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Between Cultures and Continents: What It Means to Be a Diplomatic Spouse - Anna Skorobogatowa
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What does it truly mean to build a life in constant motion, while raising children, adapting to new cultures, and supporting a partner who represents a country abroad?
In this deeply personal conversation, Anna Skorobogatowa, a diplomatic spouse of 23 years across 9 countries and 4 continents, shares the emotional, invisible, and often overlooked layers of life behind the scenes. From navigating motherhood in transition to redefining identity and partnership under constant change, Anna offers rare and honest insights into what it means to be the emotional anchor of a globally mobile family.
In this episode, we talk about:
- The shared realities between expat and diplomatic families
- Raising third-culture kids and navigating school systems across continents
- Emotional labor and identity shifts in the spouse role
- Marriage, partnership, and the impact of constant relocation
- Building community, finding purpose, and creating meaningful support systems
Whether you're a diplomatic spouse, an expat partner, or simply someone navigating a life shaped by movement, this episode reminds us that your story matters, and so do your struggles.
Tune in for a thoughtful, relatable, and affirming conversation.
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