Why does starting over hurt so much when you move abroad? Dive into the emotional truth behind relocation and how expat women can turn that pain into personal growth, confidence, and belonging. If you’ve ever relocated, battled homesickness, or struggled to find your place in a new culture, this episode speaks directly to you. Drawing insights from the 2024 Global Expat Survey, host Yolanda reveals how expat women in the USA and around the world can transform the challenges of cul...

Feeling lost, lonely, or disconnected after moving abroad? Yolanda sits down with Samira Kawar—a trailblazing immigrant woman from Jordan who arrived in the U.S. in 1968 and built a life of legacy, leadership, and belonging. If you’re an expat woman navigating homesickness, culture shock, or isolation, this episode offers more than validation—it offers a blueprint. You’ll learn how to use education as a tool for empowerment, how to build meaningful community, and how to shift your minds...

Feeling homesick after moving to the USA? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. In this Friday episode host Yolanda Reshemah shares three powerful ways expat women can use the wisdom of others to feel grounded, connected, and at home again. Whether you’ve just arrived or have been living abroad for years, this conversation will help you: Learn from other expat women’s stories so you can avoid common mistakes and settle faster.Turn shared experiences into ...

Feeling like you don’t belong yet? In this heartfelt episode, Yolanda Reshemah and guest Karen Giva share the truth about starting over abroad—why belonging takes time, how healing helps, and what every expat woman can do to truly feel at home in a new country. You'll learn why vulnerability matters, how to rebuild community, and what it really takes to feel at home in a new country—no matter where you are in your journey. Press play. Uncover the truth about belonging abroad...

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Are you an expat woman starting over in the USA—and wondering why this transition feels harder than you expected? Relocating abroad isn’t just about visas, moving boxes, and learning English. It’s about navigating homesickness, unspoken cultural codes, rebuilding your career, and figuring out how to belong in a place that doesn’t yet feel like home. In this heartfelt episode, you’ll hear Karen Geva’s story of moving from Israel to California and discover: Why the hardest part of adaptin...

Do you ever wonder why homesickness hits so hard when you’re living abroad—even for things you never cared about back home? In this episode of Starting Over in the USA, Yolanda Reshemah explores the hidden truth behind homesickness for expat women. From longing for food you rarely ate to missing traditions you barely participated in, this episode dives deep into the emotional side of expat life in the USA. You’ll learn how culture shock and mental health challenges can make us romanticize the...

Discover three emotional tools to help you feel grounded, confident, and emotionally safe while adjusting to life in a new country. Are you feeling disoriented, emotionally drained, or unsure of who you are since moving abroad? You’re not alone. This episode breaks down the real difference between culture shock and homesickness—and why understanding both is key to emotional resilience. You’ll learn three powerful tools to help you feel grounded, confident, and emotionally safe in ...

Simple shifts to help you feel grounded and strong in a new country. In this episode, Yolanda Reshemah and clinical psychologist Dr. Veronique Ani unpack the hidden emotional challenges expat women face—from homesickness and self-doubt to the constant search for validation. Together, they reveal why true confidence doesn’t come from a new country or a new role, but from trusting yourself. You’ll learn: How to feel grounded, emotionally strong, and truly good in your own skin, no m...

Have you ever returned home only to realize you no longer feel at home there? For many expat women, the journey of relocation is full of unexpected emotions—missing one community while trying to rebuild another, questioning identity, and wondering where “home” truly is. This episode dives into that very struggle, showing how the USA can still hold promise despite its imperfections. The surprising reasons moving back to England left me missing the USA more than expected. Press play now to unco...

What would you sacrifice for love—your career, your culture, your entire community? Dive into the story of Cristiani, a successful Brazilian entrepreneur who left behind her thriving design business, family, and culture to move to the U.S. for love. Her journey reveals the emotional challenges of starting over in a new country, balancing homesickness, cultural identity, and learning how to merge two very different worlds. Just hit the play button, discover how to balance grief for what was le...

Ever wondered what it really takes to uproot your life, move across the world for love, and start over in America? If you’re relocating to the USA—or already living here as an expat—you’ve likely felt the sting of loneliness, cultural missteps, and the struggle to find real connection. This episode is a moment from Dasha’s story,#13. Tune in now to hear why friendships don’t form as easily in the U.S., and how you can create a sense of belonging without giving up your cultural identity....

Do you need some practical insights on navigating cultural differences, social norms so you can thrive? Have you ever wondered if moving abroad means losing yourself—or finally finding who you really are? For many expat and immigrant women, relocation is more than a physical move—it’s an identity shift. This episode explores how navigating cultural differences, reinventing your career, and reshaping your sense of belonging might feel overwhelming yet deeply transformative. Find the mind...

What's one mindset shift that will help any expat woman let go of the past and truly thrive in the USA? If you’ve relocated to the USA, you know it’s more than just unpacking suitcases. It’s about navigating cultural differences, finding your footing in a new land, and deciding who you want to be now. In this episode, we revisit a powerful conversation with Theo, a German expat whose journey from California to China, through bankruptcy and back, reveals what it truly means to start over witho...

If you're a woman navigating a new country, especially the USA, and struggling with cultural differences, questioning your identity and if you belong, this episode offers you real tools to help you rebuild, reconnect, and rise. Learn how to overcome homesickness, rediscover your voice, and take bold action - even when you don't feel ready. Perfect for immigrant and expat women facing psychological transition. Inside this raw and powerful conversation, you'll uncover: How to reclaim your...

What if everything you were taught to believe about your future—your identity, your limits, your worth—was wrong? In this jaw-dropping episode, we go deep with Zainab—a Palestinian-African American woman whose life began with shaved identity, cultural rejection, and racial isolation in a village outside Jerusalem. She faced every reason to stay small. Instead, she rewrote her story. This isn’t just a comeback tale—it’s a masterclass in radical self-belief. Whether you're an immigrant, a...

Have you ever felt a quiet longing to start over abroad… only to talk yourself out of it with fear, doubt, or “what if I fail?” Before you pack a suitcase or book a one-way flight, there’s an emotional battle happening inside—and you’re not alone. In this heartfelt episode, Yolanda Reshemah pulls back the curtain on the most common fears that hold expat women back. Whether it’s fear of not being safe, not being strong enough, or not being ready, she names what so many of us feel—but rarely sa...

Have you ever wondered if the dream of starting fresh in the U.S. is really worth it? For many expat and immigrant women, the journey to start over in the U.S. begins with hope but often runs headfirst into uncertainty, emotional exhaustion and now shifting policies. In this heartfelt episode, Yolanda Reshemah opens up about what the dream really costs—and why so many still choose to keep chasing it. In this episode you will discover an honest, compassionate reflection on what it really...

This episode is a love letter to bold women who lead with story, stand out on purpose, and use cultural confidence as their superpower. In Part 2 of this heartwarming and hilariously honest conversation, Yolanda and Amy continue exploring identity, entrepreneurship, and authenticity across borders. Amy shows that embracing your cultural quirks and leading with your truth isn’t just freeing—it’s magnetic. Amy shares how her love of tea turned into a thriving U.S. business, what it'...

Your origin story is not something to hide—it's the very thing that makes you powerful. Whether you're struggling to adapt in a new country or wondering if you'll ever feel like you belong, this episode will challenge your thinking and uplift your heart. In this episode you'll discover: Your story, your origin is not a weight holding you down. It is a superpower that sets you apart. A mindset shift that turns homesickness and difference into empathy, courage, and strength&nbs...