Expat life

The Many Meanings of “Respect”

Lately, I’ve found myself reflecting (yet again) on the idea of respect. As a white female from the global North living outside of her home country, I ponder this word a lot. At first glance, it feels like such a strong and straightforward word. It is something most of us aspire to give and hope toContinue reading “The Many Meanings of “Respect””

Communication Across Cultures

How we communicate across cultures says a lot, about ourselves and the company we keep (and come from).

Did you know that how you deal with conflict does the same?!

Read on to learn more.

What is culture? (part II)

Here are a few of the ‘standard’ models used to discuss what culture is with a brief explanation of each model. Most IC trainers have a favorite model or two that they prefer or will use often, but this is generally a way to only begin the discussion.

Today

My heart is heavy today.   

  These Ukrainians are my friends, neighbors, fellows in this life who were just going to work, having meals with their families and friends, hugging their children. Who’s to say they are not us. They are.

 They deserve better than this.

Gaudi or Gaudy

What is the difference between Gaudi (the man) and Gaudy (the term)? Is the latter the origin of the former and, what does this have to do with culture?

Word of the year?

Have you chosen a ‘word of the year’ to help guide your year before?

What do you think of it?

Do you find it helpful? Why or why not?

Read on to see why I chose one this year.

A six word story about ME

[°This is prompt 6 in the #virtualcampfire2021 November writing series hosted by @chameleon_coaching & @southboundstories. “I’m a verbose, life-improvement in process.” Me If you have seen my other posts you know by now that I have a lot to say. We all know that it is your choice to read any or all of itContinue reading “A six word story about ME”

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