Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad

Christine Job

Welcome to Flourish in the Foreign—a space where Black women embrace the unfamiliar and cultivate lives of intention, wellness, and depth. This isn't just a podcast about moving abroad. It's about living abroad with purpose, not as an escape, but as an opportunity to expand your horizons in every sense—financial, physical, mental, and spiritual. It's about creating a life that resonates with the fullness of who you are and the richness of the world around you. In each episode, Christine Job, your guide, fellow world traveler and immigrant, shares stories of Black women who've left the familiar behind and chosen to thrive in the foreign. These are women who, through migration, have carved out spaces of wellness and possibility in cities and countries far from home—seeking not just a change in location, but in lifestyle, mindset, and legacy. Flourish in the Foreign is an invitation—to embrace discomfort, to welcome transformation, to explore what it means to live well, and to move intentionally through the world, regardless of where you are. It's a journey of wellness outside of your cultural context that transcends borders. Christine's own journey, shaped by her life in Spain since 2017, is woven throughout this podcast, alongside the wisdom and stories of over 100 Black women who have built lives of meaning and wellness abroad. From the personal to the universal, Flourish in the Foreign offers a vision for what it means to move through the world as Black women, with grace, curiosity, and a clear vision of a life well lived. If you're yearning to move abroad, to build something deeper for yourself, or to simply live more intentionally in a world that often feels out of tune with your needs—this is the podcast for you. Remember: It's not about moving abroad. It's not about being abroad. It's about thriving abroad. It's about flourishing abroad. Go Abroad and Cultivate A Life Well-Lived Visit www.flourishintheforeign.com to connect with our community and follow us on social @flourishforeign.

  1. From the Bronx to Mozambique with Dione Peart

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    From the Bronx to Mozambique with Dione Peart

    Support for today’s episode comes from the Center for US Voters Abroad Foundation, a nonprofit, nonpartisan civic engagement organization that helps Americans living outside the U.S. vote via absentee ballot. Request your absentee ballot today using their tool here: https://usvotersabroad.org/podcast In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Dione Peart reflects on her journey to living in Mozambique. She shares how her childhood in New York ultimately led her to join the Peace Corps and what led her to extend her service. Dione also reflects on how migration has affected her identity, raising a multicultural child, navigating bias while building a business abroad, and how her wellness practices have been influenced by her life abroad. This Episode Covers: Growing Up in a Jamaican HouseholdJoining the Peace CorpsAdapting to Life in MozambiqueNavigating Identity and Privilege Abroad Intercultural Relationships and Family DynamicsRaising a Multicultural Child Balancing Work and Wellness   To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes   Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com)Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign)Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/)  Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations

    1h 5m
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  3. Navigating Career Development in Amsterdam with Keki Mwaba

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    Navigating Career Development in Amsterdam with Keki Mwaba

    In this episode, Keki Mwaba, based in Amsterdam, shares her inspiring journey from South Africa to the Netherlands. She discusses her academic background, career in HR and recruitment, and the challenges and successes she faced while transitioning between cultures and countries. Keki dives into her experiences working for major companies like Disney and Uber, and her own entrepreneurial venture, Expat Career Development. She also touches on themes such as belonging, personal growth, and the importance of community and wellness. This Episode Covers: Growing Up in South AfricaUniversity Life in Cape Town  Studying Abroad in the USChoosing the Netherlands for Higher EducationStarting a Career in the NetherlandsWorking for American Tech Companies Blackness and Womanhood in the NetherlandsAdapting to Life in the NetherlandsBuilding a Diverse Social Circle  Starting Expat Career DevelopmentNetworking and Job Search Tips To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes   Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com)Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign)Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/)  Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations

    56 min
  4. 05/01/2025

    Ask Me Anything # 3

    In the final episode of season 6 of Flourish in the Foreign, host Christine Job engages with her audience through an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. With this 151st episode, Christine addresses questions about moving abroad as a creative, navigating corporate jobs overseas, managing finances internationally, and handling partner hesitations about relocating. Christine also shares personal anecdotes and practical tips, encouraging listeners to build international networks and adopt an audacious mindset.  This Episode Covers: Identity Advice for Creatives Moving Abroad Corporate Careers Abroad  Navigating Partner Hesitations Navigating International Banking and Investments About the Flourish in the Foreign Book Aging and Beauty Abroad   Resources Mentioned: Financial Resources: Acquania Escarne's "Build Wealth Abroad" (Flourish in the Foreign YouTube channel) Tanya Munford Pitts' "Expat Tax Solutions" (Flourish in the Foreign YouTube channel) Financial Wellness Abroad (Compilation, Season 1 Episode 59 )     To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes   Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee  (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/)   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide  (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/l/move-abroad-with-intention-guide ) Move Abroad with Intention Playlist S1 E 25: How to Get A Job Abroad S1 E 32: Going Abroad with Intention S1 E 33: Dating Abroad Pt. 1 S1 E 47: Go Abroad & Cultivate A Life Well Lived S1 E 59: Financial Wellness Abroad S2 E 10: Does Moving Abroad = A Soft Life S2 E 14: Healthcare Abroad Pt. 1 S2 E 17: Black Pregnancy Abroad S2 E 19: Black Motherhood Abroad Pt. 1 S4 E 12: Ask Me Anything- 100th Episode S4 E 21: Living in Spain Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations

    1h 4m

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Welcome to Flourish in the Foreign—a space where Black women embrace the unfamiliar and cultivate lives of intention, wellness, and depth. This isn't just a podcast about moving abroad. It's about living abroad with purpose, not as an escape, but as an opportunity to expand your horizons in every sense—financial, physical, mental, and spiritual. It's about creating a life that resonates with the fullness of who you are and the richness of the world around you. In each episode, Christine Job, your guide, fellow world traveler and immigrant, shares stories of Black women who've left the familiar behind and chosen to thrive in the foreign. These are women who, through migration, have carved out spaces of wellness and possibility in cities and countries far from home—seeking not just a change in location, but in lifestyle, mindset, and legacy. Flourish in the Foreign is an invitation—to embrace discomfort, to welcome transformation, to explore what it means to live well, and to move intentionally through the world, regardless of where you are. It's a journey of wellness outside of your cultural context that transcends borders. Christine's own journey, shaped by her life in Spain since 2017, is woven throughout this podcast, alongside the wisdom and stories of over 100 Black women who have built lives of meaning and wellness abroad. From the personal to the universal, Flourish in the Foreign offers a vision for what it means to move through the world as Black women, with grace, curiosity, and a clear vision of a life well lived. If you're yearning to move abroad, to build something deeper for yourself, or to simply live more intentionally in a world that often feels out of tune with your needs—this is the podcast for you. Remember: It's not about moving abroad. It's not about being abroad. It's about thriving abroad. It's about flourishing abroad. Go Abroad and Cultivate A Life Well-Lived Visit www.flourishintheforeign.com to connect with our community and follow us on social @flourishforeign.

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