Control your life
Used to be a Superwoman?
I used to be in charge of my life. Why not here?!
Am I going to be able to look after my children?
Going from Wonderwoman to a frightened child is hard on our nerves. We used to be in the center of our life: a job we mastered, a neighbourhood we trusted, rules we knew.
And now? Even buying toilet paper is a Superman’s job. Loosing control on everyday tasks is a real challenge. Get it back!
How to get control on your life again, in France
When you are in despair, with tears of rage coming up to your eyes, you need a warm hug. And a friendly help.
I know how frustrating it can be to loose power over your own life. Feeling desperate in front of tasks so banal you did not even notice them back home…
Here is my warm hug. Breathe. And my friendly help.
You are not alone! Other expats have been through all this. They figured it out! As you will. Read their interview to understand how and why. I told you: you are not the first one. And I know you will control your life again. Wonderwoman in France. 
You probably have a lot of time off. And want to stay healthy, in shape and attractive. 
Entering a French gym might be very intimidating. Click to read my friendly help.
The idea of the article struck when I saw Anders, danish, washing bed sheets using the wool program as « laine » (wool) sounds like « lit » (bed) in French. Some household tasks are FAR from obvious when performed in another language. Make your husband read this when he uses the washing machine!
I know stressful it can be to have to record your answering machine message. And leaving a message after the tone! Here are the scripts ready-to-use. For you.
Ever felt clueless in a Sephora? Not being able to ask for what you wanted? It hurts! It happened to me a lot. A good life is also about feeling pretty. Here are the basics you will need to be « la plus belle ».