International Love Story
By Christina Korf & Ignacio Lagos Ruiz
International Love StoryMay 01, 2024
# 71 Colleen and Miguel, How An American & Peruvian Couple finally closed the Distance
Meet Miguel, from Peru, and Colleen, from the U.S., who first crossed paths in a bustling Barcelona hostel. Their connection, sparked amidst travel and fleeting moments, evolved from a deep friendship into a profound intercultural love.
This episode reveals how Miguel and Colleen navigated the complexities of a long-distance relationship marked by cultural discoveries and significant challenges. From their initial meeting in Europe to making a life together in Peru, they share their unique insights into overcoming the hurdles of immigration, the nuances of blending American and Peruvian traditions, and the emotional landscape of building a future together.
Listen as they discuss the emotional turning point during the pandemic, which solidified their decision to marry and settle in Peru, and their ongoing plans to move back to the U.S. Miguel and Colleen's story is a testament to the power of love, patience, and the joy of finding home in another person across the globe.
Moved or Moving Abroad? - Join here: Love and Confidence Across Cultures
My guest: Colleen
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#70 Urmi - Arranged Marriage, Child Brides, and the Fight for Gender Equality
# 69 We moved to Argentina - our new chapter, Q&A
We've relocated to Argentina and we're here to spill all the details! Join us as we share our whirlwind of emotions over the past few weeks. From Nacho securing his German citizenship to our decision to leave it all behind - selling furniture, packing our bags, and setting course for Buenos Aires. In this episode, we'll dive into how it all felt, the reasons behind our move, and give you a sneak peek into what our future holds. Stay tuned!
YOUR STORY: Share your story here: https://forms.gle/caT8Uh28cLPCrQyHA Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com Leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review 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] - Introduction [00:00:15] - Getting German Citizenship [00:01:00] - Living Outside of Argentina for 9 Years [00:05:00] - Why Move to Argentina? [00:10:00] - German Language Skills [00:15:00] - Working as Freelancers [00:20:00] - Cultural Adaptation [00:25:00] - Feeling Welcomed in Argentina
# 68 Iliana and Ryan, From an Awkward First Date to a Nomadic Power Couple
My guest: Iliana
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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
# 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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[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
# 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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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
# 65 Sarah, Making Friends Abroad and Maintaining Connections with Old Friends at Home
This episode is all about the journey of making friends in a new country. It's like dating, but with the added challenge of different cultures, languages, and new places. Sarah, a friendship coach, shares easy ways to meet people and keep friendships strong overseas. She talks about the need to reach out first, giving tips to fight feeling lonely and make real friends. Her move from Germany to the UK shows how sticking with it and growing personally can help you find your community away from home. YOUR STORY: Share your story here: https://forms.gle/caT8Uh28cLPCrQyHA Email: internationallovestorypodcast@gmail.com Leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@international.love.story ______________________________ [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:11] Who is Sarah [00:03:14] Challenge of making friends abroad [00:16:07] Advice on making friends abroad [00:21:57] Change in friendships [00:29:00] Open communication with friends abroad [00:41:17] How to connect with Sarah
# 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.
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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
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# 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
# 62 Surbhi and Dario, East Meets West, An Indian-Italian Love Story Unfolds Unexpectedly
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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
# 61 Anke and André, From Cooking Class to Building a Family
Meet Anke (Germany) and André (Brazil). Their German-Brazilian relationship journey. They discuss the excitement and challenges of blending cultures, adapting to life in Germany, and overcoming language barriers. Their love story, originating from a cooking class, unfolds into a life filled with diverse traditions and a unique family dynamic, providing a realistic look at intercultural relationships.
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00:00 – Intro 01:02 – Who are Anke and André
13:00 – Bonding Phase 19:00 – Language and Communication 25:00 – The Wedding 32:00 – Future Plans
35:40 – Advice 42:20 – Outro
# 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
# 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.
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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
# 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!
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# 57 Brune and Mahmood, Crossing a Desert for Love - From Yemen to Oman to France
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.
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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
# 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
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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
# 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/
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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
#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/
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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
#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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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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S03/EP08 - Zuzana (Czechia) in Zambia, Stereotypes - Living in Zambia
Meet Zuzana. She moved to Africa with her ex-husband 12 years ago [02:12]. Today she lives in Zambia with her husband Chris and their child. We talk about why she fell in love with Zambia [12:15], how she met Chris [09:59] and why there are stereotypes on both sides [48:15]. We also learn why Zuzana only learned to have a healthy relationship thanks to Chris. As always, advice is shared at the end of the episode [39:44]. Learn more about Zuzana here: IG - https://www.instagram.com/zuzana_mukumayi/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZuzanaMukumayiFilipov- 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
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
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
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
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
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/
Read their story here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CL58OqllPab/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
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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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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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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S02/EP19 - Carolyn & Telwin, About Arranged Marriages And Stereotypes
Meet Carolyn (American) and Telwin (Indian)
Carolyn and Telwin met through a dating app. In fact, it wasn't supposed to come to a match at all. Telwin was looking for a serious relationship and was specifically looking for a partner for life with an Indian background [03:18]. Nevertheless, the paths of the two crossed and their relationship initially started as a friendship. However, this friendship quickly turned into a serious relationship, which lead into a marriage just eight months later [50:28].
Listen to why they had to keep the relationship as a secret for a while and with which stereotypes they had to deal with. Carolyn and Telwin talk about arranged marriages and share their first-hand experiences [23:17]. They tell us how a small misunderstanding just before the wedding led to a scandal. From the start of their relationship they had to clarify what they expect from each other and where they stand as a couple.
If you'd like to know more about their story, make sure to check out their YouTube-Channel or connect with them directly.
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfKWHgdzvCM
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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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S02/EP33 - Sofie & Bismark, 1 year later - follow up
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. But Bismark put a lot of effort to get to know her. And it worked! One year after interviewing them for the podcast, I got the chance to chat with them again. Both are working hard on their professional career and on their relationship. Dating on distance - it takes time and a lot of patient. Both are getting closer to their goal of growing their foundation. Their bigger cause: Mitral Foundation - an NGO that's focused on child health in Ghana.
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S02/EP32 - Elaine & Abe, About Blending 2 Families
Meet Elaine (American) & Abe (American)
Elaine and Abe know each other since their childhood without even really taking notice of each other. It took several years and a Facebook message for them to cross paths again.
Once they got in contact again, there was this strong connection [32:00]. From this on, they knew, that they want to spend the rest of their lives together. Abe is living in Texas, Elaine's life takes place in California. Despite the distance, they moved forward and got married.
Nowadays, they managed to blend their families. They both have kids, that's why the focus of their lives still takes place permanently in two different states. But they have big plans for their future [39:43].
IG : https://www.instagram.com/commutermarriagesupport/
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S02/EP31 - Deliah & Roman, about Love Always Wins
Meet Deliah (Ugandan) & Roman (German)
Roman and Deliah met through an app in April last year. She was in Uganda at the time, but was able to change the app's search circle. Therefore, she also had to make the first move and texted Roman. Although Roman initially had the impression that this was a scam, he decided to write back.
Since then, the two have been inseparable.
In this episode, you will find out what it was like for both of them to see each other in person for the first time after 7 months of long-distance relationship. We also talk about their biggest hurdles during their relationship and how Roman and Deliah picture their future.
I'm excited to see what the future holds for both of them, and I'm glad to have met such a power couple.
IG : https://www.instagram.com/thetravelswirl/
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S02/EP30 - Lubomira & Mohamed, about a story only life can write
Meet Lubomira (Slovak) & Mohamed (Egyptian)
Lubomira studied journalism in Slovakia and was quite a workaholic when her friends convinced her to go on vacation with them. She agreed and in September 2009 they went to Egypt. Little did she know, that this trip is going to change her life.
Listen to how Lubomira and Mohamed met [04:07] and why they kept their relationship and their marriage as a secret for 4 years [22:15]. Their story is a story only life can write. They went from long-distance-dating, to long-distance-marriage to having a family in just less than 5 years.
They moved in together, build a life in Slovakia until they got shocking news in May 2019. Why they had to leave Slovakia, how they came up with a plan B and how it is to raise a family under different circumstances than expected [44:37] are just a few topics we are going to talk about in this episode.
IG Lubomira: https://www.instagram.com/lubomira_mohamady/
FB Lubomira: https://www.facebook.com/Lubomira-Mohamady-101155382005779/
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S02/EP29 - Kristelle & Adrian, About Tinder And Growing Together
Meet Kristelle (Lebanese living in Miami) & Adrian (Venezuelan living in Miami)
In this episode Nacho and I are finally catching up with our beautiful friends. Their story started almost the same way ours did - TINDER! KB (Kristelle) and Adrian met in 2014 [01:22] right after KB arrived in the US. From there on everything went quite fast [07:11].
Listen to why she was attracted to him [14:51] and how both were moving forward after their first "romantic" date. Believe it or not - there are also positive aspects on dating on distance [08:50]. If it hadn't been because of the distance, Adrian for instance wouldn't have pushed himself to where he is nowadays: A talented all-rounder who never loses his sight.
Today they're both working very hard on their goals. In the end of this episode [58:49] they share valuable advice with us.
Follow both on their journey.
IG KB: https://www.instagram.com/fromkbwithlove/
Website KB: https://kristelleboulos.com/
IG Adrian: https://www.instagram.com/adrian/
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S02/EP28 - Cristin & Jophet, Healing Process And Meeting "The One"
Meet Cristin (Filipino living in Canada) & Jophet (Filipino living in the Philippines)
Today I'm catching up with Cristin. Since the last time we spoke (you might want to listen to EP18) a bunch of things happened in her life. From being ghosted to "Meeting the One" [09:31].
In December 2020 she met Jophet online. They started chatting but eventually became serious quite soon. Without ever seeing each other they managed to meet during the pandemic [17:20].
We talk about life, trust and faith. Both, Cristin and Jophet, are planning their next steps as a couple and are looking forward their future together.
If you'd like to know more about Cristin don't hesitate to contact her.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/cristingapasin/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/cristincares
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S02/EP27 - Rita & Jesse, About Stubborn Optimism
Meet Rita (Cambodia) and Jesse (Hawaii)
Rita and Jesse met in 2015 while studying in Sweden. It was not love at first sight [04:27]. It was only shortly before New Year's Eve that the two of them got closer. The perfect kiss - And the perfect first kiss for Rita. At that time it was not yet clear whether it would be a summer love or if something more would develop from this kiss. Shortly before their ways should separate again, both decided for a long-distance relationship [30:47]. It was not always easy, also from a financial point of view hurdles had to be taken [58:05]. Today, Rita and Jesse live in Germany. Whether Germany remains only a station, how they have overcome the hurdles together as a couple and what advice they would like to give others on the way, you can listen to here.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/withyouifly/
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S02/EP26 - Ammy & Ben, 3 words - I am here!
Meet Ammy (South Indian) and Ben (South Korean)
Ammy and Ben met online [13:08]. We talk about why the two met at the perfect time and why three words were enough to make her believe in love again. We also talk about Indian traditions and arranged marriages [54:00]. Ammy has swum against the current her whole life and struggled with depression for several years [22:07]. Today she has found a way to communicate and is looking forward to her future. A strong woman who speaks out under difficult circumstances and stands by who she is - that's Ammy and I'm glad I had the chance to meet her.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/foodieammy101/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FaAk3rH4IA
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S02/EP25 - Yasmin & Shreyank, About Adjusting To a New Life
Meet Yasmin (Italian) and Shreyank (Indian)
Yasmin was working in India for an internship when she met Shreyank online. Her plan was to stay just for 3 months, but this changed. The cover picture of this episode shows them on their first date [4:16]. Their first date was not at all what they have expected. Shreyank was nervous and was talking way too much while she was trying to act cool. But even though, they decided to try it again and met for a second date to have some Chai together. After a long distance relationship, she managed to move to India. But destiny had other plans for them [39:43]. Listen to how they are dealing with several challenges in their relationship and why they decided to grow together on neutral ground. "There is no perfect relationship" as Shreyank will explain describes this episode pretty well [13:54].
IG: https://www.instagram.com/themasala_inthestory/
Blog: https://www.themasalainthestory.com/en/lo-stereotipo-dellingegnere-indiano/
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S02/EP24 - Silvia & Aiman, About A Travelling Paper & Yemen
Meet Silvia (Spanish) and Aiman (Yemenis)
Silvia describes herself as a Chameleon. Her open nature and her way of dealing with certain things inspired me and made me think a lot even after our conversation. So we did not only talk about her love story [26:20] but also about how she perceives the situation in Yemen [1:03:22]. Yemen has been in a civil war since 2014. Silvia and her husband Aiman are talking regularly about the current situation in his home country. Despite all challenges, they have managed to organize all the papers for the wedding in just a few weeks [43:10]. A friend of theirs was able to smuggle the marriage papers to Yemen to get the certifications. I know how difficult paperwork in an intercultural relationship can be, but this really tops everything. I would have loved to continue talking to Silvia - a strong woman, a colourful chameleon, a person who goes through life optimistic and is full of life.
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About Yemen: https://www.instagram.com/yemenusedtobe/
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S02/EP23 - Kaelynn & Dave, about feeling close on distance
Meet Kaelynn (Canadian) and Dave (American)
Dating on distance does not mean that you can not feel close to each other. When being in an LDR people around you wonder "How does it work?" and quite often you hear "I could never do this!". But when you have found your significant other it works! Kaelynn and Dave are an example of how you can keep your relationship interesting by staying open-minded and being creative. In this episode they will share with you how their date nights look like [24:03]. We are also talking about how they have met [04:09] and where they see each other in the future[43:33].
Make sure to listen to them to get inspired for your next date on distance.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/longdistancedateideas/
Website: https://longdistancedates.com/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longdistancedateideas?lang=en
Linktr.ee Panka: https://linktr.ee/usatohungary
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S02/EP22 - Family and friends on distance
Living abroad can be difficult. There is this constant fear that something bad might happen back home. Especially right now, some of you might feel helpless. We would like to give you advice on how to handle a situation like that. After recording this episode, we were left with many questions as well. What we think is important is a constant communication, to share your feelings and thoughts - on both ends. And this is exactly what you will listen to in this episode. We are sharing our emotions in an uncut and raw conversation.
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S02/EP21 - The 3 Stages Of Closing The Distance
Together with Panka (@Usatohungary) and Jazz (@Jazzupyourwanderlust) we talk about what it's like to close the distance.
For couples who are dating on distance, this is their ultimate goal.
In this episode, we'll look at it from two perspectives:
- One is the person welcoming the significant other
- The other is the person crossing an ocean for their partner.
How does one prepare for such a big step? And how does it feel?
On our own experience, we can say that it is one of the best feelings. But there'll still be many challenges waiting for you. How to manage them and other tips we have for you are answered in this episode.
IG Jazz: https://www.instagram.com/jazzupyourwanderlust/
IG Panka: https://www.instagram.com/usatohungary/
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S02/EP20 - Waziha & Taraz, About Dating Without Ever Seeing Each Other In Person
Meet Waziha (Bangladeshi) and Taraz (Bangladeshi)
They met on Tinder, but have never seen each other in person.
We talk about how a relationship can be built over such a distance and why it works [29:04]. Both are extremely attracted to each other and often talk about how the first meeting will be. Since Taraz and Waziha have been a couple, Waziha has become an expert in Photoshop. To imagine how they look next to each other, she edits photos with Taraz's ex-girlfriend. They also share tips on how to feel close to each other and talk about how they argue with each other at a distance [49:56].
It has been great to talk to them and to see how they are growing together on distance. Honestly it is difficult to believe that such a strong bond can be build under such circumstances. Make sure to check them out and ask them anything. Both are super open-minded and are looking forward to share some more advice with you.
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S02/EP18 - Cristin, Between Ghosting And Hope
Meet Cristin (Filipino living in Canada)
Cristin is a strong woman sharing her story and what experience she made when dating on distance. This episode is going to be quite emotional as she is going to talk about her last relationship.
Long distance was always a topic in her life. It started when she moved in young ages and had a distance friendship with her best friend [06:22]. She is used to communicating via FaceTime and social media, but her last boyfriend left her heartbroken.
How she felt and what exactly happened will be part of our conversation as well. But as a strong person, Cristin is not giving up! She still believes in love and in distance relationships.
We will also talk about breakups on distance and how to move on afterwards [29:25]. Being ghosted will be a major part of this episode as well [47:27].
If you'd like to know more about Cristin don't hesitate to contact her.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/cristingapasin/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/cristincares
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S02/EP17 - Natasha, About Breakups & Self-Care
In this episode, Tina talks to Natasha. Natasha is a breakup and reinvention coach specialized in helping women to have amazing relationships.
If you are just coming out of a painful relationship, or you are considering to breakup: Listening to this episode might trigger you. But it might also help you to take the next steps and to understand your feelings.
Every human being is dealing with specific circumstances in their own way. If you feel you have reached a dead-end, try to ask for help and most importantly take care of yourself. Especially when being vulnerable, we tend to place ourselves in a corner where we do not belong.
Listen to how to take care of yourself [08:22], how and when to ask for help [13:29] and how to find a fulfilling relationship [25:43].
Another topic that triggered Tina (as she is experiencing it herself) is why and how toxic parent struggle impacts your choice of partner [45:39].
If you are considering professional help, you are welcome to contact Natasha.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/natasha_marie_coaching/
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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.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebardtalvarezfamily/
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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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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.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/voyageoftwosouls/
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S02/EP13 - Jessica & Abhishek, Living In India - Raising A Multicultural Family
Meet Jessica (American living in India) & Abhishek (Indian)
Jessica and Abhishek met in 2008 in the US through mutual friends. From there on their journey started. Since 2016 they are living together with their two kids in India [17:39].
Not only did we talk about how they met [01:45] but also about their India-American wedding [08:49] and how they navigate through this crazy times when COVID limits the life of so many [25:59].
You will also learn why Jessica and Abhishek are an inspiration for us and what exactly they do to make the world we live in a better one [31:20]. Learn what it takes to raise a multicultural family [22:17] and what ingredients are needed to remain a healthy relationship [29:49]
If you have questions for Jessica and Abhishek or if you would like to learn more about their life or their non-profit organization, just contact them. We highly recommend listening to their podcast as well!
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