IWA Graz

It's good to be back!

And do we have some news for you! Listen closely because we have a really big announcement to share and can't wait to hear your thoughts about it! :)

In today's episode we reflect shortly on our summers and share updates on IWA events and things going on in Graz in next few weeks.

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In this short and sweet episode join Carol and Andrea as they share their plans for the summer and keep you updated on things going on in Graz this summer.

Enjoy some bonus content from our interview with Rachel Fox. 

If you are looking for a job (especially if you moved to a new town or country) or thinking about changing careers, this is an episode for you!!

After struggling to find information in her native language, Rachel Fox decided to take matters into her own hands. Her “I love Graz” blog is huge hit, as people search for guidance on childcare, financial advice, and where to find the best restaurants in town. Join us for the first of our two-part episode, as Rachel shares her own experiences living abroad and how she found the inspiration to reinvent herself.

On this episode of our IWA podcast, Carol interviews a member, and friend, of our sister organization, the AWA - International Women's Club in Vienna. Virginia Sheridan has lived in five different parts of the world on her life abroad journey. Listen in as she shares stories from her adventures, and gives great advice for those experiencing life outside of their home country.

In 2017, Carol used her one word for the year (listen to the "Throw Away Your Resolutions" episode :)) and followed it all the way to Spain. Join Andrea in this episode, as she asks Carol how her one word took her on the journey of a lifetime and taught her a few lessons along the way.

Do you know how many New Year’s resolutions fail every year? Are you tired of making lists every January, only to find that by the end of January, the list is thrown in the trash? Try something new this year and see how you can make a more positive impact on your 2022. Carol and Andrea walk you through a unique exercise that is sure to bring about different results in the new year. Give a listen to our first episode of 2022, and let us know if this “one word” gives you a new outlook.

From Cuba to Japan and everywhere in between, the IWA podcast team has a special episode on holiday traditions from around the world. Join Andrea and Carol and some of our IWA members as we share cultural, country, and family holiday traditions. Between tossing buckets of water out the door and lighting pudding on fire, this episode is sure to keep you intrigued and entertained!!

And from all of us here at the IWA podcast, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season!

Sources:

https://www.newsweek.com/10-weird-holiday-traditions-celebrated-around-world-757732

https://www.parcelforce.com/blog/need-to-know/unusual-holiday-traditions-around-the-world

https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/events/the-mummers-parade/

We know it’s probably overstated, but we’ll say it anyway… reflecting back on the previous year is always a great exercise to do before a new year begins. Join us in this episode as Carol walks you through four easy steps to reflect on the outgoing year. Find some quiet time, a pen and a piece of paper, and get ready to look back over 2021 with new perspective.

Part 2 of "Holiday Stress" brings practical tips for how you can manage the holiday season a little easier this year. Join Carol and Andrea as they continue the conversation and share more ways to have a stress-less holiday.

Helpful links:

https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-topics/av2118

https://www.health.com/mind-body/25-ways-to-fight-holiday-stress

https://www.claritychi.com/holiday-stress/

Austrian Emergency Numbers https://www.oesterreich.gv.at/en/themen/gesundheit_und_notfaelle/notrufnummern.html#%C3%96ffentliche

Holidays are coming! For many people, it really is "the most wonderful time of the year".

And in the same time, there are many things that can trigger holiday stress, such as: family drama, money, lockdown, preparation, shopping...

How to deal with all those things, what to do with your expectations and how to remind yourself what's really important? Join Carol and Andrea as they try to find answers through research, articles, and their personal stories.

Helpful links:

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/4-mindful-tips-to-destress-this-holiday-season

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress/art-20047544

https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-and-managing-holiday-stress-3145230

https://www.health.com/mind-body/25-ways-to-fight-holiday-stress

https://www.claritychi.com/holiday-stress/

Our fellow member Aza is sharing her experience of moving to Graz with small children, finding the Kindergarten, homeschooling.. And she also shares a lot of useful information about different activities for children in Graz.

Mag. Dr. Verena Radlingmayr is a holistic therapist with the background in law. In this interview, she will talk about how she combined those two skills, a bit about her take on anxiety among children and about her experience with the IWA.

Sara Crockett is the Publications Officer and the former President of the IWA. She's been living in Graz for 17 years now. In this interview she shares her experience of moving to Graz, learning the German language and finding her way around in a new environment.

The IWA President Sarah Hecht is sharing some details about our association - events, activities and groups. And she also shares her experience of moving to Graz.