Hi there. I guess you’re wondering who I am :)

My name’s Theresa. Come on in, pull up a chair, and I’ll tell you my story.

I’m an American who’s been living in Paris, France for more than 25 years — long enough to know that expat life isn’t just buttery croissants, chilled rosé, and picture-perfect moments in front of the Eiffel Tower. It’s also paperwork marathons, identity shake-ups, homesickness in unexpected places, and yes, the occasional tears in a grocery store aisle.

I’m a Certified Integrative Wellness & Life Transition Coach for expats, and on my Substack I write about the messy and magical sides of life abroad — the ones that rarely make it to Instagram but define what it really means to build a life in another country.

Here you’ll find:

• Honest reflections on the emotional side of expat life

• Mindset shifts, encouragement, and tools to feel more grounded

• A dash of humor (because sometimes laughter is survival)

• Stories that remind you: you’re not the only one feeling this way

This isn’t just a newsletter; it’s a community for expats navigating change, searching for balance, or simply trying to feel like themselves in a new place.

If you’ve ever felt like starting over abroad is harder than anyone prepared you for, you’re in the right place. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and inspired — so you can thrive on through it all.

👉 Subscribe to join a growing circle of expats redefining what it means to belong, one story (and one step) at a time. 🌍😊