In this episode, I open up about a wave of loneliness that hit me hard last Saturday. It was one of those moments where everything felt heavy, and suddenly, all I could see was what I didn't have anymore. If you’ve been through a similar feeling, especially after returning home from life abroad, you’re not alone. Instead of trying to fix or push the feeling away, I chose to sit with it. To spend time with it. And in doing so, I discovered something surprising: beneath the loneliness, what I was truly missing was fun and playfulness. I share how loneliness has a way of lying to us, making the past seem better than it was, disconnecting us from our vision for the future, and making everything we do have feel invisible. But when we stop resisting and start listening, there’s something to learn. This episode is your gentle reminder that your emotions aren’t your enemies, they’re messengers. And maybe, just maybe, your loneliness isn’t about what you’ve lost… but about what you’re being called to create. 🎧 Tune in if: You’re feeling disconnected or misunderstood since coming home Loneliness has been weighing heavy lately You need a reminder that you’re not behind, just in a moment of pause 🔗 Join Reignite Your Spark (6 weeks group program) : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support--reignite-your-spark-group-) 🔗Book Your First 1:1 Coaching Appointment (the first one is free) : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) 📩 Sign up for the Sunday Self Care Newsletter : Here (https://stats.sender.net/forms/eZ6VkE/view) 📩 Let’s connect on Instagram: @the_returner_support (https://www.instagram.com/the_returner_support) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

We need to have a different conversation. In this episode, I share why I'm done with the typical advice people give when you've come back from living abroad: keep yourself busy, plan your next trip, stay positive. These tips may come from good intentions, but they miss the heart of the experience. I dive into a Facebook post from someone who’s been home for 10 months. She’s happy to see her family, she has a job… but she doesn’t like who she’s becoming. And I share what the comments said and why, despite being well-meaning, they fall short. This episode is about what no one teaches us: ➡️ How to validate what we feel ➡️ How to ask ourselves what we actually need ➡️ How to not try to fix the feeling, but to feel it I tell my own story, what it felt like when I returned the first time, how even people who cared about me gave me quick solutions instead of just sitting with my emotions. I share what I learned from crisis response training: that healing doesn’t come from being fixed, it comes from being heard. We also explore: The grief no one talks about when you return home Why “I don’t like who I’m becoming” is a sign you’re shaming yourself What really changed when you were abroad (it’s not just the country, it was your mindset) Why trying to “go back” to who you were abroad doesn’t work, and what to do instead This isn’t about recreating the past. It’s about evolving. It’s about using what you lived abroad as a map, not a destination. Want personalized support for your return journey? Book a free 30-minute clarity call here: Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Register to the Newsletter : Here (https://the-returner-support.kit.com/6de3343cc5) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) Follow me on Instagram for daily insights and support: @The returner support (?) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This episode is for the ones who came back home after living abroad, and now feel stuck, confused, disconnected… or like something magical got left behind. But what if you’re not stuck? What if you're just repeating a story you unconsciously decided a long time ago? In this raw and honest episode, I’m inviting you to zoom out and realize: You get to decide how your return feels. How it looks. How it moves. How it evolves. I share how I unknowingly created limiting stories when I returned to my country, like “home means responsibilities,” “I have to go back to school,” or “my family only gets me when I’m far away.” These stories shaped how I showed up… until I chose to change them. Here’s the breakthrough: 💡 The story you’re telling yourself is what’s keeping you stuck. From dating apps to family relationships, I show how the same patterns play out in different areas of life, and how rewriting the story changes everything. You’ll learn: Why “home” doesn’t have to mean “the end of freedom” How putting “abroad” on a pedestal keeps you disconnected from the magic you already have What really happens when you stop shaming parts of yourself to fit in How to shift from “I don’t belong” to “I get to belong on my terms” The ripple effect of healing your relationship with your country, and how it transforms your relationships with love, money, family, career… I’ll also walk you through the powerful truth that how you handle your return is how you handle every transition in life. This episode will challenge you. Empower you. And remind you: ✨ You are the magic. Not the place. Want personalized support for your return journey? Book a free 30-minute clarity call here: Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) Follow me on Instagram for daily insights and support: @The returner support (?) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, I open up about a recent spiral I experienced after coming back to the U.S., and the big realization that came with it: I was outsourcing my emotional validation instead of truly sitting with myself. If you’ve returned home after living abroad and feel disconnected, stuck in the past, or constantly comparing life now to life then... this episode is for you. Here’s what we explore together: The subtle difference between spending time with yourself vs. being with yourself Why we often rush to share big emotions with others before processing them internally How “I was happier abroad” becomes a self-fulfilling loop that keeps us stuck A short guided visualization to connect with the version of you who already has what you want Why treating your return differently is key to creating a different reality The power of reacting in unpredictable, soul-aligned ways instead of old patterns This episode is an invitation to slow down, feel more deeply, and get curious about what’s truly underneath the emotions you’ve been experiencing since being back. Let’s start creating your next chapter, one that’s not just a repeat of the past, but rooted in your present truth. 🎧 Tune in and share with a friend who might need this reminder too. Want personalized support for your return journey? Book a free 30-minute clarity call here: Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) Follow me on Instagram for daily insights and support: @The returner support (?) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this raw and honest episode, I share what’s been unfolding since I returned to the US, and how, within just one week, this transition has already become a mirror for deeper healing. I open up about the triggers that have resurfaced, especially around people-pleasing, usefulness, and the belief that I need to earn love and belonging. I realized I’ve placed my experience in the US, and even my host family, on a pedestal. But what happens when that pedestal starts to crumble? Using the exact method I applied when I returned to my home country, I’m approaching this move with curiosity, self-awareness, and compassion. I walk you through how I lean into discomfort instead of avoiding it, and the powerful insights that emerge when I do. One of the biggest questions I’m sitting with right now is: 👉 If I stop performing or being “useful,” will I still be accepted and loved? I also share a simple practice that helps me reconnect with my body and emotions, allowing me to stay grounded and meet what’s really there, beyond the patterns. This episode is for anyone who’s navigating a transition, facing old wounds in new places, or wondering how to show up authentically without fear of losing connection. Want personalized support for your return journey? Book a free 30-minute clarity call here: Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) Follow me on Instagram for daily insights and support: @The returner support (?) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, I’m joined by Grace Grossman, yogi mentor, writer, and someone who has spent most of her life moving between cultures. Born in the UK with a German father, Grace has lived in Germany, Spain, and the UK, always flowing between the three, learning something new about herself in each place. We dive into what it means to form an identity when your life spans multiple cultures. Grace doesn’t call it an identity crisis, for her, it’s a self-discovery journey. From feeling deeply relaxed and in flow in Spain, to embracing her boundaries and directness in Germany, she reminds us that each country brings out something that was already within us. In this conversation, we explore: The nuances of identity when you’ve lived abroad and never fully fit into just one box The feeling of returning home and realizing you’ve changed, even if nothing around you has The fine line between expanding through travel vs. escaping through it Why labels can feel limiting, and how we can choose who we want to be Grace’s reflection that home is within you, no matter where you are This episode is a reminder that your identity isn’t something you “find” in one place, it’s something you consciously choose and grow into over time. A grounding, thoughtful listen for anyone navigating life between countries, or just trying to make peace with all the parts of themselves. Find more about Grace : On Substack : here (https://substack.com/@gracegrossmann?r=21fjw4&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile) On Instagram : here (https://www.instagram.com/healinghearts_hubwithgrace/) Her book ''Chill Out and Cheer Up'' : Here (https://www.amazon.com/Chill-Out-Cheer-Up-Ten-Step/dp/B08RYLFYD2/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8&fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLXPD5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpwXchQWRRdpA1mvnLHFfAxR0Ezv7W8IcFnsLNbgDpd3BGRMToI2xClq69_Ci_aem_lcECb9i-aGvWCECVgxv_FA) Want personalized support for your return journey? Book a free 30-minute clarity call with me: Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) Follow me on Instagram for daily insights and support: @The returner support (?) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In today’s episode, I get honest about something that might sound silly, how I’ve been spiraling because of the heat. But what started as frustration with the weather opened up a deeper reflection on mindset, values, and the way we choose to experience life. I share the moment I realized that when I was in Brazil, where it was even hotter, I actually thrived. So what’s different now? We dive into: How your environment doesn’t define your experience, your mindset does Why small spirals can point to bigger misalignments The power of choosing to see every day as the best day of your life A powerful question to reconnect with what you value, both abroad and back home This episode is for you if you’ve felt off lately, if you’re comparing yourself to who you were abroad, or if you need a reminder that you’re one mindset shift away from seeing beauty again. Journal prompts at the end to help you reflect on what really matters to you, and whether you’re living from a place of expansion or fear. Find all the different programs 🔗Apply for 3 months 1:1 coaching : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗Free Deep Clarity Session : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-clarity-session-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) 📩 Let’s connect on Instagram: @the_returner_support (https://www.instagram.com/the_returner_support) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, I dive into the topic of alignment, what it really means to live a life that feels right for you, and how to stop getting pulled in a thousand different directions by what everyone else is doing or saying. I share personal stories from my time as an au pair and my travels in Southeast Asia, moments where I felt completely present, free from pressure, and not obsessed with what came next. But when I came back home? Suddenly, the noise returned: You need to get a degree. You need to figure it all out. You need to act like an adult. And with that noise came comparison, self-doubt, and the pressure to follow a path that wasn’t mine. We talk about: Why coming back home can feel overwhelming and noisy The hidden pressure of being surrounded by family and societal expectations How different generations shaped their choices, and why it's okay for us to question the old models Why the problem isn’t always your country, the people, or the apps, and what taking radical responsibility really looks like The importance of knowing yourself so deeply that you stop making up stories when others say something that triggers you Why alignment doesn’t come from others’ advice, but from reconnecting with your own truth At the end, I leave you with powerful reflection questions to help you check in with yourself, because the more you know who you are, the easier it becomes to make decisions that feel like you. If you’ve ever felt torn between two worlds, unsure of your path, or like you’re falling behind... this episode is your reminder that you’re not. You’re evolving. 🎧 Tune in to reconnect with your inner compass and start living in alignment, on your terms. Find all the different programs 🔗Apply for 3 months 1:1 coaching : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) 📩 Let’s connect on Instagram: @the_returner_support (https://www.instagram.com/the_returner_support) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In today’s episode, I’m getting real about a feeling that many of us experience after returning home: that quiet, persistent “off” feeling, even when everything looks good on paper. You’ve got the job, the apartment, maybe even the social life. But deep down, something feels... disconnected. I’m here to tell you: that feeling is not a sign that you need to run away or start over again. It’s a signal to get curious. To listen more deeply. To get radically honest with yourself. In this episode, I share: Why this “off” feeling is actually an invitation to realign My favorite ways to reconnect with myself when I’m in this space (walking without headphones, journaling, dancing, meditating...) How I assess what’s misaligned by simply observing my thoughts for a week A powerful practice of reconnecting with the version of me who already has the life I desire and letting her guide my decisions A few real-life examples of what this has looked like for me Whether you’ve been home for a few months or a few years, this episode is your reminder: ✨ You’re not behind. You’re evolving. And you can trust yourself through this transition. Find all the different programs 🔗Apply for 3 months 1:1 coaching : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) 📩 Sign up for the Sunday Self Care Newsletter : Here (https://stats.sender.net/forms/eZ6VkE/view) 📩 Let’s connect on Instagram: @the_returner_support (https://www.instagram.com/the_returner_support) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Have you ever asked yourself “Who am I now?” after coming back home from living abroad? In this episode, I dive deep into the identity crisis many people face when they return home after months or years abroad. I explore the different layers of identity, who you were before you left, who you became during your time abroad, and who you’re becoming now that you’re back. We talk about: The roles and labels you carried before: in your family, at school, with friends The beliefs you built around those roles The new identities you embraced abroad, whether you were an au pair, exchange student, expat, or backpacker What happens when those identities no longer apply back home How to navigate the “in between” space of cultures and languages Why it’s not about choosing either/or but accepting all parts of yourself The shift from belonging to becoming, and why creating a vision for your life is key to moving forward How we attach ourselves to identity labels like “introvert” or “extrovert” to feel safe and understood, and what happens when those no longer fit If you’re feeling lost in the space between who you were and who you want to be, this episode will help you put words on what you’re experiencing, and start imagining what’s possible from here. Find all the different programs 🔗Apply for 3 months 1:1 coaching : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/book-a-consult-call-) 🔗 Join the 20 days challenge Rise Up : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/the-returner-support-in-your-pocket) 🔗Grab the Ebook Deep Dive : Here (https://stan.store/the_returner_support/p/deep-dive-ebook-) 📩 Sign up for the Sunday Self Care Newsletter : Here (https://stats.sender.net/forms/eZ6VkE/view) 📩 Let’s connect on Instagram: @the_returner_support (https://www.instagram.com/the_returner_support) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.