This Expat Life

Amanda Maxime
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While life abroad is often amazing, it is not only rainbows & butterflies - as all experienced expats very well know. From the pleasures of drinking from fresh coconuts to dealing with a personal crisis, This Expat Life opens up space for all facets of life abroad. And more importantly: what you can do to thrive in it.Certified coach, former diplomat and forever globetrotter Amanda Molenaar dives into the good, the bad & the ugly of expat life. Expect hands-on tips, deep dives, and relatable stories by fellow expats. Whether you're about to take off on your first international adventure or have been repatted already: This Expat Life is your place to find real understanding and to grow from the inside out.Find more about Amanda and her programs here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com.

  1. 23 MIN. GELEDEN

    #101 How to not feel lonely when you arrive somewhere new

    In this episode, I’m answering a question I recently received while I was in Mexico City: how do you not feel lonely when you arrive somewhere new on your own? It’s such a real question - and if you’ve ever moved abroad, even temporarily, you’ve probably felt this too. I’ve experienced this many times myself, arriving in a new city without knowing anyone. And while I genuinely enjoy my own company, I also know that connection is essential for me to feel good and grounded. So in this episode, I’m sharing the three things I personally do every time I land somewhere new to meet people and build meaningful connections (well - tip #3 is dependent on something else 👀). Want to get more tips? Go to episode #1 for the full list of how to make friends and build a community abroad! Links & Resources: 📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime 💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com 🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com

    13 min.
  2. #100! A personal conversation on outgrowing places, letting go, and following your inner compass

    30 MRT

    #100! A personal conversation on outgrowing places, letting go, and following your inner compass

    And then you’ve reached episode 100, wow! To celebrate this special episode, for the first time ever, I’m the one being interviewed on my own podcast 👀 Tune in to hear how my dear friend Coco Hofs (one of the very first guests on the show) interviews me and asks me some deep questions that really made me think - I had told her that nothing was off topic. In this episode you’ll get honest reflections on what it means to live a global life, making space for the new, and staying true to yourself wherever you go.  And if you are a long time listener of the show.. THANK YOU! It means a lot that you are here, listening to the episodes, sharing what my words brought up for you. We are growing our community of heart-led expats and I’m so happy and grateful that you are part of it. If you want to say something about this episode, your favorite episode so far, or the show in general, I’d love to hear! Send me a DM on Instagram at @amandamaxime, or email me anytime at info@amandamaximecoaching.com.

    46 min.
  3. #99 When a decision stops weighing on you (+ sharing my own!)

    17 MRT

    #99 When a decision stops weighing on you (+ sharing my own!)

    There’s something about when a decision has actually been made. Not just knowing what you want… But actually committing to it and taking the first steps. The weight that will be lifted is huge! In this episode of This Expat Life, I share what it felt like to return to The Hague knowing I’m closing this chapter and starting a new one soon - and how different everything feels when you’re no longer stuck in indecision. I talk about the expat waiting room - that in-between phase where life feels “fine,” but something deeper isn’t aligned. A place many expats stay longer than they intend, waiting for clarity that never comes from overthinking. If you’ve been going back and forth on your next move, this episode will help you understand why it feels so heavy - and what shifts when you finally choose. Because clarity doesn’t come from waiting. It comes from deciding. And yes, I’m also sharing what I actually decided for my own next chapter! Listen to know where I’m going 👀 And crave that clarity too? You’re going to love my new mini program Runway: a 2-week intensive where we’re going to work together on lifting that fog and creating more clarity on what’s next for you. A concise, sweet & short program with 2 live trainings, a hot seat coaching call and a private WhatsApp group for answers to your questions. An ideal way to work with me if you aren’t ready for The Co-Pilot or 1:1 coaching! We start on March 30th, replays available if you can’t make it live. Right now the investment is just €88 - but it’s gradually going up to €197. So make sure to join now! Links & Resources: 📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime 💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com 🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com

    1 u 47 m
  4. #98 The 3 things I say to myself to stay my course after a decision

    10 FEB

    #98 The 3 things I say to myself to stay my course after a decision

    There’s a phase in expat life I see again and again - and I’ve lived in it myself. It’s that in-between space where you know something needs to change, but you don’t yet know what or where. So you wait. You overthink. You pause your life just a little… until weeks turn into months, and sometimes even years. Inside my world we call this the expat waiting room. And sometimes, you do get clarity and know what is the right decision for you now. But how do you stay your course when doubts come up? When others question your choices? When you are presented with other options? And how do you actually get moving to open a new door? In this solo episode of This Expat Life, I share 3 things I say to myself that have really helped me to keep my eyes on the ball, maintain my confidence, and stay in action. Sometimes you don’t need deeper insights into yourself - you need a super practical easy tool to implement what you already know. Those 3 things are that for me. And by the way, that’s also exactly what you’re getting inside The Co-Pilot: proven, powerful coaching exercises that give you deep insights about yourself and your decisions - as well as practical tools and tips to apply what you’re learning, in the context of your busy global life. I’d love to hear what resonates with you. Send me a DM on Instagram at @amandamaxime, or email me anytime at info@amandamaximecoaching.com. Links & Resources: 📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime 💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com ✈️ Join The Co-Pilot: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot 🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com

    53 min.
  5. #97 Navigating expat life decisions as a couple, with Wiebke Anton

    5 FEB

    #97 Navigating expat life decisions as a couple, with Wiebke Anton

    What if you’re navigating an expat life decision… But you’re not doing that alone? In this episode of This Expat Life, I sit down with Wiebke Anton, a relationship coach who works specifically with expat couples and internationally mobile professionals. Together, we explore what really happens beneath the surface when couples are navigating moves, repatriation, career sacrifices, and the unspoken fear that one decision could change everything forever. We talk about why decision-making often feels heavier abroad, how power imbalances quietly show up in expat relationships, and why avoiding difficult conversations can slowly create distance - even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. We also dive into how perfectionism, fear of irreversibility, and the pressure to “make it work” can prevent couples from having honest, connecting conversations. If you’re in a relationship and navigating big expat life decisions - whether you’re moving together, meeting abroad, or feeling stuck between options - this episode will help you feel less alone and more empowered to talk about what truly matters. We’d love to hear what resonates for you! And want to join the workshop we are talking about in this episode? Join The Co-Pilot! The Co-Pilot is where you leave the expat waiting room and transform your overthinking into a solid next chapter of your global life. And when you join now, you get access to the live workshop (and the replay) by Wiebke, so you can navigate your decisions alongside your partner. Board here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot Links & Resources: 📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime 💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com ✈️ Join The Co-Pilot: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot 🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com

    39 min.
  6. #96 My 3 goals and a big decision for 2026!

    8 JAN

    #96 My 3 goals and a big decision for 2026!

    The start of a new year is always very exciting to me as I set 3 big goals for the year that I can't wait to work on. But sitting here in Mexico City, beginning 2026 far away from my usual routines, I’ve been reflecting deeply on what this new chapter is asking of me - and what I’m finally ready to let go of. In this episode of This Expat Life, I share my three personal goals for 2026 and the intention behind them - not as resolutions to tick off, but as identities I’m consciously stepping into. I talk about why I choose ambitious goals that stretch me beyond what feels “realistic,” how I use goals as mirrors for who I’m becoming, and what it means to commit even when doubt is still present. I also open up about a big decision I made toward the end of last year - a decision that came after years of waiting, negotiating with myself, and hoping external circumstances would make things clearer. I share what finally helped me move from being frozen to taking responsibility for my next chapter, even without knowing exactly how it will unfold. This episode is for you if you’re entering a new year feeling both excited and unsettled… if you know something needs to change but you don’t yet have the full plan… or if you’re learning how to trust yourself enough to move before certainty arrives. Sometimes clarity doesn’t come before the decision - it comes BECAUSE you made one. If this resonates with you, I’d love to hear your reflections. Send me a DM on Instagram at @amandamaxime, or email me at info@amandamaximecoaching.com. Links & Resources:  📸 Connect with me on Instagram: @amandamaxime   💌 Share your reflections with me: info@amandamaximecoaching.com  🌐 More at: amandamaximecoaching.com

    1 u 3 m
  7. #95 Part 2 - Getting ready for the New Year - 12 questions to set yourself up for a great 2026

    29-12-2025

    #95 Part 2 - Getting ready for the New Year - 12 questions to set yourself up for a great 2026

    How can you make this year different from the last?  I’m always incredibly intentional about how I want to start the new year, so that I can ensure my continuous growth and avoid autopilot mode. Many set new year’s resolutions, but these are designed to fail. In this episode I share 12 questions that will help you set your priorities and see how you can stay your course throughout the year. And prefer to turn your answers into concrete results? These are the last days that doors to The Space are open, your DIY solo retreat to start 2026 with clarity, direction and momentum! The Space includes the exact same tools & approaches that I use myself every December to lay down a super strong foundation for the next year. But hurry, as doors are closing and won't open until December next year! -- Prefer the 12 questions in written form? Leave your email address here and you will get them delivered to your inbox! https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/reflection-questions This episode is part 2 of a sequence. Go to episode #94 for part 1. Download the free tool The Wheel of Expat Live that I mentioned in the episode here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/wheel-expat-life

    43 min.
  8. #94 Part 1: Getting ready for the New Year - 12 questions for expats to reflect on 2025

    27-12-2025

    #94 Part 1: Getting ready for the New Year - 12 questions for expats to reflect on 2025

    Back by popular demand after I did this last year! Here are 12 reflection questions that help you make sense of your year, who you've become and what you want to bring forward (and let go of). I'm answering the same questions for myself and they are already bringing the insights 🔥 If you want to change something in your life - big or small - next year, you've got to make sure you have space for it.  Getting into the habit of regular reflection is a great way to be more intentional with your time & energy, especially if you are as future-oriented as me. It’s tempting to always look ahead to the next month, the next promotion, the next country - but there are powerful lessons in your past that can make your future even better. I'm sharing a personal intro first, then grab a notebook & pen, a cup of tea and let’s dive into it! Want the questions delivered to your inbox? Leave your email address here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/reflection-questions Eager for more? Then you'll LOVE my DIY solo retreat package The Space, exclusively designed for expats finishing up the year and wanting to start 2026 with confidence, direction and energy. Here you won't get just insightful questions but also powerful exercises & audios to do something with your answers.  The Space is a 2-day structure and doors close in a couple of days! And stay closed until December next year. But once you're in, you keep forever access - meaning you can do your own retreat whenever, wherever, and as often as you want :) Enjoy!

    44 min.
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While life abroad is often amazing, it is not only rainbows & butterflies - as all experienced expats very well know. From the pleasures of drinking from fresh coconuts to dealing with a personal crisis, This Expat Life opens up space for all facets of life abroad. And more importantly: what you can do to thrive in it.Certified coach, former diplomat and forever globetrotter Amanda Molenaar dives into the good, the bad & the ugly of expat life. Expect hands-on tips, deep dives, and relatable stories by fellow expats. Whether you're about to take off on your first international adventure or have been repatted already: This Expat Life is your place to find real understanding and to grow from the inside out.Find more about Amanda and her programs here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com.

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    Amanda Maxime
  • Jaren actief
    2023 - 2026
  • Afleveringen
    105
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    © Amanda Molenaar
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    This Expat Life

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