Uncertainty is one of the hardest, and most invisible, parts of this lifestyle. Not knowing if a move will happen, when it will happen, or having plans change at the last minute can leave you feeling stuck in limbo, unable to fully move forward or settle where you are.

In this episode, we talk honestly about what it means to live in the “waiting room” of diplomatic life. That in-between space where decisions aren’t yours to make, timelines keep shifting, and your nervous system is constantly on alert.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why uncertainty feels so destabilising and emotionally draining
• What happens when plans change at the last minute and how to emotionally recover
• Practical tools to help you cope with uncertainty, ground yourself in the present, and reclaim a sense of agency, even when nothing feels certain

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Anna – Instagram: @notjustaspouse | notjustaspouse.com | anna@notjustaspouse.com

Emma – Instagram: @thezestielife | emma@zestie.org | zestie.carrd.co

As the year closes, it’s tempting to jump straight into what’s next. But before we move forward, there’s so much value in pausing to honour the growth, challenges, and the victories that shaped your year.

In this episode, we reflect on three powerful questions:

✨ What are you proud of this year?

✨ What are you grateful for this year?

✨ What did this year teach you?

We share our own reflections, honestly, unplanned and straight from the heart.

We would love for you to complete your own end-of-year check-in. This is your moment to acknowledge how far you’ve come and to step into a new year with a big smile!

We’d love to hear your reflections. Truly—we’re your biggest cheerleaders. Share them with us using the contact information below.

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🎧 Connect with your hosts:

Anna – Instagram: @notjustaspouse | notjustaspouse.com | anna@notjustaspouse.com

Emma – Instagram: @thezestielife | emma@zestie.org | zestie.carrd.co

Some people seem to glow in this lifestyle, no matter the posting, the upheaval, or the uncertainty. Giulia is one of those people. With multiple relocations, drawdowns, representational roles, motherhood across continents, and an evolving career, she has not only navigated diplomatic life… she has thrived in it.

In this episode, we explore the “magic formula” behind how she does it:

- How Giulia maintained her sense of identity while supporting a partner’s career

- How she navigates raising children across borders.

- The boundaries and daily practices, rituals, and choices that keep her grounded, confident, and connected

-AND most importantly what her one magic ingredient is to thrive in this lifestyle

This episode is a warm, honest look into what it really takes to flourish as a diplomatic spouse.

ASK your questions on our anonymous link: https://tally.so/r/nP7zO5

🎧 Connect with your hosts:

Anna – Instagram: @notjustaspouse | notjustaspouse.com | anna@notjustaspouse.com

Emma – Instagram: @thezestielife | emma@zestie.org | zestie.carrd.co