Ep 181 Long-Distance Family Dynamics with Helen Ellis

Nomadtopia Radio: Digital Nomad and Expat Lifestyle

If you’ve stumbled upon this episode, you’re probably already part of a distanced family or you will be as your life as a nomad unfolds. Leaving behind your family can be one of the hardest parts of setting off on your nomadic journey.

In this episode, my guest is Helen Ellis, founder of DistanceFamilies.com and author of Being a Distance Grandparent. Helen discusses some of the common challenges and emotions for distance families (as well as the benefits!), why it’s so important for each generation to understand the others’ perspectives, and lots more.

In this episode:

• Helen’s journey as a long-distance parent and grandparent
• Why she did her thesis on distance grandparenting
• The fear people have around this topic
• What a rich encounter is and some of the different ways to create them
• How to address the guilt that happens with distance
• The 3 H’s of progressive acceptance
• How to set the stage for a successful distance family experience
• The benefits of this family dynamic

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