising A Multicultural Family

S02/EP13 - Jessica & Abhishek, Living In India - Raising A Multicultural Family

Dec 29, 202041:53
S02/EP12 - Colleen & Ankit, Personal Growth In An LDR

S02/EP12 - Colleen & Ankit, Personal Growth In An LDR

Meet Colleen (US, living in France) & Ankit (India, living in Canada)

Colleen and Ankit met at work in Boston. For Colleen it was obvious from the beginning that she would like to get to know him better. Ankit, however, did not realize various attempts by Colleen as such [07:09], so she had to take the initiative and asked Ankit for a date.

This date, according to him, did not go as planned. But Ankit eventually only enchanted Colleen more, so the two began dating shortly before Colleen had to move to Chicago just a few weeks after their first date. And that was the start of the long distance relationship [09:11].

Currently, the two are being separated by 5,600 KM, as Colleen moved to Paris in August 2019. Ankit currently lives in Montreal, Canada. 

They tell us how and why important it is to pursue one's personal goals [22:44] to then be able to focus on the common goal.

The next year holds some exciting milestones for both of them [41:17]. In September 2021 the American-Indian wedding is coming up.

In addition, Colleen talks about what was the deciding moment for her that Ankit is the right one for her [34:36]. We also learn how this wonderful couple deals with the distance. 

To share their experiences as well as give hope to other LDR couples, Ankit and Colleen host a podcast - the LDR Podcast. Here they talk to specialists about topics that the LDR community is moved by, and they also share some personal stories.

IG The LDR Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/theldrpodcast/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xYq3zMjAlB69g3NW70jja

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ldr-podcast/id1528302592 

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Dec 15, 202001:01:07
S02/EP11 - Jazz & Tuomas, How To Prepare For The Move & Doubts In The Relationship

S02/EP11 - Jazz & Tuomas, How To Prepare For The Move & Doubts In The Relationship

Meet Jazz (US) and Tuomas (Finland)

Jazz just moved to Finland and tells us how she felt the last days in her home country and how she prepared herself for the big step. Jazz and Tuomas met each other online while playing Pokémon [11:40]. They were friends for about 1 year before the friendship turned into something serious. 

Jazz explains that she had the feeling that Tuomas will reveal his love and that she consciously did not take his call as she was afraid that something would change between them. And indeed - something changed!

From there on things only got better. Jazz explains what she had to consider in preparation for her emigration to Finland [6:14] and how she will support other couples who will have similar experiences. She has spent the last few months on working on a binder set and a workbook to help other couples prepare as good as possible for the step of closing the distance [29:29]. 

In this episode we also talk about a topic that is often avoided, which is that it is quite natural to question the relationship [41:04]. 

Make sure to check out the free guide for closing the distance as well as the workbook. If you are about to close the distance the CTD Binder Set will help you to have everything in order and feel fully prepared.

IG Jazz: https://www.instagram.com/jazzupyourwanderlust/

Free Guide for closing the distance: https://jazzupyourwanderlust.com/closing-the-distance-the-ultimate-guide/

Free Workbook: https://jazzupyourwanderlust.com/ldr-discussions/

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Dec 01, 202047:24
S02/EP09 - Sofie & Bismark, Between Two Cultures & Working On A Bigger Goal

S02/EP09 - Sofie & Bismark, Between Two Cultures & Working On A Bigger Goal

Meet Sofie (Denmark) and Bismark (Ghana)  They met each other in Ghana when Sofie did an exchange. Dating someone was the last thing she thought was going to happen. Even for Bismark, dating an exchange-student was out of the question until he saw Sofie for the first time. He somehow managed to wrap her into a conversation.   

In general, he put a lot of effort to show her that he is really interested in getting to know her better. Sofie on the other hand did not seem to have much interest in him, at least this is what Bismark thought.  One night they went out for dancing with a group of people and this is when Sofie suddenly grabed Bismark and kissed him.   

Unfortunately, they had to say goodbye a while after, since Sofie had to finish her program in another city. They agreed to see each other in Germany again, 4 weeks later. He couldn't wait that long. So 1 day before Sofie's program was about to finish, he decided to take a bus to see her - even though Bismark had to study for a very important exam coming soon. He got up early and drove 5 hours to the beach resort just to surprise Sofie and to spend 2 hours with her. This is how he convinced her and this is when their love story started. As promised, Bismark flew to Europe a couple of weeks later, he got to know Sofies' family and learned more about her life.   

Cultural difference is also a topic we are talking about with them. For Bismark it was a big step to meet Sofie's parents. "Normally you would work your way up and get to know the parents of your partner last, but not in our case". In October, they were reunited as Sofie flew back to Ghana. They are living together in their first flat as a trial to see how things work out.   For the future, both of them have big goals. Sofie will be a doctor, while Bismark is a doctor already, and they're both looking forward to start their life in Denmark. This requires a lot of effort, and it's also an investment, as getting the visa is quite expensive. But as many LD-couples they also have a plan B.  A bigger cause they're both working on is their "Mitral Foundation", an NGO that's focused on child health and community development in rural Ghana.  

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Nov 03, 202001:11:48