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Almost Local #48 | Quitting a Career to Start Over Abroad: Finding Peace in Portugal
Episode 48
Monday, 16 March, 2026
What really changes when you move abroad? In this episode of Expat Experts, Caline Malek shares her journey from high-pressure journalism to aligned living in Portugal — and how Human Design can help expats avoid burnout and find clarity.Moving abroad isn’t just about visas, housing, or cost of living — it’s also an internal journey. In this episode of the Expat Experts Podcast, I’m joined by Caline Malek — former nuclear-energy journalist turned Human Design reader and energy practitioner — currently living in Portugal.Caline shares her powerful expat journey across Monaco, Dubai, and Portugal, and how relocation triggered deep questions around identity, burnout, alignment, and belonging.Together, we explore:• What expat burnout really looks like (and why it’s so common)• How moving abroad can activate identity shifts• The emotional and energetic challenges of starting over• What Human Design is — and how it helps expats make better decisions• Why some countries feel aligned and others draining• How to thrive abroad instead of just surviving🎧 Listen if you want a deeper, more honest conversation about expat life beyond logistics.🎙️ Guest: CalineBased between Lisbon and Dubai, she has spent over 15 years in journalism, highlighting regional issues and advocating for positive change. Transformative work with an energy healer led her on a decade-long spiritual journey, exploring meditation, yoga, energy healing, hypnosis, and crystal healing.🔗 Guest LinksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calinebynatureYouTube: https://www.facebook.com/people/Your-Human-Design-by-Caline/Website: https://www.calinebynature.comSend us a message!PodMatchLike a dating app by matching hosts and guests for podcast interviews with process automations.Level8 LuggagesUse code LEVEL8Expat10 at checkout for 10% off your next travel companion!Slate and KeyThe Key To Your New Life. A experience to curate the life of your dreams in the Portugal.StartAbroadPersonalized relocation services for professionals, retirees, families, and digital nomads.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showCheck the episodes in video in Youtube 🎥:https://www.youtube.com/@almostlocalstoriesFollow us on social media 📲:https://www.instagram.com/almostlocalstorieshttps://www.tiktok.com/@almostlocalstorieshttps://www.facebook.com/almostlocalstories🌎✈️ Join our Almost Local Network now and connect with a global community of like-minded adventurers!
