Why We Choose Risk Over Comfort + Financial Sescurity | Life Lessons That Loss Has Taught U
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Last week, we received a comment on the podcast that said, "We would love to do what you are doing, but it seems too risky". In today's episode, we would like to address that comment and share a few life lessons grief has taught us. We would like to pass on the reason we travel the world, (even though we still have a big mortgage). This is why we do what we do. This is how we do it. We hope our words bring you clarity and inspiration. We love you. Thank you for your support and your wonderful comments. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who needs it, and don't...
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We Moved Our Family to CANADA for Winter. Our Honest Thoughts a Week in...
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Brian and Liz, husband and wife, are in British Columbia, CANADA. They have packed their bags and, along with their two young adult kids, have embarked on a huge adventure: Housesitting for 3 months in British Columbia, CANADA. Join them today as they share their first impressions of returning to Canada with their kids and take you on a stroll through their very beautiful BC neighbourhood to spill the beans on: The surprise of Calgary Their kids spending the night with a homeless person Being locked out in the cold Driving in Canada and feeling out of control The importance of TRUST Fearing...
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We were wrong about America
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There are a few myths and misconceptions about America that we have found to be not true, and this week, we wanted to share our experiences with you. Brian and Liz, husband and wife, are in Colorado, USA. Join them today as they take you on a stroll through their (very American) neighbourhood to spill the beans on: Being stuck out in the middle of nowhere with a stranger. A USA myth that turns out to be true, (and one we wish we had) Liz’s shock reaction after the release of her new book The biggest American myth of all, and one that rocked these two (quite adventurous and brave) British New...
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First impressions of America. A month in, here's what we think
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Suffering from loss? We see you. Liz's new book is here: Brian and Liz, husband and wife, are in Colorado, USA. Join them today as they share their first impressions of the USA and take you on a stroll through their (very American) neighbourhood to chat to you about : Their young adult kids experiencing their first-ever "night out on the town" in America Why Brian was pulled over and questioned at the airport by American customs Liz's big mistake with the release of her new book Scoring a big break with a hire car First impressions that Americans find normal (but are blowing Liz's...
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Love, loss and the heartbreaking reality of grief
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Find out more about Liz's new book: This is one of those rare conversations between a husband and wife that feels too private and vulnerable to share publicly. But share we will because I know that there is someone out there who needs to hear these words. And so I dedicate this podcast episode to you. Today, Brian interviews Liz about her newly released book: You Won't Just. Cry When They Die: Love, loss and the heartbreaking reality of grief. If you are struggling and hurting right now, please know you are not alone. I wrote this little book to be a gentle companion, to...
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We're leaving. A Few England Truths (and BIG announcement on where the family go next)..)
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After 16 years of living abroad in New Zealand, husband and wife Liz and Brian returned to their home country, England, UK, for a four-month stay. This week, the couple share a few more truths - the little things they'd forgotten about England. The things they know and love, and one thing in particular that took them by surprise in a huge way. Liz and Brian also reveal where they are heading next on their year-long world trip, including how they are affording to pay for this mammoth trip... If you are a regular watcher of the show, thank you so very much for being here with us. You are the...
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Back in Britain. Our Thoughts on England after 16 years abroad
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After 16 years away, husband and wife Liz and Brian have returned to old Blighty, England, for a three-month stay. Today, the couple reveal a few home truths, including misconceptions about England, how Britain compares to New Zealand, an in-your-face struggle they encountered at a café, and what they think will happen if their young adult children decide not to come home to New Zealand. We know you’ll love this episode. At the end of this week’s podcast, Liz also shares another reading from her soon-to-be-released book on grief, loss and healing. If you are struggling with...
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Let it Go: Releasing Anger, Money Pits + the Need to Be Perfect .
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Sometimes you just have to let it go. Even if it hurts your pride. Even if you're scared people will judge you. Even if it did cost over a grand. This week, join husband-and-wife podcasters Liz and Brian as they take you on a stroll through the English countryside and share three tough decisions they've made during their nomadic year of travel; how the UK is presenting them with challenges, and why they love each other more than ever. At the end of the podcast. Liz also shares another reading from her soon-to-be-released book on grief, loss and healing. If you are struggling with loss of...
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‘How ARE you?’ Do you really want to know or shall I lie? – The Marriage Diaries
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How ARE you? Answering the question that every struggling person dreads This week, we discuss what happened at a recent family funeral. Whether you should tell the truth when someone asks how you are. And if not, WHY not? At the end of the podcast, Liz also shares a reading from her soon-to-be-released book on grief, loss and healing. If you are struggling with loss of any kind, I think my book will help you ❤️ Thank you, as always, for being here with us. You are what makes this podcast so special. My heart beats with yours. Kia Kaha. Liz and Brian x PS: If you haven't yet joined my inner...
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When you just don't have it all together
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Has anyone REALLY got their life together? Got it all sorted? We've been married for twenty-five years, and I know we haven't. This week, husband and wife Brian and Liz feel unsettled. As they walk the canals of Bath, they get real and honest about feeling uncertain about the future and share the times they've felt completely lost on their year-long nomadic family journey. If you've ever felt like everyone else has their life together and you don't then you will love this epiosde. Get ready to hear four vulnerable stories: the panic of being asked to attend a local social gathering...
info_outline"It's been a year, get on with it".
If you are struggling with any kind of loss and want to feel supported and loved, this conversation is for you.
Not only will it help you, but you will see that you are normal, and, most importantly, not alone.
*This episode is part of our husband-and-wife healing conversations series. These podcast episodes are recorded outside. We are husband and wife, Liz and Brian, and we are currently staying on the Greek island of Paros with our two young adult kids as part of our year-long trip away from New Zealand.
The episode starts with us walking to a busy cafe. We invite you to come along with us and have a coffee and a chat. I think you need to hear this.
Kia kaha (stay strong), my brave friend. Liz and Brian x
PS: If you haven't yet joined my inner circle of friends, my life-letter readers, please do. You will be the first person I share everything with. I'd love to have you. Go here to join us.
I was beating myself up pretty badly in last week's behind-the-scenes outdoor podcast episode.
I was frustrated and hurting.
The thing is, I miraculously managed to get to be fifty-three years old without ever losing anyone significant in my life, so last year, when I lost both parents within a matter of months, I felt like I'd been thrown into the deep end of the murky waters of grief.
As you know, there is no handbook for how to grieve.
No guide, no nothing.
And I didn't know how to do it.
So I did what we all do, the only thing I knew how to do. I wiped my tears, stopped talking about it publicly, felt embarrassed if someone saw me with a tear-stained face and kept myself REALLY busy to hide the fact that I felt broken, lost and sinking in sadness.
In short, I did what I had been programmed to do. I got on with it. Hoped that it would all go away and never ever come back as long as I lived.
But now here I am. Sixteen months later. On this year-long trip. And, for the first time since my mum and dad died, I have time. Too much time, probably. And when you have lots of time and nothing to distract you, the feelings and emotions that have been pushed down into your toes bubble to the surface.
And the result is what you heard last week in this podcast.
Shame. Embarrassment. Resentment. Anger. Lost.
I am learning now (still learning) that this outburst, this wave of "I hate myself-ness", was a cry for help.
Because, like many of us who are grieving in a world that is too busy to stop, I didn't give myself the proper time.
Or attention.
I didn't know that grief is not just a "one-time-never-comes-back-emotion". That it needs to be honoured. Talked through. Given space. And time. As much time as it takes.
In this episode, Brian very patiently (god, I love this man) listens and advises while I remove the self-blame and shame veil. Remove it for all of us.
This is what a healing journey looks like.
This is grief. Showing up in the rawest, fullest, deepest, most desperately needing to be addressed kind of way.
I hope you feel my love and know that my heart will always beat with yours.
Stay strong, my darling friend.
Yours Liz x
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Liz and Brian x
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🔗 Here is the link to the grief podcast Liz talked about. Listen to is, it will help: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eI76331jY7tDlwOOiqJlA?si=x6sripXESXyyYRs-KhmTEg
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