Kathy Harms Creative
@kathyharmscreative.bsky.social
Photography | Writing | Creative Life
https://kathyharmscreative.substack.com/
Author of "Resilience in the Rubble: A True Tale of Aid and Survival in Kashmir"
Notes from a Canadian living in Portugal
https://kathyharmscreative.substack.com/
Author of "Resilience in the Rubble: A True Tale of Aid and Survival in Kashmir"
Notes from a Canadian living in Portugal
What motivates a high school graduate to pursue university in another country?
Many things — but the pursuit of authenticity and deeper self-expression were key for this international student.
Hear more on this week’s #Relocurious podcast!
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Many things — but the pursuit of authenticity and deeper self-expression were key for this international student.
Hear more on this week’s #Relocurious podcast!
www.relocurious.com/p/s2e8-three...
S2:E8 Three Countries in Three Years
Finding home while on the move
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November 5, 2025 at 6:26 PM
What motivates a high school graduate to pursue university in another country?
Many things — but the pursuit of authenticity and deeper self-expression were key for this international student.
Hear more on this week’s #Relocurious podcast!
www.relocurious.com/p/s2e8-three...
Many things — but the pursuit of authenticity and deeper self-expression were key for this international student.
Hear more on this week’s #Relocurious podcast!
www.relocurious.com/p/s2e8-three...
New Relocurious Podcast episode!
From Hoboken to Paris, writer and filmmaker Catherine Stratton embraces solo travel, new adventures, and the search for home and belonging.
Listen to her journey here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e7-adven...
#podcast #movingabroad #relocurious
From Hoboken to Paris, writer and filmmaker Catherine Stratton embraces solo travel, new adventures, and the search for home and belonging.
Listen to her journey here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e7-adven...
#podcast #movingabroad #relocurious
S2:E7 Adventure and Belonging
The Journey to Find "Home"
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October 22, 2025 at 10:10 AM
New Relocurious Podcast episode!
From Hoboken to Paris, writer and filmmaker Catherine Stratton embraces solo travel, new adventures, and the search for home and belonging.
Listen to her journey here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e7-adven...
#podcast #movingabroad #relocurious
From Hoboken to Paris, writer and filmmaker Catherine Stratton embraces solo travel, new adventures, and the search for home and belonging.
Listen to her journey here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e7-adven...
#podcast #movingabroad #relocurious
Most #Relocurious podcast guests share stories of moves they’ve made. Tineke’s story is about the move she’s still striving for.
After falling in love with Scotland, she has faced setbacks at every turn. Still, she forges forward, with hope and optimism.
#immigration
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After falling in love with Scotland, she has faced setbacks at every turn. Still, she forges forward, with hope and optimism.
#immigration
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S2:E5 Knocking on a Closed Door
When Immigration Dreams Meet Obstacles
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September 25, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Most #Relocurious podcast guests share stories of moves they’ve made. Tineke’s story is about the move she’s still striving for.
After falling in love with Scotland, she has faced setbacks at every turn. Still, she forges forward, with hope and optimism.
#immigration
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After falling in love with Scotland, she has faced setbacks at every turn. Still, she forges forward, with hope and optimism.
#immigration
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New #Relocurious podcast episode!
For Joe & Tania, a milestone birthday pushed them to finally leap into life abroad. One year abroad turned into seven, dual citizenship, and a reckoning with career, ego & family.
Listen to their story here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e4-from-...
For Joe & Tania, a milestone birthday pushed them to finally leap into life abroad. One year abroad turned into seven, dual citizenship, and a reckoning with career, ego & family.
Listen to their story here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e4-from-...
S2:E4 From Canada to Australia and Back
Listen now
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September 10, 2025 at 12:37 PM
New #Relocurious podcast episode!
For Joe & Tania, a milestone birthday pushed them to finally leap into life abroad. One year abroad turned into seven, dual citizenship, and a reckoning with career, ego & family.
Listen to their story here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e4-from-...
For Joe & Tania, a milestone birthday pushed them to finally leap into life abroad. One year abroad turned into seven, dual citizenship, and a reckoning with career, ego & family.
Listen to their story here: www.relocurious.com/p/s2e4-from-...
Ever try something new & know instantly it would change your life? In 1966, my dad answered a newspaper ad for a flying lesson—and it set him on a whole new path.
Read more in "Learning to Fly".
#serialnonfiction #bushpilot
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Read more in "Learning to Fly".
#serialnonfiction #bushpilot
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The First Flight
A new direction
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September 7, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Ever try something new & know instantly it would change your life? In 1966, my dad answered a newspaper ad for a flying lesson—and it set him on a whole new path.
Read more in "Learning to Fly".
#serialnonfiction #bushpilot
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/the-first-...
Read more in "Learning to Fly".
#serialnonfiction #bushpilot
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/the-first-...
This week, meet Barbara Grassey.
She dreamed of living in Europe "someday", as she made a comfortable life for herself at home in the US.
In January 2021 that changed, and she moved solo to Portugal.
Listen to her story in a new episode of the #Relocurious podcast!
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She dreamed of living in Europe "someday", as she made a comfortable life for herself at home in the US.
In January 2021 that changed, and she moved solo to Portugal.
Listen to her story in a new episode of the #Relocurious podcast!
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S2:E3 Someday Syndrome
Turning a lifelong dream into a leap of faith
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August 27, 2025 at 7:52 AM
This week, meet Barbara Grassey.
She dreamed of living in Europe "someday", as she made a comfortable life for herself at home in the US.
In January 2021 that changed, and she moved solo to Portugal.
Listen to her story in a new episode of the #Relocurious podcast!
substack.com/@relocurious...
She dreamed of living in Europe "someday", as she made a comfortable life for herself at home in the US.
In January 2021 that changed, and she moved solo to Portugal.
Listen to her story in a new episode of the #Relocurious podcast!
substack.com/@relocurious...
In this week’s newsletter I shared some photos from our ongoing epic roadtrip through the Baltics! 🚗🏰
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Greetings from Tallinn, Estonia
The Great Baltics Road Trip 2025 is underway!
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August 18, 2025 at 6:41 AM
In this week’s newsletter I shared some photos from our ongoing epic roadtrip through the Baltics! 🚗🏰
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A double rainbow welcomed us to Slovakia this evening. 🙂🇸🇰
July 31, 2025 at 8:54 PM
A double rainbow welcomed us to Slovakia this evening. 🙂🇸🇰
Have you ever moved somewhere new and had to prove yourself all over again?
In a new #Relocurious podcast episode, Aryan shares what it’s like to start from scratch in a new country—and how identity, resilience, and rain all played a part. www.relocurious.com/p/s1e10-from...
In a new #Relocurious podcast episode, Aryan shares what it’s like to start from scratch in a new country—and how identity, resilience, and rain all played a part. www.relocurious.com/p/s1e10-from...
S1:E10 From Known to New
The art of starting over in a new country
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July 16, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Have you ever moved somewhere new and had to prove yourself all over again?
In a new #Relocurious podcast episode, Aryan shares what it’s like to start from scratch in a new country—and how identity, resilience, and rain all played a part. www.relocurious.com/p/s1e10-from...
In a new #Relocurious podcast episode, Aryan shares what it’s like to start from scratch in a new country—and how identity, resilience, and rain all played a part. www.relocurious.com/p/s1e10-from...
You want to move abroad with your partner, but you are dreaming of different countries.
In this week's Relocurious article, Michal shares smart strategies for finding common ground when your relocation goals don’t align.
#movingabroad #relationships
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In this week's Relocurious article, Michal shares smart strategies for finding common ground when your relocation goals don’t align.
#movingabroad #relationships
www.relocurious.com/p/when-you-w...
When You Want Different Things
How Couples Can Reimagine Their Future Together
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July 9, 2025 at 5:02 PM
You want to move abroad with your partner, but you are dreaming of different countries.
In this week's Relocurious article, Michal shares smart strategies for finding common ground when your relocation goals don’t align.
#movingabroad #relationships
www.relocurious.com/p/when-you-w...
In this week's Relocurious article, Michal shares smart strategies for finding common ground when your relocation goals don’t align.
#movingabroad #relationships
www.relocurious.com/p/when-you-w...
I built a life I don’t need a vacation from — but it turns out, I still need breaks.
This week’s newsletter (a few days late…) is about realizing “I can work from anywhere” isn’t always true.
#livingabroad #digitalnomad
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This week’s newsletter (a few days late…) is about realizing “I can work from anywhere” isn’t always true.
#livingabroad #digitalnomad
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"Create a Life You Don't Need to Escape From"
And other advice not to be taken literally.
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July 9, 2025 at 7:20 AM
I built a life I don’t need a vacation from — but it turns out, I still need breaks.
This week’s newsletter (a few days late…) is about realizing “I can work from anywhere” isn’t always true.
#livingabroad #digitalnomad
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This week’s newsletter (a few days late…) is about realizing “I can work from anywhere” isn’t always true.
#livingabroad #digitalnomad
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One partner dreams of Canada, the other’s content in Barcelona—how can this end well?
In this high-energy episode, Caleb & Deniz share how resilience, mindset, and committing to support each other brought them to a new life, together, in Canada.
www.relocurious.com/p/s1e9-the-d...
In this high-energy episode, Caleb & Deniz share how resilience, mindset, and committing to support each other brought them to a new life, together, in Canada.
www.relocurious.com/p/s1e9-the-d...
S1:E9 The Planner and the Dreamer
Listen now | Deniz and Caleb find their groove in Canada
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July 2, 2025 at 9:06 AM
One partner dreams of Canada, the other’s content in Barcelona—how can this end well?
In this high-energy episode, Caleb & Deniz share how resilience, mindset, and committing to support each other brought them to a new life, together, in Canada.
www.relocurious.com/p/s1e9-the-d...
In this high-energy episode, Caleb & Deniz share how resilience, mindset, and committing to support each other brought them to a new life, together, in Canada.
www.relocurious.com/p/s1e9-the-d...
"What if the culture you were born into never felt quite right? Or what if a place that once felt like home gradually starts to feel uncomfortable?"
This is one of the culture questions I consider in this week's post in Relocurious.
#movingabroad #cultureshock
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This is one of the culture questions I consider in this week's post in Relocurious.
#movingabroad #cultureshock
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Escaping Culture, Embracing Culture
Rethinking Culture Shock
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June 25, 2025 at 7:16 AM
"What if the culture you were born into never felt quite right? Or what if a place that once felt like home gradually starts to feel uncomfortable?"
This is one of the culture questions I consider in this week's post in Relocurious.
#movingabroad #cultureshock
www.relocurious.com/p/escaping-c...
This is one of the culture questions I consider in this week's post in Relocurious.
#movingabroad #cultureshock
www.relocurious.com/p/escaping-c...
What happens when you finally land in a place that fits?
This week on the pod: Hawwa shares how leaving the Maldives for Canada was a leap of faith, and one that led to greater authenticity, alignment, and freedom.
🎧 Listen here: bit.ly/45tuL8V
#Migration #Podcast #LifeTransitions #LeapOfFaith
This week on the pod: Hawwa shares how leaving the Maldives for Canada was a leap of faith, and one that led to greater authenticity, alignment, and freedom.
🎧 Listen here: bit.ly/45tuL8V
#Migration #Podcast #LifeTransitions #LeapOfFaith
Finding Freedom, and Authentic Self
A leap of faith from the Maldives to Canada
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June 18, 2025 at 7:29 AM
What happens when you finally land in a place that fits?
This week on the pod: Hawwa shares how leaving the Maldives for Canada was a leap of faith, and one that led to greater authenticity, alignment, and freedom.
🎧 Listen here: bit.ly/45tuL8V
#Migration #Podcast #LifeTransitions #LeapOfFaith
This week on the pod: Hawwa shares how leaving the Maldives for Canada was a leap of faith, and one that led to greater authenticity, alignment, and freedom.
🎧 Listen here: bit.ly/45tuL8V
#Migration #Podcast #LifeTransitions #LeapOfFaith
What better day than Father's Day to launch Chapter 1 of the story of my dad before he was my dad?
If you are interested in flying, the Canadian north, and little snippets of BC history along the way, feel free to follow along!
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If you are interested in flying, the Canadian north, and little snippets of BC history along the way, feel free to follow along!
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Chapter 1: Free-Range Kids
Early Years in the Okanagan Valley
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June 15, 2025 at 12:00 PM
What better day than Father's Day to launch Chapter 1 of the story of my dad before he was my dad?
If you are interested in flying, the Canadian north, and little snippets of BC history along the way, feel free to follow along!
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/chapter-1-...
If you are interested in flying, the Canadian north, and little snippets of BC history along the way, feel free to follow along!
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/chapter-1-...
A moment to celebrate – The Relocurious podcast has been heard in 65 countries!!
From Peru to Portugal, Hong Kong to Hungary—thank you for listening, sharing, and reminding us how universal the emotional side of relocation really is.
There are more real conversations coming!
#Relocurious #Podcast
From Peru to Portugal, Hong Kong to Hungary—thank you for listening, sharing, and reminding us how universal the emotional side of relocation really is.
There are more real conversations coming!
#Relocurious #Podcast
June 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM
A moment to celebrate – The Relocurious podcast has been heard in 65 countries!!
From Peru to Portugal, Hong Kong to Hungary—thank you for listening, sharing, and reminding us how universal the emotional side of relocation really is.
There are more real conversations coming!
#Relocurious #Podcast
From Peru to Portugal, Hong Kong to Hungary—thank you for listening, sharing, and reminding us how universal the emotional side of relocation really is.
There are more real conversations coming!
#Relocurious #Podcast
We all do it. We smile and say, “I’m fine,” when we’re not.
Our latest post on Relocurious digs into what that costs us — and how showing up more honestly can change everything.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-cost-o...
#expatlife #mentalhealth #authenticity #lifetransitions #selfcompassion
Our latest post on Relocurious digs into what that costs us — and how showing up more honestly can change everything.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-cost-o...
#expatlife #mentalhealth #authenticity #lifetransitions #selfcompassion
The Cost of Seeming Fine
How curated positivity can get in the way of real connection
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June 11, 2025 at 11:10 PM
We all do it. We smile and say, “I’m fine,” when we’re not.
Our latest post on Relocurious digs into what that costs us — and how showing up more honestly can change everything.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-cost-o...
#expatlife #mentalhealth #authenticity #lifetransitions #selfcompassion
Our latest post on Relocurious digs into what that costs us — and how showing up more honestly can change everything.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-cost-o...
#expatlife #mentalhealth #authenticity #lifetransitions #selfcompassion
June 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
We made it! This is the final chapter of my mom’s story—before she was my mom. In writing it, I learned so much about her fears, courage, and what shaped her choices. I hope reading it has meant as much to you as writing it meant to me.
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Chapter 22 - Leaving
And a new beginning
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June 8, 2025 at 3:16 PM
We made it! This is the final chapter of my mom’s story—before she was my mom. In writing it, I learned so much about her fears, courage, and what shaped her choices. I hope reading it has meant as much to you as writing it meant to me.
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/chapter-22...
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/chapter-22...
New country. New baby. New everything.
This week on Relocurious, we talk to Cressida about what it’s really like to move abroad when your whole identity is already in flux.
#expat #MovingAbroad #EmotionalWellbeing #ParentingAbroad #FindingHome
www.relocurious.com/p/what-we-le...
This week on Relocurious, we talk to Cressida about what it’s really like to move abroad when your whole identity is already in flux.
#expat #MovingAbroad #EmotionalWellbeing #ParentingAbroad #FindingHome
www.relocurious.com/p/what-we-le...
What We Leave Out When We Talk About Moving Abroad
Listen now | A podcast about the emotional and psychological aspects of relocation.
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June 4, 2025 at 3:18 PM
New country. New baby. New everything.
This week on Relocurious, we talk to Cressida about what it’s really like to move abroad when your whole identity is already in flux.
#expat #MovingAbroad #EmotionalWellbeing #ParentingAbroad #FindingHome
www.relocurious.com/p/what-we-le...
This week on Relocurious, we talk to Cressida about what it’s really like to move abroad when your whole identity is already in flux.
#expat #MovingAbroad #EmotionalWellbeing #ParentingAbroad #FindingHome
www.relocurious.com/p/what-we-le...
Thinking about moving abroad with your partner?
Ask this: Are they really on board—and how can you tell?
In my final “10 Questions” post, I share how the Joy Multiplier idea helped us navigate our biggest decision. It's not just where you go—it’s how you listen.
#MovingAbroad
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Ask this: Are they really on board—and how can you tell?
In my final “10 Questions” post, I share how the Joy Multiplier idea helped us navigate our biggest decision. It's not just where you go—it’s how you listen.
#MovingAbroad
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Could You Move from North America to Europe - Bonus Question!
Is your partner onboard with your plans?
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June 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Thinking about moving abroad with your partner?
Ask this: Are they really on board—and how can you tell?
In my final “10 Questions” post, I share how the Joy Multiplier idea helped us navigate our biggest decision. It's not just where you go—it’s how you listen.
#MovingAbroad
bit.ly/4kEu5Sy
Ask this: Are they really on board—and how can you tell?
In my final “10 Questions” post, I share how the Joy Multiplier idea helped us navigate our biggest decision. It's not just where you go—it’s how you listen.
#MovingAbroad
bit.ly/4kEu5Sy
Do you love surprises—or do they stress you out?
Many factors shape how much surprise we can handle.
Relocating to a new country brings plenty of surprises!
This week at Relocurious, Michal explores the psychology behind our reactions to the unexpected.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-surpri...
Many factors shape how much surprise we can handle.
Relocating to a new country brings plenty of surprises!
This week at Relocurious, Michal explores the psychology behind our reactions to the unexpected.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-surpri...
The Surprising Psychology of Surprises
Making the most of the unexpected moments
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May 28, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Do you love surprises—or do they stress you out?
Many factors shape how much surprise we can handle.
Relocating to a new country brings plenty of surprises!
This week at Relocurious, Michal explores the psychology behind our reactions to the unexpected.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-surpri...
Many factors shape how much surprise we can handle.
Relocating to a new country brings plenty of surprises!
This week at Relocurious, Michal explores the psychology behind our reactions to the unexpected.
www.relocurious.com/p/the-surpri...
Some things just remain relevant, like this magazine from November 1995. 😂
#techadvice
#techadvice
May 23, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Some things just remain relevant, like this magazine from November 1995. 😂
#techadvice
#techadvice
What if Brexit changed your whole life?
Today on Relocurious, Sarah and Stu share how shock led to a bold leap to British Columbia. It's a story of guts, grit, and unexpected humour.
Not all change starts with a plan. Sometimes we leap, then figure it out.
www.relocurious.com/p/from-brexi...
Today on Relocurious, Sarah and Stu share how shock led to a bold leap to British Columbia. It's a story of guts, grit, and unexpected humour.
Not all change starts with a plan. Sometimes we leap, then figure it out.
www.relocurious.com/p/from-brexi...
From Brexit to British Columbia: A Leap of Faith
A podcast about the emotional and psychological aspects of relocation.
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May 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
What if Brexit changed your whole life?
Today on Relocurious, Sarah and Stu share how shock led to a bold leap to British Columbia. It's a story of guts, grit, and unexpected humour.
Not all change starts with a plan. Sometimes we leap, then figure it out.
www.relocurious.com/p/from-brexi...
Today on Relocurious, Sarah and Stu share how shock led to a bold leap to British Columbia. It's a story of guts, grit, and unexpected humour.
Not all change starts with a plan. Sometimes we leap, then figure it out.
www.relocurious.com/p/from-brexi...
“You're moving abroad! This is the moment to pause... What happens if things don’t go to plan?”
We moved to Portugal with a plan. And then, life happened.
This one’s about financial safety nets, and why a Plan B matters more than you think.
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We moved to Portugal with a plan. And then, life happened.
This one’s about financial safety nets, and why a Plan B matters more than you think.
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/could-you-...
Could You Move from North America to Europe – Part 10
Do you have a reasonable financial safety net, and a "Plan B"?
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May 19, 2025 at 3:25 PM
“You're moving abroad! This is the moment to pause... What happens if things don’t go to plan?”
We moved to Portugal with a plan. And then, life happened.
This one’s about financial safety nets, and why a Plan B matters more than you think.
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/could-you-...
We moved to Portugal with a plan. And then, life happened.
This one’s about financial safety nets, and why a Plan B matters more than you think.
kathyharmscreative.substack.com/p/could-you-...