#97 Navigating expat life decisions as a couple, with Wiebke Anton
Thu Feb 05 2026
What if you’re navigating an expat life decision… But you’re not doing that alone? (by the way, doors to The Co-Pilot are open!)
In this episode of This Expat Life, I sit down with Wiebke Anton, a relationship coach who works specifically with expat couples and internationally mobile professionals. Together, we explore what really happens beneath the surface when couples are navigating moves, repatriation, career sacrifices, and the unspoken fear that one decision could change everything forever.
We talk about why decision-making often feels heavier abroad, how power imbalances quietly show up in expat relationships, and why avoiding difficult conversations can slowly create distance - even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. We also dive into how perfectionism, fear of irreversibility, and the pressure to “make it work” can prevent couples from having honest, connecting conversations.
If you’re in a relationship and navigating big expat life decisions - whether you’re moving together, meeting abroad, or feeling stuck between options - this episode will help you feel less alone and more empowered to talk about what truly matters.
We’d love to hear what resonates for you!
And want to join the workshop we are talking about in this episode? Join The Co-Pilot! Doors are now open until February 17th, when we kick off with live personalized support again. The Co-Pilot is where you leave the expat waiting room and transform your overthinking into a solid next chapter of your global life.
And when you join now, you get access to the live workshop (and the replay) by Wiebke, so you can navigate your decisions alongside your partner.
Board here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot
Links & Resources:
🌐Connect with Wiebke: https://www.help4love.com/about# or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiebke-anton/
📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime
💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com
🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com
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What if you’re navigating an expat life decision… But you’re not doing that alone? (by the way, doors to The Co-Pilot are open!) In this episode of This Expat Life, I sit down with Wiebke Anton, a relationship coach who works specifically with expat couples and internationally mobile professionals. Together, we explore what really happens beneath the surface when couples are navigating moves, repatriation, career sacrifices, and the unspoken fear that one decision could change everything forever. We talk about why decision-making often feels heavier abroad, how power imbalances quietly show up in expat relationships, and why avoiding difficult conversations can slowly create distance - even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. We also dive into how perfectionism, fear of irreversibility, and the pressure to “make it work” can prevent couples from having honest, connecting conversations. If you’re in a relationship and navigating big expat life decisions - whether you’re moving together, meeting abroad, or feeling stuck between options - this episode will help you feel less alone and more empowered to talk about what truly matters. We’d love to hear what resonates for you! And want to join the workshop we are talking about in this episode? Join The Co-Pilot! Doors are now open until February 17th, when we kick off with live personalized support again. The Co-Pilot is where you leave the expat waiting room and transform your overthinking into a solid next chapter of your global life. And when you join now, you get access to the live workshop (and the replay) by Wiebke, so you can navigate your decisions alongside your partner. Board here: https://www.amandamaximecoaching.com/the-co-pilot Links & Resources: 🌐Connect with Wiebke: https://www.help4love.com/about# or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiebke-anton/ 📸 Connect on Instagram: @amandamaxime 💌 Share your reflections: info@amandamaximecoaching.com 🌐 Explore more: amandamaximecoaching.com