This Expat Life

#98 The 3 things I say to myself to stay my course after a decision

> There’s a phase in expat life I see again and again - and I’ve lived in it myself. It’s that in-between space where you know something needs to change, but you don’t yet know what or where. So you wait. You overthink. You pause your life just a little… until weeks turn into months, and sometimes even years. Inside my world we call this the expat waiting room. And sometimes, you do get clarity and know what is the right decision for you now. But how do you stay your course when doubts come up? When others question your choices? When you are presented with other options? And how do you actually get moving to open a new door? In this solo episode of This Expat Life, I share 3 things I say to myself that have really helped me to keep my eyes on the ball, maintain my confidence, and stay in action. Sometimes you don’t need deeper insights into yourself - you need a super practical easy tool to implement what you already know. Those 3 things are that for me. And by the way, that’s also exactly what you’re getting inside The Co-Pilot: proven, powerful coaching exercises that give you deep insights about yourself and your decisions - as well as practical tools and tips to apply what you’re learning, in the context of your busy global life. I’d love to hear what resonates with you. Send me a DM on Instagram at @amandamaxime, or email me anytime at info@amandamaximecoaching.com. Links & Resources: 📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime 💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com ✈️ Join The Co-Pilot: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot 🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com

#97 Navigating expat life decisions as a couple, with Wiebke Anton

>What if you’re navigating an expat life decision… But you’re not doing that alone? (by the way, doors to The Co-Pilot are open!) In this episode of This Expat Life, I sit down with Wiebke Anton, a relationship coach who works specifically with expat couples and internationally mobile professionals. Together, we explore what really happens beneath the surface when couples are navigating moves, repatriation, career sacrifices, and the unspoken fear that one decision could change everything forever. We talk about why decision-making often feels heavier abroad, how power imbalances quietly show up in expat relationships, and why avoiding difficult conversations can slowly create distance - even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. We also dive into how perfectionism, fear of irreversibility, and the pressure to “make it work” can prevent couples from having honest, connecting conversations. If you’re in a relationship and navigating big expat life decisions - whether you’re moving together, meeting abroad, or feeling stuck between options - this episode will help you feel less alone and more empowered to talk about what truly matters. We’d love to hear what resonates for you! And want to join the workshop we are talking about in this episode? Join The Co-Pilot! Doors are now open until February 17th, when we kick off with live personalized support again. The Co-Pilot is where you leave the expat waiting room and transform your overthinking into a solid next chapter of your global life. And when you join now, you get access to the live workshop (and the replay) by Wiebke, so you can navigate your decisions alongside your partner. Board here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot Links & Resources: 📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime 💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com ✈️ Join The Co-Pilot: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot 🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com

#96 My 3 goals and a big decision for 2026!

>The start of a new year is always very exciting to me as I set 3 big goals for the year that I can't wait to work on. But sitting here in Mexico City, beginning 2026 far away from my usual routines, I’ve been reflecting deeply on what this new chapter is asking of me - and what I’m finally ready to let go of.In this episode of This Expat Life, I share my three personal goals for 2026 and the intention behind them - not as resolutions to tick off, but as identities I’m consciously stepping into. I talk about why I choose ambitious goals that stretch me beyond what feels “realistic,” how I use goals as mirrors for who I’m becoming, and what it means to commit even when doubt is still present.I also open up about a big decision I made toward the end of last year - a decision that came after years of waiting, negotiating with myself, and hoping external circumstances would make things clearer. I share what finally helped me move from being frozen to taking responsibility for my next chapter, even without knowing exactly how it will unfold.This episode is for you if you’re entering a new year feeling both excited and unsettled… if you know something needs to change but you don’t yet have the full plan… or if you’re learning how to trust yourself enough to move before certainty arrives.Sometimes clarity doesn’t come before the decision - it comes BECAUSE you made one.If this resonates with you, I’d love to hear your reflections.Send me a DM on Instagram at @amandamaxime, or email me at info@amandamaximecoaching.com.Links & Resources: 📸 Connect with me on Instagram: @amandamaxime  💌 Share your reflections with me: info@amandamaximecoaching.com 🌐 More at: amandamaximecoaching.com

#95 Part 2 - Getting ready for the New Year - 12 questions to set yourself up for a great 2026

>How can you make this year different from the last? I’m always incredibly intentional about how I want to start the new year, so that I can ensure my continuous growth and avoid autopilot mode. Many set new year’s resolutions, but these are designed to fail. In this episode I share 12 questions that will help you set your priorities and see how you can stay your course throughout the year.And prefer to turn your answers into concrete results? These are the last days that doors to The Space are open, your DIY solo retreat to start 2026 with clarity, direction and momentum!The Space includes the exact same tools & approaches that I use myself every December to lay down a super strong foundation for the next year. But hurry, as doors are closing and won't open until December next year!--Prefer the 12 questions in written form? Leave your email address here and you will get them delivered to your inbox! https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/reflection-questionsThis episode is part 2 of a sequence. Go to episode #94 for part 1.Download the free tool The Wheel of Expat Live that I mentioned in the episode here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/wheel-expat-life

#94 Part 1: Getting ready for the New Year - 12 questions for expats to reflect on 2025

>Back by popular demand after I did this last year!Here are 12 reflection questions that help you make sense of your year, who you've become and what you want to bring forward (and let go of). I'm answering the same questions for myself and they are already bringing the insights 🔥If you want to change something in your life - big or small - next year, you've got to make sure you have space for it. Getting into the habit of regular reflection is a great way to be more intentional with your time & energy, especially if you are as future-oriented as me. It’s tempting to always look ahead to the next month, the next promotion, the next country - but there are powerful lessons in your past that can make your future even better.I'm sharing a personal intro first, then grab a notebook & pen, a cup of tea and let’s dive into it!Want the questions delivered to your inbox? Leave your email address here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/reflection-questionsEager for more? Then you'll LOVE my DIY solo retreat package The Space, exclusively designed for expats finishing up the year and wanting to start 2026 with confidence, direction and energy. Here you won't get just insightful questions but also powerful exercises & audios to do something with your answers. The Space is a 2-day structure and doors close in a couple of days! And stay closed until December next year. But once you're in, you keep forever access - meaning you can do your own retreat whenever, wherever, and as often as you want :) Enjoy!