This week on the podcast Keith speaks to Joy Fajardo, a marketing professional living in PEI, Canada. Joy and her husband moved from The Philippines to Singapore and more recently to Canada. As they start a new life in a new country together, Joy shares the conversations and experiences that led them to making a big life decision despite having different perspectives.

* How to get on the same page when you want different things* How immigrating to a new country can affect your relationship with your partner * Addressing fears and concerns about moving to a new country and starting a new life together* Why communication is key to expressing your goals to your partner

Takeaways

* Lean into scary topics like immigrating – it can only make your relationship stronger* Listen to your partners perspectives, big decisions affect both of you* Be a team player and trust that your partner can handle your unfiltered thoughts (your partner is your partner for a reason)* Consider the timing of your communication

Resources

* Visit Joy Fajardo on Youtube* Follow Joy Fajardo on Instagram

Related Episodes

* How to Be a Supportive Partner Through Tough Times* Are Relationships Supposed to Be Hard* How to Argue in a Healthy Relationship