Each year brilliant minds from all over the world move to Stockholm – for work at universities, companies, and other organisations, for university studies, as accompanying partner, for love, or for refuge. Brilliant minds, who want to settle down, find a job, get to know the culture and understand society. This podcast is for you.
Join hosts Maria and Philip for casual conversations exploring key topics commonly discussed over coffee breaks and meals as well as pivotal events that have shaped Swedish society for generations – helping peel back cultural layers and fast track the transition to your new home. And they will bring along guests – interesting people offering their own insights from deep knowledge in different fields.
Behind the podcast is Stockholm Dual Career Network (SDCN), a non-profit network for partners and spouses of international talent in Stockholm. SDCN supports expat partners with professional events, career-related advice and by building a social network in their new hometown. Stockholm Dual Career Network is founded and run by Stockholms Akademiska Forum, a collaboration between all 18 higher education institutions in Stockholm along with the City of Stockholm.
Reach out on Instagram @stockholmdualcareernetwork or LinkedIn @Stockholm Dual Career Network (SDCN) and ask your own questions. In a following episode we might even bring an expert who can tell us all about it!
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Each year brilliant minds from all over the world move to Stockholm – for work at universities, companies, and other organisations, for university studies, as accompanying partner, for love, or for refuge. Brilliant minds, who want to settle down, find a job, get to know the culture and understand society. This podcast is for you.
Join hosts Maria and Philip for casual conversations exploring key topics commonly discussed over coffee breaks and meals as well as pivotal events that have shaped Swedish society for generations – helping peel back cultural layers and fast track the transition to your new home. And they will bring along guests – interesting people offering their own insights from deep knowledge in different fields.
Behind the podcast is Stockholm Dual Career Network (SDCN), a non-profit network for partners and spouses of international talent in Stockholm. SDCN supports expat partners with professional events, career-related advice and by building a social network in their new hometown. Stockholm Dual Career Network is founded and run by Stockholms Akademiska Forum, a collaboration between all 18 higher education institutions in Stockholm along with the City of Stockholm.
Reach out on Instagram @stockholmdualcareernetwork or LinkedIn @Stockholm Dual Career Network (SDCN) and ask your own questions. In a following episode we might even bring an expert who can tell us all about it!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we dive into the emotional and psychological challenges of moving to a new country. The process can be overwhelming, filled with excitement, but also stress, uncertainty, and cultural adjustment.
If you're feeling anxious about your move to Stockholm, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and ready to take on the world. With the help of our guest, Giorgio Grossi, you will get practical tips on how to manage stress during the transition, including how to stay grounded, cultivate resilience, and embrace new experiences without feeling overwhelmed.
Giorgio Grossi is licensed psychotherapist, and associate professor in medical psychology with a background from Stockholm University and Karolinska Institutet. He has worked extensively with research and treatment at Stressmottagningen in Stockholm, specializing in the rehabilitation of people with severe burnout syndrome. Today Stressmottagningen is virtual, offering therapy, counseling, and coaching.
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