Get the Boots
This is the follow-on podcast from "Transcontinental Overload".
Everyone faces tough times. Some are chosen, others are forced upon us. What matters most is how we respond.
This podcast is about real people who have faced real challenges — setbacks, obstacles, loss, or life-altering changes, such as a move abroad — and found a way forward. Each episode dives into a personal story of resilience, courage, and sometimes transformation. My guests share what they went through, what shifted their mindset, and how they learned not just to survive, but to grow.
If you’ve ever wondered how others manage to rise from difficult moments with new strength and perspective, this is the space for you. Honest conversations. Practical wisdom. Hope for the journey ahead.
I'm Stephanie, and I love talking to people and hearing their stories. Moving on from my old podcast, "Transcontinental Overload", where I talked to guests about their experiences of moving and living abroad, I'm expanding my focus to include those who haven't moved countries. After all, life's challenges hit us all sooner or later, whether we've stayed in one country or not.
Join me as we uncover what it truly means to overcome, and how the toughest moments can sometimes open the door to the strongest versions of ourselves.
Get the Boots
77. Expat on a whim - with Christina Ferschen (Part 1/2)
Here's part 1 of two conversations I had with my friend Christina!
Christina is originally from Germany, and is currently an almost neighbour of mine here in New Jersey. Although by the time these episodes are released, she might be about to get on a plane, as her time in the US has come to an end and her family is relocating to Germany.
We talk about the crazy beginnings of her story here in the US, and what it's like to live in a very highly pressurised part of this country, the commuter belt around NYC. We compare notes - Christina has three children ranging from 9 to 14 years old - and so obviously school is a big subject, and we cover everything from competitiveness, anxiety, keeping up the perfect facade, perfectionism and overscheduling.
We also talk about friendships, some big differences between making friends here as opposed to Germany, and how important it is to keep an open mind.
Christina mentions the Harkness method - if you're interested, here's more information.
The second part of our conversation takes us to Christina's business and passion project: Human Design. Make sure you stick around if you're curious or in the mood for something a bit more spiritual. I strongly recommend that you do - Human Design is fascinating!
Get in touch with Christina on Instagram or through her website.