We're Moving To Europe

www.skool.com/were-moving-to-europeAbigail (Abbie) SommaGratitude BuddiesWhat does it really take to build a fulfilling life in a new country? In this episode, Casey Kelly speaks with Abigail Somma, who has lived and worked across several countries. They explore how mindfulness, gratitude, and strong community connections can help people navigate the emotional and practical challenges of relocating abroad. Abigail shares her personal journey of creating Gratitude Buddies, a community built around skill-sharing, meaningful connections, and mindful networking. Together, they discuss managing expectations when settling into a new place, coping with the emotional ups and downs of international life, and finding practical ways to build resilience and belonging. This conversation offers thoughtful insights for anyone moving abroad, adapting to life overseas, or looking to build deeper connections in a new environment. 00:00 Rethinking the Meaning of Home 00:22 Podcast Introduction – Moving from the US to Europe 00:52 Meet Abigail Somma – Living in Spain, Italy, and Austria 01:48 Abigail’s Journey Living Abroad 03:10 From International Relations to Mindfulness and Community 04:22 The Origins of Gratitude Buddies 05:02 Why Gratitude and Community Matter After a Move 06:09 Belonging, Mindfulness, and Building Connection 07:30 Finding Community Through Shared Values 08:09 Managing Expectations When Moving Abroad 09:50 Culture Shock and Everyday Challenges in a New Country 11:29 Emotional Resilience – Humor, Crying, and Self-Compassion 13:33 Resources for Americans Planning a Move to Europe 14:57 The Hidden Mental Load of Living in Another Language 16:12 Beginner’s Mind – Staying Open to New Experiences 19:20 Guided Gratitude Meditation with Abigail Somma 23:44 Resetting Your Mindset with Mindfulness 25:00 Practical Advice for Building Community Abroad 26:07 Accepting Mixed Emotions When Moving Countries 27:02 Redefining Home and Cultivating Belonging 27:48 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Buddies Community 28:28 Outro – Thanks for ListeningProduction teamHost and Researcher: Casey Kelly – We’re Moving to Europe Producer and Editor: Magdalena Laas – Unscripted CreativesSound libraryAll the music was composed especially for the We’re Moving to Europe podcast by Sage Barton. Copyright 2025, Sage Barton.Medication background music - The Orienvibes (https://pixabay.com/users/43208736/)Extra visualsMeditation visual - Nathan Cowley, PexelImages on title slides - Photos by Pierre Blaché and Alejandra Cifre González on Unsplash

We’re Moving to Europe SubstackWe’re Moving to Europe CommunityPortugal Taxeshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=@WMTEuropeMoving to Portugal as a US citizen? Your biggest surprise might not be the visa, it’s the taxes. From double taxation myths to retirement income traps, this episode explains what Americans really need to know. In this episode, Casey Kelly speaks with Pedro Gaudêncio, a chartered accountant and CEO of Portugal Taxes, to break down how the Portuguese tax system works for US expats living in Portugal. They unpack common misconceptions that often circulate online, explain how the Portugal–US double taxation agreement actually works in practice, and why many Americans misunderstand their tax obligations after moving abroad. Pedro also explains how different types of income are treated, including US retirement income, and what digital nomads and remote workers need to be aware of when becoming tax resident in Portugal. The conversation also explores tax benefits and incentives for younger expats, why early planning matters, and why working with qualified tax professionals is essential for staying compliant with both US and Portuguese tax authorities. Whether you are planning a move to Portugal, already living there, or researching US expat tax planning, this episode offers clear, practical insight to help you avoid costly mistakes.00:00 – The tax mistake that shocks most Americans in Portugal 01:13 – The tax expert Americans wish they’d talked to sooner 04:26 – Why the US makes expat taxes so much harder 05:52 – The biggest tax myths Americans believe about Portugal 06:45 – Selling a US home? Here’s the Portugal tax trap 09:04 – Will you really be taxed twice? 13:56 – Two tax strategies every US expat should understand 15:58 – Why Google gives terrible tax advice for expats 19:38 – How Portugal taxes Social Security and 401(k)s 23:16 – Digital nomads: where your income is really taxed 26:24 – “They won’t know I’m abroad” is a risky bet 28:39 – Hidden tax perks for younger expats (NHR 2.0)Production teamHost and Researcher: Casey Kelly – We’re Moving to Europe Producer and Editor: Magdalena Laas – Unscripted CreativesSound libraryAll the music was composed especially for the We’re Moving to Europe podcast by Sage Barton. Copyright 2025, Sage Barton.

Useful Resources:We’re Moving to Europe SubstackWe’re Moving to Europe Communityhttps://serenity-portugal.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-averbukh-md-mha-7b935a44/Episode DescriptionThinking about moving to Portugal and wondering how healthcare works? In this episode of We’re Moving to Europe, host Casey Kelly talks with Dr. Michael Averbukh, CEO and Managing Partner at Serenity, a healthcare concierge service for expats and immigrants in Portugal. They discuss how Portugal’s public and private systems compare to the US, what Americans should prepare for, managing medications, navigating bureaucracy, and access to care for trans people.Whether you’re planning a relocation or already settling in, this conversation will help you understand how to prepare for your medical needs and make the most of Portugal’s healthcare system.0:00 Introduction & guest intro1:30 Dr. Averbukh’s journey to Portugal2:55 Founding Serenity and its mission4:24 Comparing US and Portuguese healthcare6:19 Public vs private systems explained9:20 Insurance and access differences12:07 Medication availability & preparation14:10 Navigating Portugal’s healthcare bureaucracy19:15 Healthcare access for trans people22:03 Tips for preparing medical care before moving27:10 How to manage care after arrival35:24 Final advice: Be preparedProduction teamHost and Researcher: Casey Kelly – We’re Moving to Europe Producer and Editor: Magdalena Laas – Unscripted CreativesSound libraryAll the music was composed especially for the We’re Moving to Europe podcast by Sage Barton. Copyright 2025, Sage Barton.B-RollAdditional royalty-free footage curated via Pixabay and Pexels

PROMOTIONBecause you're a We're Moving to Europe listener, you can get 15% off Marisa's pet travel planner or concierge services at Paws Abroad. Enter the code WMTE when you check out at https://www.pawsabroad.co/. (I'll receive an affiliate commission if you make a purchase with this code.)Episode DescriptionBringing your pets along when you move abroad can feel overwhelming. Between airline rules, health certificates, and crate training, it’s easy to feel stressed about international pet relocation. On this episode of the We’re Moving to Europe podcast, Paws Abroad founder Marisa Hoskins shares her recommendations for planning your move with pets, how to make the journey easier for both you and them, and why you may have more – and better – options than you think.Quote“Don’t wait till the bitter end. Sign up three to six months in advance, so we can help you plan. That’s how you avoid quarantine, paperwork issues, and stress for both you and your pet.”Useful ResourcesWe’re Moving to Europe SubstackWe’re Moving to Europe CommunityPaws Abroad(00:00) - Meet Annie, the Portuguese Podengo (00:48) - Welcome to We’re Moving to Europe (00:21) - Guest intro: Marisa Hoskins, founder of Paws Abroad (00:56) - Marisa’s first experience with international pet travel (00:14) - Launching her first pet company (00:32) - Why she built Paws Abroad (00:18) - The Pet Travel Planner explained (00:05) - Growing community & concierge services (00:20) - Myths about pet quarantine and cargo travel (00:01) - Paperwork, health certificates, and safe cargo travel (00:32) - Why planning 3–6 months ahead matters (00:29) - Common mistakes: carriers, bookings, breed restrictions (00:08) - Personalized support & peace of mind (00:46) - Other travel options: charters, cruises, new airline rules (00:18) - About the We’re Moving to Europe community (00:37) - Food & medication planning for pets (00:28) - Traveling with multiple pets & airline restrictions (00:15) - Best timing: why 6 months is ideal (00:26) - Advice for people worried it’s “too stressful” (00:36) - Free guide & final tips (00:41) - Community discount & contact info (00:28) - Wrap up & credits [00:00] Meet Annie, the Portuguese Podengo[00:48] Welcome to We’re Moving to Europe[01:21] Guest intro: Marisa Hoskins, founder of Paws Abroad[01:56] Marisa’s first experience with international pet travel[03:14] Launching her first pet company[04:32] Why she built Paws Abroad[05:18] The Pet Travel Planner explained[06:05] Growing community & concierge services[07:20] Myths about pet quarantine and cargo travel[09:01] Paperwork, health certificates, and safe cargo travel[10:32] Why planning 3–6 months ahead matters[11:29] Common mistakes: carriers, bookings, breed restrictions[13:08] Personalized support & peace of mind[14:46] Other travel options: charters, cruises, new airline rules[16:18] About the We’re Moving to Europe community[17:37] Food & medication planning for pets[20:28] Traveling with multiple pets & airline restrictions[22:15] Best timing: why 6 months is ideal[25:26] Advice for people worried it’s “too stressful”[26:36] Free guide & final tips[27:41] Community discount & contact info[28:28] Wrap up & creditsProduction TeamHost and Researcher: Casey Kelly – We’re Moving to Europe Producer and Editor: Magdalena Laas – Unscripted CreativesSound libraryAll the music was composed especially for the We’re Moving to Europe podcast by Sage Barton. Copyright 2025, Sage Barton.B-RollAdditional royalty-free footage curated via Pexels

The Netherlands feels familiar to people because so many people speak English, and there are a lot of things from American culture that come from Dutch culture – JanaThe real question that everyone needs to ask themselves is, what do you want your life to look like? What kind of a country do you want to live in, and what kind of a country do you want your kids to live in? – BethanyUseful ResourcesThe We're Moving to Europe Membership Community: Practical Support and Guidance for Planning your Move from the US to EuropeWe’re Moving to Europe Free SubstackJana's Resource Facebook GTFO ToursNetherlands Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND) Funda (house hunting platform)Production TeamHost and Researcher: Casey Kelly-Barton – We’re Moving to Europe Producer and Editor: Magdalena Laas – Unscripted Creatives[0:03] Introduction to the We’re Moving to Europe Community [1:47] Welcome to the Episode [2:18] Meet Bethany and Jana of GTFO Tours [2:40] Their Backgrounds and How They Met [3:52] Why They Chose to Move to the Netherlands [4:52] Starting GTFO Tours and What It Offers [6:20] Early Success and Tour Launch [6:38] Why Americans Are Attracted to the Netherlands [7:37] What Is the DAFT Visa and How It Works [10:27] Income, Freelancing, and Family Considerations [12:13] Entrepreneur Visas vs. DAFT [14:06] Dual Strategy for Spouses and Work Options [15:09] The Housing Challenge in the Netherlands [16:32] Schooling, Taxes, and Administrative Hurdles [17:54] 30% Tax Ruling and Planning Ahead [18:56] The Bureaucracy of Moving and Starting Over [19:25] Keeping US Jobs and Managing Time Zones [21:08] The Reality of the Dutch Housing Market [22:56] Misconceptions About Rent and Pitching Yourself [23:44] Budgeting and the Role of a Makelaar [25:07] How Bethany Found Her Apartment [26:02] Alternatives to Living in Amsterdam [27:35] Picking Cities Based on Lifestyle and Needs [28:53] The Housing Crisis vs. the US Context [30:15] Reasonable Timelines for Moving [31:57] How Complexity Affects Your Timeline [33:07] Downsizing and the Cost of Moving Furniture [34:12] Don't Wait Too Long to Move [35:24] Life Vision and Family Considerations [36:01] Debt, Financial Mindsets, and Cultural Differences [37:23] Building Community in the Netherlands [38:02] How to Make Connections as an Expat [40:24] Surprising Benefits of Living in the Netherlands [41:51] Bethany on Dating and Emotional Balance [42:58] Closing Remarks and Where to Find More Info [43:34] Outro and CreditsSound LibraryAll the music was composed especially for the We’re Moving to Europe podcast by Sage Barton. Copyright 2025, Sage Barton.

Social media and the web are full of useful information for Americans who are considering a move to Europe. But they’re also full of outdated, incomplete, and outright bad information that can steer you wrong on a life-changing decision. Behavioral analyst and educator Dr. Jennifer Weber shares her recommendations on how we can examine the information we find online and figure out if we can trust it."Anecdotes prompts us to ask questions, data answers these questions."Useful ResourcesWe’re Moving to Europe (Substack)Dr. Jennifer Weber (Substack)KIT Educational ConsultingProduction TeamHost and Researcher: Casey Kelly-Barton – We’re Moving to EuropeProducer and Editor: Magdalena Laas – Unscripted Creatives[00:00] Intro & Community Announcement[01:14] Welcome to the Podcast[01:46] Introducing Dr. Jennifer Weber[02:20] Dr. Webber’s Background in Behavior Analysis[03:11] Systems Thinking in Education[04:06] Why She Started Writing on Substack[04:29] Social Media's Impact on Thinking[05:29] The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media[06:35] How Social Media Shapes Engagement[07:18] How to Check Ourselves Online[08:12] Why Slowing Down Matters[09:07] Media Silos & Losing Context[10:16] Portugal Example & Public Reaction[10:49] Breaking Out of the Silo Mentality[12:09] Repetition vs. Evidence[13:12] Three Critical Questions to Ask[14:20] Critical Thinking & Mental Comfort[15:13] Interrupting the Behavior Loop[16:11] Algorithmic Influence and Personal Responsibility[17:14] Learning How to Think in a Digital World[18:28] Decoupling Emotion from Information[19:05] Understanding the Function of Information[19:45] Evaluating Data vs. Anecdotes[21:24] How to Use Anecdotes Constructively[22:59] Starting with Two Sources[23:55] Misconceptions Around Sourcing[24:49] Why Google or ChatGPT Aren’t Enough[26:00] Teaching Better Research Habits[27:11] Top Search Results vs. Quality[28:09] Applying These Skills Across Life[28:35] Dr. Weber’s Upcoming Course[30:07] Summary of Key Takeaways[31:11] Start Small, Build Better Habits[32:13] Empowerment Through Verification[32:54] Final Thanks & Closing[33:27] Outro & CreditsSound LibraryAll the music was composed especially for the We’re Moving to Europe podcast by Sage Barton. Copyright 2025, Sage Barton.

SummaryLeiden University undergraduate Fletcher Barton shares how and why he left Texas for college in Europe. He also offers tips on deciding if it fits your goals well, what to expect, and how to get ready.First, there's the independence, which feels amazing. And this, this depends on, on the personality, of course, but I find the, the independence really exciting. And you get to explore a new country. At my university, there's people from all over the world. That's, you know, I, I get to learn so much more about the world and I get so many more opportunities to, to try new things like like new cuisines or practicing a lot of different languages. Useful ResourcesSearch By Country - Beyond The StatesAdmission and application - Leiden UniversityWe’re Moving to Europe Community Pre-Launch SurveyProduction TeamHost and Researcher: Casey Kelly-Barton – We’re Moving to EuropeProducer and Editor: Magdalena Laas – Unscripted CreativesTime Stamps00:34 – Introduction to the episode: Topic overview – college in Europe00:53 – Meet the guest: Fletcher Barton, archaeology student at Leiden University01:26 – Fletcher shares his study path and plans02:24 – Regional limitations of certain degrees (e.g., law, medicine)03:18 – How studying abroad impacts long-term career goals04:33 – When to evaluate the transferability of a European degree to the U.S.05:12 – Challenges of changing majors in European universities06:36 – Fields that transfer well between countries vs. those that don’t07:06 – Comparing educational quality: Leiden vs. top U.S. schools08:15 – Breakdown of tuition costs at Leiden University08:38 – Scholarships and financial aid considerations09:25 – Differences in the admissions process (U.S. vs. Europe)10:52 – Conditional acceptance and financial proof requirements13:02 – How Fletcher found Leiden and selected his program14:00 – Using the “Beyond the States” tool to find English-taught programs15:29 – What it was like settling into life and school in the Netherlands16:53 – Bureaucracy, housing, banking, and other logistics18:50 – Fletcher's experience as an American student abroad20:07 – The social scene and student life in Europe21:07 – European universities and the lack of traditional campuses22:58 – Travel opportunities and transportation around Europe25:11 – Practical advice for students and families considering this path27:08 – Researching the right program and country fit28:19 – Planning academic requirements early (e.g., AP classes)29:25 – How to prepare between acceptance and arrival30:03 – Learning the language and getting involved in campus life31:12 – Working while studying and work permit limitations32:26 – Cultural adjustment and food differences34:22 – Final thoughts and wrap-upSound libraryAll the music was composed especially for the We’re Moving to Europe podcast by Sage Barton. Copyright 2025, Sage Barton.