Moving abroad is an exciting, life-changing decision—but what happens when guilt, doubt, and other people’s opinions start creeping in? Whether it’s family members questioning your move, friends who don’t understand, or your own inner voice telling you to ‘be responsible,’ setting boundaries and standing firm can feel really hard.
In this episode, I’m joined by Tiffani Barton, a coach who helps recovering "nice girls" (and yes, nice boys, too!) break free from people-pleasing and speak up for what they actually want.
Together, we dive into:
✔️ The biggest struggles nice people face when making big life changes
✔️ How to navigate difficult conversations about your move abroad
✔️ Why guilt is not a good reason to stay stuck
✔️ How to set boundaries with confidence (without feeling like a jerk)
✔️ What to do when people don’t support your decision
✔️ The secret to moving abroad without second-guessing yourself
If you've ever felt guilty about leaving aging parents, disappointing friends, or ‘breaking the rules’ of what’s considered responsible, this episode is a must-listen.
Resources Mentioned:
📖 Grab Tiffani’s free book on overcoming the Nice Girl mindset
🎙️ Join her Telegram channel for bite-sized audios on confidence & boundaries
📝 Sign up for her free masterclass “How to Say No While Still Being Nice” on April 1st
💻 Blueprint: Rewriting The Nice Girl Identity Checkout Page
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Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:
- #101 Enneagram & Moving Abroad: How Personality Shapes the Experience with Coach Lee Milligan
- #35 How to Talk to Your Friends and Family About Moving Abroad
- #97 It’s Never Too Late: How Lori Moved to Paris at 60—Cats, Family Friction, and All
- #79 The Hidden Cost of Playing Small: Why It's Time to Bet on Yourself and Move Abroad
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