"Inside the Tribe": Integration and living in another country

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"Inside the Tribe" is a sharing place for women, expats who moved to another country. Maria Bertschmann talks about challenges, integration, adapting to a new culture, raising kids in a multicultural surrounding. We miss our tribe: relatives, culture, friends, roots. But we find "new" ourselves in it. How to build a new tribe, a supporting community? The purpose of the podcast is to help people who just think about moving to another country or just moved, to make their experience smooth, help them to find themselves in new environment; to share our experience and learn from each other.

Maria Bertschmann


    • Dec 16, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 26 EPISODES


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    #22. Masha. Russia - France - Singapore - Canada - Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 30:50


    In the story #22 we talk about rotation programs and travelling due to partner's career. Who then needs more support? the spouse who accompanies the move or the partner whose carrier became the reason of the move? How is it to come back to your own country as an expat? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #21. Marina. Belarus/Israel/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 39:53


    In the story #21 we talk about community and group feeling and belonging. Why do we label people? And how tolerance can help? We discuss different age to become an adult in different cultures, women in army and science and being mom/parent as a part of the career. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #20. Deveshi. India/Philippines/Singapore

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 24:34


    In the story #20 we talk about holiday destination as a living and work place. How work style of another country can be quite shocking? We discuss mental and physical transition during the moving to another country, leaving people and shift in relationship while getting older. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #19.Amal. Spain/Colombia/Guatemala/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 26:01


    In the story #19 we talk about identity and where we are in the new world. Do we limit ourselves in choosing job, direction or opportunities? We discuss remote work and variants to find yourself. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #18. JENIA. Ukraine/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 25:58


    In the story #18 we talk about switching from a temporary perspective of living in another country to a permanent one. What gives us time to observe the new environment in long term? How does it feel when you need to prove your skills and expertise if you are not from Europe originally? How to go from an idea to help others into volunteering? Do we need to feel integrated and well established in the country to have resources helping others? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #17. Elena. Estonia/Austria/Australia/Denmark/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 31:58


    In the story #17 we talk about DNA test and what surprises it can bring. How people relate and build the friendship in different cultures? What are specifics of Nordic countries? Do we feel a wall we can not break with locals sometimes? Do we develop some behavior filters in each country? How is it in your country - are people curious about foreigners? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #16. Margo. Russia/Berlin/China/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 35:28


    In the story #16 we talk about work-life balance in different cultures. How can you prepare yourself to move to exotic/absolutely different culture? will you feel yourself as an alien then? How does it feel if your skills in communication are useless in a new place? We talk also about integration via food, art and fashion. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    FOCUS #2. Multilingual kids.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 38:38


    In the FOCUS episodes you can listen to a specific topic' discussions. FOCUS #2 is dedicated to the the multilinguals, learning languages by kids and grown-ups. Joy tells us about ascents and some researches in bilingual and multilingual area. We talk how kids perceive and step into a new language, and if kids need to be equal speaking all languages they know and use. We discuss if it is bad when kids and adults mix the languages and the fact that our brain doesn't care what language we use to get the information. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #15. Suzy. UK/USA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 29:46


    In the story #15 we talk about moving to another country as a possibility to change your life and start something different. How is it to leave your job and business? And how is it to go through leaving the emotional connections? How to fulfill the need of finding "your" people, a real connection? and how deep can be a new friendship in the new country? We talk also about a partners' support during moving and integration. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #14. Julia. Russia/Israel/Canada/US/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 27:23


    In the story #14 we talk about moving as a child, and how the moving is for parents. How is it for them for find themselves in a new country? What are the differences between USA and Canada? What is "melting pot" and "mosaic"? Can we shine as we are in the new place? And is attitude can change it? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #13. AMANDA. New Zealand/USA/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 36:51


    In the story #13 we talk about freedom in childhood and what it is to be a "kiwi" kid. How does it feel to live on an island? How does work form us? And what mindset we need to get a job of our dream? We talk about surface communication and time that needs to make friends in a new place. What is it so special about New Zealand? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #12. LUKE. UK/RUSSIA/SWITZERLAND

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 32:02


    In the story #12 I have a discussion with my first male guest. We talk about travelling as a first step to feel the world and about expanding your world while you growing up. How technology helps us to stay connected? How is it raising kids in foreign environment? Is it true what films and mass media tells us about that mysterious "Russian soul"? What is the outer and inner part of feeling ourselves home? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #11.ZINEB. MOROCCO/SCOTLAND/RWANDA/SWITZERLAND

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 31:16


    In the story #11 Zineb and me talk about finding "your" people, who are the greatest gift when we move to another country. Should we always follow our partners? Or switch who makes the move? How does living simple give us another perspective? And what does it mean to live the FULL life? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    FOCUS #1.Woman/Mom. Parent/Work

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 29:25


    In the FOCUS episodes you can listen to a specific topic' discussions. FOCUS #1 is dedicated to the vision of Woman in different cultures, and what it means to be a woman. EDDY and me talk about the expectations on women' life and choice they do in their life. We also talk about how work can change after you become a parent, about part-time and temporary jobs and possibilities. We discuss childcare and how to balance your life as a working mom. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #10. DARIA. RUSSIA/CZECH REPUBLIC/Switzerland.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 32:55


    In the story #10 we talk about studies in another country. How do we choose the study? the next job? next direction? What role work can play in our life? Is random choice good? Do we need to say "YES" more often? What was your chance that you took greatly in your life? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #9.GISELA. Chile/Germany/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 29:48


    In the story #9 Gisela and me talk about how it feels to be highly educated person, but not being recognized in your profession in another country. Should people in this case look for another destiny and job? Do we switch our behavior in different countries? Does it help to think about the move as of a temporary thing? How accepting the rules and system in new place can help? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #8. SAM. UK/FRANCE/GERMANY/SWITZERLAND

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 32:28


    In the story #8 Sam tells us about moving inside the UK. What difference it make if we are truly interested in people and Is the listening to people a survival skill? Which soft skills help us in the integration process? Are there big differences between EU countries? How to build the community via activities? And for whom it is easier to integrate - introvert or extravert? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #7.SARAH. SOUTH AFRICA/SWITZERLAND

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 40:38


    In this episode we talk how it is to move to another country and come back? Is it hard to give a second try after? What is a use of "receipts" in life? What brings clarity and clear decision to stay? We talk about grandparents and quality time with them. What is African perception of time? and what can be difficult in parenting experience? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #6. RANIA. LEBANON/UK/UAE

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 34:02


    In the story #6 Rania tells us about the moving from Middle East to Europe and back to Middle East. What differences are there between Middle East countries? We talk about equality at work, about the possibilities to continue your career as a parent and about the attitude to kids. How do we adapt to different rhythms and pace of cities and countries? And how to stay positive and see benefits in being in a new country? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #5. KARIN. SWEDEN/Switzerland.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 39:42


    In this episode we make a big dive into the language topic. Are we different when we speak a different language? What was moving like in PRE-Facebook era? Why moving is still hard, though we have so many resources nowadays? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #4.MARIANA. MEXICO/SPAIN/SWITZERLAND

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 40:56


    What is the right way of finding new friends in older age? What defines your identity and what makes you the person of the world? Can our kids keep our culture? In this episode we talk about a role of taking risk and being open in the integration process. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #3. EDDY. ARGENTINA/Switzerland.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 37:45


    How is it to move from a little town to a big city? What takes to be in long distance relationship and keep friends when you are far away? How coaching can help you in a difficult situation? In this episode we talk about a role of having a job in your integration process and a way to find your new coordinates. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe www.youdarecoaching.com If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #2. MELISSA. USA/Switzerland.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 40:03


    Here we talk about learning new things all the time, and what it takes to believe in yourself and being creative! Melissa tells us a that sometimes it takes one glance to fall in love in the country and about culture differences' experience. Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    #1. MONIKA. Poland/Switzerland.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 33:36


    Hello, this is our start! In the first episode Monika and me talk about moving for some time, and staying for longer. What does it take to not have your family around? And how many languages our kids will speak? Do you live in a "bubble", if your family is from one culture? And do you become more "swiss" with the time? What are stereotypes for Poland and Switzerland? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    # Maria: Russia/Switzerland

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 33:33


    Hi! In this episode Michael Bieder helps me to  share my story with you, and what brought me to podcasting. We will talk what expectations we have when we move to another country, and if our ego helps us there, Does it help to have a local partner? And how does it feel to be local surrounded by expats? We see changes around us when we move, but do we recognize how we change ourselves? Does it give a different perspective of life? What defines us as a person and build our identity? Instagram: @basel_dragonfly, @insidethe_tribe Visit and learn more about what I do: www.youdarecoaching.com If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

    0. Introducing the "Inside the Tribe" Podcast - your host Maria Bertschmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 2:18


    Hi, and welcome to the "Inside the Tribe" Podcast. In this short intro I would like to tell you what it is about and why i do it. If you are interested in different cultures, stories about moving to another country and what it takes to integrate, feel yourself home, this podcast is for you. Connect me on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram: @basel_dragonfly and @insidethe_tribe or visit my site: www.youdarecoaching.com And don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on podcast platforms. If you like the episode, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/insidethetribe If you would like to support me, you can become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/inside_the_tribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inside-the-tribe/message

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