It’s no secret: handling a teenager as a parent is tricky. To say the least. But moving abroad adds another layer of complexity. Understanding what’s going on in your teenager’s head helps you … [Read more...]
August 17, 2016 by 2 Comments
Expats and Olympic Games – Who Are You Rooting For?
The Olympic Games are in full swing. More than 11,000 athletes coming from 206 countries are competing during 17 days across 306 events featuring 28 sports. Whether it is for soccer, cycling, … [Read more...]
June 9, 2016 by 4 Comments
Losing A Home – The Impact On Your Third Culture Kid (And How To Handle It)
Ben was 8 years old when he left the country where he’d spent all his childhood. ‘Daddy’s got a promotion overseas and says he can’t refuse it’, explained Ben to his teacher when he got the … [Read more...]
September 29, 2015 by 11 Comments
4 Myths Your Child Believes About Going Back ‘Home’ for University (And Why You Should Know About Them)
This article is the result of an interview with Tina Quick whose experience and knowledge of the TCK’s transition to college have been invaluable. Tina is the author of The Global Nomad’s Guide to … [Read more...]
May 9, 2014 by 5 Comments
10 More Signs That You May Be A Third Culture Parent
People living in another country are not simply called expatriates. Depending on their age, familial status, or occupational situation, they're called expat assignee, trailing spouse, TCK -Third … [Read more...]
April 16, 2014 by 4 Comments
Long Distance Relationship With Grandchildren – 12 Tips For Staying Close
Your parents expected this moment with impatience: the first grandchild. Then came the second and the third. Your parents were so proud. They're in their sixties, fit, curious, dynamic and … [Read more...]
March 15, 2014 by 8 Comments
10 Signs That You May Be A Third Culture Parent
Our children have a name: they’re called Third Culture Kids or Global Nomads. Their parents - we (!) - don’t! At least, not that I know of. Why bother? You’ll ask. Barbara … [Read more...]
March 3, 2014 by 10 Comments
6 Things Your Third Culture Kid Does Not Want To Hear
Maybe it’s when you announced it: “Sweetheart, we have great news, we’re going to move to another country” or when you arrived in this new place, or even later on - weeks, months, years (yes!) … [Read more...]