In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford sits down with cross-cultural communication expert Kathy Ellis to explore the intricate world of cultural adaptation and repatriation.
From her humble beginnings in small-town Midwest America to living in six different countries and visiting over 40, Kathy shares her fascinating journey of becoming a global citizen and helping others bridge cultural divides.
Throughout the conversation, Kathy delves into the complexities of developing a cross-cultural mindset, emphasizing that true cultural understanding goes far deeper than simply recognizing surface-level differences. She discusses the emotional challenges of cultural adaptation, particularly focusing on the often-overlooked struggles of repatriation, which she describes as "painful" based on her own experience returning to the US after seven years in Brazil. The discussion touches on important topics like building friendships across cultures, managing professional relationships in new environments, and the transformation that occurs when living abroad.
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