Send us a text🎙️ Part 2 of our conversation with Anna SkorobogatowaWhat are the unspoken rules and emotional costs of life behind the diplomatic title?In this episode, Anna shares the lesser-heard realities of being a diplomatic spouse, from relocation stress and identity loss to navigating unstable regions while parenting.We dive into:The emotional toll of raising children in regions facing political unrest or conflictHow introvert vs. extrovert personalities respond differently to constant transitions and cultural adaptationThe invisible labor expected from diplomatic spouses, often with no work rights due to visa or immunity restrictionsA fascinating study: “The Role of Diplomatic Spouses: A Bourdieusian Exploration”, drawing from Pierre Bourdieu’s theory of habitus, capital, and fieldSupport systems like IDCN and the Permit Foundation that advocate for dual-career couplesWhy we need deeper, emotionally safe spaces, beyond surface-level coffee mornings, to feel seen and heardAnna’s powerful reminder:“You’re not the problem. This lifestyle wasn’t built with us in mind.”Whether you’re a trailing spouse, part of the diplomatic world, or simply curious about global life behind the scenes, this episode offers heartfelt insight and grounded hope.🎧 Watch now.🔗 Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/rootedandroutedpodcast/🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SIZRiApXjy4UzKVP1Yrzv🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-and-routed-podcast/id1755695962📷 Connect with Anna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-skorobogatowa/🔗 Connect with Anna: https://notjustaspouse.com/Connect with Sabiya: linkedin.com/in/sabiya-pathan-withoeck-5aa6684IDCN: https://idcn.info/Permits Foundation: https://www.permitsfoundation.com/ 🎧 Available now on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SIZRiApXjy4UzKVP1YrzvApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1755695962Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9fdd33e4-4e7a-4be7-b7c6-9f2ce76c5580/rooted-and-routed-podcast Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/6956558 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/rooted-and-routed-podcast/5204852 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/rooted-and-routed-podcast-5782163 Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/vbrcdo35 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/rooted-and-routed-podcast Follow us: https://rootedandrouted.com Join us and dive into the fascinating world of expat life. Your journey towards connection, culture, and community starts here.

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