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Explore the multifaceted journey of parenting and expat life in our latest episode of 'The Expat Parenting Show'. Our guest Rishikesh delves into the nuances of raising a child in a foreign country, addressing safety concerns, and maintaining cultural identity while adapting to new environments. From personal growth to practical parenting advice, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the expat experience in the UK. Tune in to uncover strategies for nurturing resilience and open-mindedness in children and learn how to thrive in a multicultural setting.

Episode Chapters: (00:00-06:02) - New Beginnings Abroad (06:03-12:53) - Moving to the UK in times of economic crisis (12:54-19:01) - Manifesting your dream life - Personal experience from Rishikesh's life (19:02-23:30) - Coming out of comfort zone (23:31-25:38) - Commonality between strangers (25:39-32:38) - The SECRET to building your network from scratch in a foreign country (32:39-41:18) - Education, Cultural Integration, Adaptation : How is it for kids? (41:19-47:57) - Rishikesh's perspective on raising a girl child (47:58-54:04) - Limiting screen time in kids (54:05-57:07) - Policing 24 x 7 is detrimental to a parent-child relationship (57:08-01:01:26) - Mental health issues & bullying in the UK (01:01:27-01:06:27) - Conclusion and Rishikesh's advice to Expat Parents

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In this engaging episode of the "Expat Parenting Show," listen as a Ruchi and her young son delve into topics that span future career dreams, the intricacies of expat life, and their personal experiences and cultural reflections. This episode offers a unique glimpse into the thoughts and questions of a young mind, as well as the mother's perspective on raising a child in a multicultural setting. Discover their takes on education, cultural identity, and the challenges and joys of parenting abroad. Episode Chapters: (00:00:00 - 00:01:46) - Introduction to the guest and teaser (00:01:47 - 00:04:08) - Why did I start the Expat Parenting Show Podcast? (00:04:09 - 00:07:42) - Do we have all answers as parents? (00:07:43 - 00:09:38) - Importance of reading, types of books & Riansh's recommendation of a book for someone his age who does not like reading (00:09:39 - 00:10:47) - Importance of writing from a child's perspective (00:10:48 - 00:11:41) - Riansh's dream of future career (00:11:42 - 00:13:24) - What is the difference between Knowing and Believing? (00:13:25 - 00:15:34) - Example of how you can talk to your child (00:15:35 - 00:19:18) - India's life, Population, Indian culture and other cultures, Festivals (00:19:19 - 00:22:45) - Religion and Gods from the perspective of a child (00:22:46 - 00:25:47) - India and geography and learning about new places (00:25:28 - 00:29:35) - Cricket trivia, IPL, famous Indian cricket players (00:29:23 - 00:31:16) - Some trivia about India (00:31:17 - 00:33:14) - Did you know that birds are the only living dinosaurs? Conversation on philosophical questions and observations from the child (00:33:15 - 00:38:16) - Concluding Remarks & Riansh's advice to parents

This was a candid conversation between Ruchi and her son that might inspire you or your partner with some ideas on how to talk to your child.

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Looking to integrate your expat child into Luxembourg's education system? This episode provides valuable insight into schooling in Luxembourg and how to navigate the education system effectively.

Welcome to the seventh episode of our Expat Parenting Show, where we dive into the complexities of the Luxembourgish education system with Dwayne Godding, an American expat working at Luxembourg's Ministry of Education.

This episode offers an in-depth look at the schooling options available for expat families, the structure of both public and private sectors, and practical advice for parents navigating this multilingual system. Our discussion covers how young children adapt to new languages, the crucial role of parental involvement, and the integration and support systems available for expat children. Additionally, we explore special education provisions and how the system prepares students for the workforce.

Don't miss the detailed explanations and insights that could help you make informed decisions for your children's education in Luxembourg. Episode Chapters:

(0:00) - Introduction and Welcome (1:32) - Guest Introduction: Dwayne from the Ministry of Education (4:40) - Overview of School Tracks and Options in Luxembourg (10:02) - Discussion on Language Requirements and Integration in Schools (15:30) - Benefits and Challenges of Multilingual Education in Luxembourg (20:45) - Deep Dive into Secondary Education Tracks (25:50) - Comparisons between Luxembourgish and International Schools (31:08) - Curriculum Difference Between the Luxembourgish Schools & International Schools in Public Education System of Luxembourg (39:54) - Exposing Children to Multiple Languages - Yes or No? (49:12) - Supporting System for Expat Families for Language Learning (52:43) - What is there in the Luxembourgish Education System for Children with Special Needs? (01:01:25) - Roles of Parents in a Child's Education (01:08:58) - How does Luxembourgish Education System prepares Children for the workforce? (01:24:00) - Concluding Remarks

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