In this episode, Clare is joined by Christine Mullaney who is a TEDx speaker and the host of the Connected Communication podcast. Christine shares her journey which took her from Ireland to China, Australia, The Outback, Poland, and now Spain. 

She explains what was behind each of these moves, how she adapted, and the role empathy and the language of the universe have played in helping her communicate and feel at home in all of these countries.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Use your regrets to learn lessons in life and stop yourself from missing more opportunities.
There are stages to culture shock. Understanding what they are and preparing for them will help you to settle in faster.
Culture shock happens when you move back to your home country as well as when you move abroad.
You need to learn to adapt, but you have to be careful not to over-adapt and lose yourself.
Empathy and authenticity matter, people across the world respond positively to those qualities.
Empathy enables you to communicate effectively, often, despite language barriers and significant cultural differences.
When you feel fear, acknowledge that you are feeling it, ask where it comes from, and decide what to do about it.

BEST MOMENTS

‘Spain is where my soul sings. ´

‘Opportunity costs. There is always. a cost to pursuing opportunities.’

‘Language isn´t  just words.’



GUEST AND EPISODE RESOURCES

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/connected-communication/id1678060305

Christine TedX - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMJpC0HOdXs

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinemullaney?originalSubdomain=es

The Alchemist - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alchemist-Paulo-Coelho-ebook/dp/B00U6SFUSS

Culture Shock - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Culture-Shock-Living-Working-Abroad/dp/1606088106

Terrence Howard Hidden Frequency Rhythms - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPN17LvF4BU



ABOUT THE HOST

Clare has moved countries many times throughout her life, from China to Taiwan, Nigeria, Zambia, and the USA. She has also travelled the world for various businesses and now wishes to impart her advice to others to save them time, money, and energy. 

Clare follows three principles central to her endeavours. First, she looks outward internationally, working with people overseas or of different nationalities. Second, she is obsessed with communication, having learned French, German, and Mandarin Chinese. She also teaches English and works as an editor for others’ work. Clare is passionate about making a difference through her coaching in the world of personal development. 

CONTACT METHOD

www.kayproofreading.com

www.linkedin.com/in/clarekay

https://www.facebook.com/KayProofreading

Podcast Description

When you move for a new job, to live with someone after a long-distance relationship, or to explore the benefits of a new lifestyle, moving countries occurs as an opportunity, but it still might be a bumpy ride. Moving Countries 101 presents a paradox of moving to a new destination, but it being all about the journey: the ongoing experience of having moved countries. 

Clare and her guests share the human stories of an ancient undertaking in modern times. Moving countries prompts change, and change provokes being unsettled emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. On all these fronts, moving countries promotes observation, opportunity, and discovery.

In this episode, Clare is joined by Christine Mullaney who is a TEDx speaker and the host of the Connected Communication podcast. Christine shares her journey which took her from Ireland to China, Australia, The Outback, Poland, and now Spain. 
She explains what was behind each of these moves, how she adapted, and the role empathy and the language of the universe have played in helping her communicate and feel at home in all of these countries.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Use your regrets to learn lessons in life and stop yourself from missing more opportunities.</li>
<li aria-level="1">There are stages to culture shock. Understanding what they are and preparing for them will help you to settle in faster.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Culture shock happens when you move back to your home country as well as when you move abroad.</li>
<li aria-level="1">You need to learn to adapt, but you have to be careful not to over-adapt and lose yourself.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Empathy and authenticity matter, people across the world respond positively to those qualities.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Empathy enables you to communicate effectively, often, despite language barriers and significant cultural differences.</li>
<li aria-level="1">When you feel fear, acknowledge that you are feeling it, ask where it comes from, and decide what to do about it.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
‘Spain is where my soul sings. ´
‘Opportunity costs. There is always. a cost to pursuing opportunities.’
‘Language isn´t  just words.’
 
GUEST AND EPISODE RESOURCES
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/connected-communication/id1678060305">https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/connected-communication/id1678060305</a>
Christine TedX - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMJpC0HOdXs">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMJpC0HOdXs</a>
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinemullaney?originalSubdomain=es
The Alchemist - <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alchemist-Paulo-Coelho-ebook/dp/B00U6SFUSS">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alchemist-Paulo-Coelho-ebook/dp/B00U6SFUSS</a>
Culture Shock - <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Culture-Shock-Living-Working-Abroad/dp/1606088106">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Culture-Shock-Living-Working-Abroad/dp/1606088106</a>
Terrence Howard Hidden Frequency Rhythms - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPN17LvF4BU">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPN17LvF4BU</a> 
ABOUT THE HOST
Clare has moved countries many times throughout her life, from China to Taiwan, Nigeria, Zambia, and the USA. She has also travelled the world for various businesses and now wishes to impart her advice to others to save them time, money, and energy. 
Clare follows three principles central to her endeavours. First, she looks outward internationally, working with people overseas or of different nationalities. Second, she is obsessed with communication, having learned French, German, and Mandarin Chinese. She also teaches English and works as an editor for others’ work. Clare is passionate about making a difference through her coaching in the world of personal development. 
CONTACT METHOD
<a href="http://www.kayproofreading.com">www.kayproofreading.com</a> 
<a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/clarekay">www.linkedin.com/in/clarekay</a>  
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KayProofreading">https://www.facebook.com/KayProofreading</a>
Podcast Description
When you move for a new job, to live with someone after a long-distance relationship, or to explore the benefits of a new lifestyle, moving countries occurs as an opportunity, but it still might be a bumpy ride. Moving Countries 101 presents a paradox of moving to a new destination, but it being all about the journey: the ongoing experience of having moved countries. 
Clare and her guests share the human stories of an ancient undertaking in modern times. Moving countries prompts change, and change provokes being unsettled emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. On all these fronts, moving countries promotes observation, opportunity, and discovery.

When you move for a new job, to live with someone after a long-distance relationship or to explore the benefits of a new lifestyle, moving countries occurs as an opportunity, but it still might be a bumpy ride. Moving Countries 101 presents a paradox of moving to a new destination, but it being all about the journey: the ongoing experience of having moved countries.  



Clare and her guests share the human stories of an ancient undertaking in modern times. Moving countries prompts change, and change provokes being unsettled emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. On all these fronts, moving countries promotes observation, opportunity, and discovery.

When you move for a new job, to live with someone after a long-distance relationship or to explore the benefits of a new lifestyle, moving countries occurs as an opportunity, but it still might be a bumpy ride. Moving Countries 101 presents a paradox of moving to a new destination, but it being all about the journey: the ongoing experience of having moved countries.  
 
Clare and her guests share the human stories of an ancient undertaking in modern times. Moving countries prompts change, and change provokes being unsettled emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. On all these fronts, moving countries promotes observation, opportunity, and discovery.

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