You’re an orphan spouse when you’re in a relationship but don’t live permanently with your partner under the same roof. Short term assignments, necessity or willingness to pursue dual careers, fly in fly out rosters popular in the mining industry, are some of the reasons why couples are separated for days, weeks, sometimes months in […]
Continue reading...September 20, 2013 by 21 Comments
Expat: You May Be an Orphan Spouse (and Not Even Know It)
Orphan spouse* is what happens when you’re in a relationship… but live separate lives. I hear you saying: “Why would you do that?” Generally because of your work, your partner’s work or both! For days, weeks or months in a row, you’re on your own. The family is divided: on one side, one spouse (generally […]
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Learning A New Language: 8 Tips That Really Work
You may believe an ability to learn new languages is something you’re born with, but it’s much more about belief and practice than natural talent. That’s what Carol Dweck, Stanford University Professor and psychologist is sharing in her book “Mindset” after decades of research on success and achievement. What makes you either devastated or still […]
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