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This Expat Life

Amanda Maxime
Expat Life
Decision Making
Personal Growth
Coaching
Expats
Co-Pilot
Mental Health
The Co-Pilot
Personal Development
Intuition
Overthinking
The Hague
Self-Care
Clarity
Grief
Support Systems
Community Building
Mexico City
Co-Pilot Program
Expat Waiting Room

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 ... more

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Laura Burton Shaw
Expat in Berlin who hosts community events and hikes
Self-employed / community builder in Berlin
Episode: #112: From Berlin to a new beginning: Laura’s year of transformation
Martina Gastaldello
International human rights expert and consultant on cultural heritage, SDGs, and education
Intergovernmental organization (based in Rome, remote)
Episode: #108: Unmasking the driven expat: Martina Gastaldello’s road to alignment
Celine Charlotte
Entrepreneur from the Netherlands who has lived globally and became a solo mom by choice
Seven-figure entrepreneur, donor-based motherhood
Episode: #107 The joy of returning home: Charlotte van ‘t Wout’s story unfolds
Rianne Klein Geltink
Coach who uses human design in coaching business and advocate for authentic self-expression
Episode: #105 Amplifying your most authentic self with Rianne Klein Geltink
Amanda Molenaar
Certified coach, former diplomat and host of This Expat Life
This Expat Life
Episode: #100! A personal conversation on outgrowing places, letting go, and following your inner compass
Wiebke Anton
Expat relationship coach specializing in couples navigating relocations and major life decisions
Episode: #97 Navigating expat life decisions as a couple, with Wiebke Anton
Erica Reitman
Branding provocateur, co-founder of ICON Agency, and expat enthusiast
ICON Agency
Episode: #81 Erica Reitman on rerouting your expat path and creating an inspiring life that reflects the real you - The Global Woman Summer Series
Elle McPherson
ICF certified coach, certified erotic blueprint coach, yoga teacher, and accelerated evolution trainer
Beyond The Itinerary
Episode: #80 Elle McPherson on navigating love & identity abroad - The Global Woman Summer Series
Amanda Maxime
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This Expat Life
Episode: #80 Elle McPherson on navigating love & identity abroad - The Global Woman Summer Series

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Amanda Molenaar
Host of This Expat Life with a focus on authentic expatriate living, identity work, and practical coaching for globally mobile individuals.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Like a wise friend

    As an ex-expat and a binational person, and as someone who likes self improvement and learning different ways to think, I really enjoy this podcast. The tone is very calm and open, like listening to a wise friend.

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    Day50155
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are varied and expertise-rich, with relatable stories that normalize expat challenges.
Listeners describe the host as grounding and insightful, offering practical expat guidance.
The tone comes across as warm and trustworthy, like a supportive mentor.

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Oh FAQ! Your questions about The Co-Pilot, answered [episode available till Wednesday]
Q: Is one-on-one coaching still an option, or is the group format enough?
One-on-one coaching is still an option with a limited spot, but many find faster momentum and substantial results inside the group program; there's also a hybrid option that adds private coaching into the Co-Pilot.
Oh FAQ! Your questions about The Co-Pilot, answered [episode available till Wednesday]
Q: What do I actually get inside The Co-Pilot and how does it work?
The Co-Pilot combines core content with an app, live four-month support via two monthly calls (one content/masterclass, one coaching), and a WhatsApp community for ongoing peer support and coaching checks.
Oh FAQ! Your questions about The Co-Pilot, answered [episode available till Wednesday]
Q: Are you going to do another round? Will there be a next cohort?
I don't know yet; The Co-Pilot is ongoing, but the timing for a new group isn't set and depends on where I'm focusing my current work and my move from the Netherlands to Mexico.
#112: From Berlin to a new beginning: Laura’s year of transformation
Q: What has changed for you since completing the program?
Laura notes increased self-confidence, clearer long-term goals, improved boundary-setting, and a habit of prioritizing herself, including re-engaging with community activities she cared about.
#112: From Berlin to a new beginning: Laura’s year of transformation
Q: What exercise surprised you the most inside the program?
The Wheel of Life and the Who's Driving Your Bus provided clarity on internal conflicts and helped externalize different ambitions and emotions to decide who should lead her forward.

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This expat-focused show explores the realities of living abroad, balancing growth with challenges, and thriving in global life. Episodes emphasize authenticity, identity work, building community, and practical strategies for managing loneliness, decisions, and career moves while traveling or relocating. A standout arc includes coaching frameworks, like group programs and personal-identity upgrades, paired with candid anecdotes from different expatriate experiences. Listeners can expect hands-on tips for networking, setting boundaries, and using mindset tools to accelerate transformation abroad. The format tends to mix reflective storytelling with actionable steps, making it helpful for current or prospective expats seeking deeper understand... more

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