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Feeling drained? Learn how to charge your batteries in 2021

How often have you heard or said expressions similar to “that was emotionally draining”, “I’m exhausted, just totally drained” or “I feel I’m running on empty”? We all realise that… Read More

by Anne Whaley-Sousou MA, founder of Sousou Coaching, a personal coaching company that specialises in all members of expatriate families / 3 April 2020

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A Seeker’s Guide to Glastonbury

Welcome to my seekers’ guide to Glastonbury and its sacred sites, for those seeking to make the most of the magic you might encounter but with both feet on the… Read More

by Michelle van den Hout / 25 January 2020

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Moving: Tips For a Stress-Less Unpacking

Your move has probably been steadily on your mind for months, but today is the day: you are finally moving in! After months of mental preparation, this special day often… Read More

by Isabelle Lamy / 19 November 2019

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Diaspo: Bringing My Home To Yours

by Terry Tong / 18 November 2019

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Bilingualism in young children: the path to otherness

by Françoise Zurbach, head of school at EIFA International School – London / 10 November 2019

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Bath Perspective

by Diana White, a local historian and guide in Bath / 2 November 2019

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FOCUS is a friendly guiding hand making you feel welcome and introducing you to new experiences. My husband and I recently moved to London from the US and adjusting to…

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