Admit it… You feel guilty. For the third time in 4 years, you have to move. For you, it might just be OK. But for your kids? They’re 6, 12 and 15 years old. The younger starts grade one, the … [Read more...]
April 30, 2013 by 1 Comment
How To Prepare Young Children For Dramatic Change Without Stressing Them Out
There are moments in the expat life where you’d like to talk to your children but you can’t. Maybe the move still needs to remain confidential. And your children are too young to keep a … [Read more...]
December 7, 2012 by 7 Comments
Bilingualism: 3 questions to expert François Grosjean
François Grosjean is Emeritus Professor of psycholinguistics at the University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. He is bilingual himself (French and English) with more than 30 years of experience in … [Read more...]
October 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Two Most Important Questions Every Expat Must Face
An Interview with Nicolas Vadot Are you wondering who Nicolas Vadot is and how his experience might relate to yours as an expatriate? Bear with me for a second. Nicolas Vadot is a bilingual … [Read more...]
September 14, 2012 by 4 Comments
5 Highly Effective Tips for Raising Resilient Children Overseas
No need to emphasize the importance of coping with setbacks when moving abroad. Having followed this whole series on resilience, you’ve assessed your resilience score. You’re well aware of the … [Read more...]
September 3, 2012 by 9 Comments
Why You Shouldn’t Put Your Children First
Are you shocked? Let me explain what I mean in this fourth article of our series on resilience. All parents want the best for their children. Children should lack nothing: the latest game … [Read more...]