Start Here If You're Building a Life Abroad As a Couple

Wondering What Life as a Couple Abroad Might Look Like?

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Maybe you're just starting to imagine what life together abroad could bring.

Maybe you’ve been at it for a while, and you’re noticing that some things feel a little... different lately.

Or maybe you’re simply curious — about how other couples are making this work, and how you might want to do things yourselves.

Whatever brought you here, this is a space for that kind of wondering.

You don’t have to be in trouble to want a clearer view of where you are — or where you’re headed.

Life abroad reshapes a lot, sometimes faster than we can name it: roles, routines, priorities, the stories we thought we’d live out.

And in the middle of all that movement, it’s normal to feel a bit unsure and wonder:

Does this life really work for us?

Are we building something that actually fits who we are?

Are we both still happy with how it is right now?

This collection of articles is a roadmap through some of the most common questions (and often unspoken) turning points I see in globally mobile couples.

You can start anywhere — but here’s how the journey unfolds:

Content

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1. Big Picture: How Life Abroad Changes Love

These posts give you the big-picture understanding of how international life affects your relationship, and why so many couples feel stretched or unsettled.

🗺️ The Relationship Roadmap for Globally Mobile Couples
Start here for the full orientation: what changes, what challenges to expect, and how to stay connected through it all.
🔃 How Moving Abroad as a Couple Changes Everything (and Nothing)
A grounded look at the paradoxes of moving abroad: why you cannot run away from what is not working in your couple life just by changing the scenery — and what to do about it.
😬 What Moving Abroad Does to Your Relationship (That No One Prepares You For)
Unpacking the invisible shifts — and what to watch out for emotionally and relationally.
💹 The Expat Lifecycle for Couples
How the different phases of expat life — from arrival to long-term settlement — each bring their own set of pressures and opportunities.

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2. The Conversations You Wish You’d Had (But Can Still Have)

Whether you’re preparing for a move, or looking back thinking “we should have talked about this” — these posts help you name the blind spots and start the right conversations now.

☝️ What You Should Have Talked About Before You Moved Abroad (But Didn’t)
Common topics couples skip — and why they matter more than you think.
📝 5 Questions to Ask Before Your Next International Move as a Couple
Great for couples in transition — or those moving again soon.
💭 Why “Getting Through” a Move Isn’t Enough for Your Relationship
Survival mode is real — but it's not a strategy for long-term love.

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3. Living the Reality: Day-to-Day Challenges of Love Abroad

These posts name the real (and often unspoken) struggles that show up once the dust settles — when routines form, expectations clash, or the emotional weight of the move kicks in.

🌓 When the Dust Settles: What Happens to Love After the Logistics Are Done
What comes after the excitement — and why that phase can feel surprisingly hard.
🏔️ When Moving Again Doesn’t Get Easier: What Serial Expats Need to Know About Love Abroad
For couples who’ve moved multiple times and wonder why it's not getting smoother.
🙈 Common Problems Expat Couples Face (That No One Talks About)
The invisible patterns, recurring stressors, and quiet distances that affect even strong couples abroad.

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4. Redefining “Normal”: Living & Loving on Your Own Terms

This section invites you to let go of the old scripts — and begin designing a relationship that fits you in this life you’ve chosen.

📝 Creating a Relationship That Fits You: Why to Love on Your Own Terms
Why default models don't work abroad — and how to stop comparing and start creating.
📝 Is this Normal? How Do You Know If Something’s Wrong
A self-assessment for couples who sense sth is off but aren’t sure what it means. This post offers a grounded way to help you understand if it’s a passing phase and something that needs attention — without spiraling into panic or overreaction.

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🧰 Practical Tools & Next Steps

✅ Take the Free Couples Health Check-Up
A great starting point to see where you align — and where a conversation could open things up.
📘 My Book "The Relationship Reboot"
A deeper, practical guide for globally mobile couples who want to thrive with more clarity, closeness, and creativity.

Living abroad as a couple is a bold, beautiful, and sometimes daunting choice.

It will stretch you, surprise you, and ask more of your relationship than you might have expected.

But it also offers something rare: the chance to design a life — and a love — that’s truly your own.

Whether you're just starting out, navigating a tough season, or simply curious what lies ahead, you don't have to figure it all out alone. The posts above are here to help you pause, reflect, and take your next steps with a little more clarity and care.

✨ Wherever you are in your journey, this space is for you. Keep reading, take what fits, and trust that you can shape a partnership that works not just anywhere — but for you.

👉 Looking for More Support?

If you're ready to go deeper — or just want a little help figuring out what your relationship needs most right now — I offer coaching specifically for globally mobile couples navigating life, love, and everything in between.

Learn more about my coaching here.
You can also explore my free resources — from guided reflections to practical tools — designed to help you create more intention and connection in your life abroad.

Let me know what you think in the comments!