Leaving home for a Job?
Are you facing the prospect of one partner working abroad while the other stays behind to manage family responsibilities? Whether it’s a career opportunity too good to pass up or a necessary move for financial stability, grappling with the idea of split-family assignments can be challenging. In episode #42 of the Holding the Fort Abroad…
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Overcoming resentment, exhaustion and feeling stuck
Feeling stuck, exhausted and resentful are common feelings for the partner who stays at home, whether they are working outside the home or not. Find out how to avoid these three dangers.
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We make frequent travel work
A while back I asked a holding the fort mum if she would be willing to speak about her experience living outside her home country, with a partner who frequently travels. Here are her answers. Do you relate? What has it been like for you with a partner who travels a lot? It is tough. We…
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Boost your emotions when apart
As a child growing up, we never celebrated much as a family. Birthdays yes, but not much more. I have recently been reminded that even small celebrations can boost our emotions and have a very positive impact on both our mental health and our experience of everyday life. I read an article in the Harvard…
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I Gave Up My Career For My Spouse’s Job, Now What?
Have you given up your career because it is too hard to maintain full time work and hold the fort when your partner is away for work? Maybe you have lost yourself along the way and do not know what your passion is anymore. Use my SEEDS framework to start building what you want without destroying the life you already have.
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Parenting Together When Apart (Not Solo Parenting)
Why the term “solo parenting” isn’t accurate when your partner is away for work— and how to parent together across distance without disconnection.
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Split location families can build a strong unit
Families where one partner is away a lot for work or is living and working in another country for long periods don't often realise they are under more pressure than families who don't have this lifestyle.
However, I truly believe that split location families can build a strong unit, be a happy family with happy individuals even when living apart. I have witnessed families who are living this reality.