Plan, Pack and Minimize for Moving Abroad
Online Workshop
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- Are you overwhelmed by the thought of preparing your home for an expat lifestyle?
- Do you feel like you have too much “stuff” and don’t know where to begin?
- Does the thought of shipping your things overseas make you uncomfortable?
Then this workshop is for you!
Together, we can overcome these fears and move into your expat lifestyle with less stress and more money in your pocket!
Plan, Pack and Minimize for Moving Abroad
Online Workshop
Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 10:30AM ET to 1:00PM ET
You can participate online from your own home!
Why is the stress of your home and belongings holding you back?
You’ve dreamed of living in another country for as long as you can remember—or perhaps the dream is more recent. Either way, the allure of immersing yourself in a vibrant new culture, indulging in distinctive cuisines, and embarking on an exhilarating fresh chapter is impossible to ignore.
But something’s holding you back. Despite your excitement, it feels like your dream is always just out of reach.
Why? Why haven’t you made real progress toward moving overseas?
Dreaming of sipping coffee on the terrace of a café in your ideal country is one thing. But preparing for that life—especially downsizing your current one—can feel overwhelming. Letting go of possessions, decluttering years of accumulated items, and deciding what to keep, sell, or donate can leave you stuck.
Stuck in the details.
Stuck in indecision.
And stuck in the life you’re ready to leave behind.
Let’s break free of that feeling and take real steps to simplify, so you can move forward toward your dream life abroad.
- How do I decide what to keep, sell, donate, or discard?
- What’s the best way to downsize sentimental items without feeling guilty?
- How do I determine what I’ll actually need in my new country?
- Should I ship my belongings, store them, or buy everything new after moving?
- What are effective strategies for selling unwanted items quickly?
- How can I declutter and downsize without getting overwhelmed?
- What should I do with large items like furniture or appliances?
- Are there specific items I should avoid taking when moving abroad?
- How do I involve my family or housemates in the downsizing process?
- What tips can help me stay organized while downsizing for an international move?
Phew! That’s a lot of questions, and needing answers to all of them leads to analysis paralysis, procastination, and fear that gets you nowhere.
But where do you go from here? Where can you get the help you need it sorting through the noise?
We have exactly what you need!
Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad Online Workshop
On Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 10:30AM ET to 1:00PM ET, Dr. Christopher Wells and Patricia Brooks, two seasoned expats will host the Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad Online Workshop!
Created by Dr. Christopher Wells and Patricia Brooks, expats living in Spain and France respectively, to help you find answers to your questions, create an actionable plan, and build the confidence to work your plan with intention so you can move to the country you’ve been dreaming about, once and for all.
This workshop is for you if you are ready to go from:
- Not knowing what to do or where to start to having a roadmap that shows you the steps you need to take before, during, and after your move
- Feeling overwhelmed by clutter and indecision to having a clear, actionable plan to downsize your possessions
- Struggling to let go of sentimental items to confidently decluttering with purpose, knowing you’re keeping what truly matters for your new life overseas
- Being unsure of what you’ll need in your new home to having a well-thought-out packing list tailored to your destination and lifestyle
- Wasting time researching and second-guessing yourself to following a proven system that saves time and eliminates confusion
- Feeling alone in your journey to gaining access to expert guidance and a supportive community that encourages you every step of the way
- Doubting your ability to make such a big life change to seeing tangible progress toward your dream of living abroad
- Getting stuck in analysis paralysis to confidently taking decisive actions that move you closer to your international adventure
- Believing that a move abroad is not likely or possible for you to seeing a path forward that will get you unstuck and moving forward with an unstoppable momentum
Don’t miss this unique event!
Saturday, March 22, 2025
10:30AM ET to 1:00PM ET
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Here’s what you get when you sign up for the Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad Online Workshop:
When you sign up, you’ll participate in an interactive, engaging, and personalized event. We have designed this event to share the wealth of our experiences to overcome your obstacles and challenges for your expat dream.
Learn from the Experts!
You will learn through the combined experience of two expat thought leaders. Seasoned Expats Patricia Brooks of The Courage Catalyst and Dr. Christopher Wells of the Clever Expat have developed methodologies that will support your success.
Real (and realistic) answers!
You’ll finally have the opportunity to ask your questions about becoming an expat. This is your opportunity to explore your dreams and talk with others who are on the expat journey with you.
A solid plan!
You’ll learn what to do before, during, and after your expat move. Many people dream of becoming an expat, but you will have the tools to actually make it happen.
Access to a new adventure abroad!
You’ll be able to define your own personal expat approach. Being an expat is not a “one size fits all” approach, and you will learn how to create a unique expat lifestyle that is distinctly yours!
Organizer and notebook!
Comprehensive workbook to use throughout the workshop and your expat move. Together, we will cover a great deal of material in the workshop. With this bonus, you will have our “secret notes” that reflect our expat experiences and challenges, so you can avoid them!
What’s in the course?
Module 1: PLAN
Why do I want to be an expat? Where do I want to live? What do I want to take with me?
In this section, we will discuss the importance of clarity in your expat goals and how that impacts what you take with you. In our combined experience, we have learned that a clear vision of your lifestyle allows you to overcome challenges more effectively. Some questions that we address include:
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- What will my future lifestyle look like in another country?
- Will I be able to simplify my life for a more meaningful experience in my new home country?
- How do I identify what I currently have, what can be simplified NOW, and what things are important to me?
- Where can I find shipping resources for the things I wish to take with me?
Module 2: PACK
How do I turn my plan into a reality? How do I “rehome” those things that I won’t take? How will my possessions fit into my new home?
In this module, we will focus on the logistics of minimizing, downsizing, and eliminating. We will also discuss what we have learned from other expats who have moved abroad and shared their experiences with us. In this section, we’ll address the following questions:
- Preparing for your new home: what do you need to know about clothes, tools, appliances, and electronics.
- How do you find new homes for things you won’t need?
- How will you envision your new home space and what you can bring?
- What have we learned from other expats about their downsizing and moving processes?
Module 3: MINIMIZE
How do I move away from a lifestyle focused on possessions? How can I maintain a lower-stress, less encumbered adventure?
Many people seeking a life abroad want a simpler, more authentic life. In this module, our focus turns to minimizing physical items and maximizing our life experiences and adventures.
- What will be your expected living situation? Will you move into a furnished or empty living space?
- Are you anticipating buying or renting your new home?
- How do you maintain a minimalist lifestyle abroad?
- What will a simpler lifestyle look like for you you when it is unemcumbered by “things”?
- What is the emotional side of minimizing?
- What do you gain when you live a more minimalized lifestyle?
Bonus #1
Access to the Video Workshop: How to Stop Being an Outsider Living Abroad
Feeling like an outsider after moving to a new country is natural, but it doesn’t have to define your experience. In this insightful and engaging video workshop, facilitated by Patricia Brooks, The Courage Catalyst, you’ll uncover practical strategies to build meaningful connections, reduce loneliness, and create a thriving social life in your new environment. And you’ll learn the three often overlooked elements that will help you build a strong, supportive community abroad and how to put them to use in your building friendships strategy.
Bonus #2
Discounted price on an upcoming Clever Expat course offerings. When you register, you also receive a discount code for Clever Expat 101: Your Essential Guide to Starting a Happy Life Abroad that will run on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 9:30AM – 11:30PM ET.
During this course, you’ll embark on a virtual exploration of diverse topics, gain insights into unique interests, cultural landscapes, and cost of living considerations. We’ll help you delve into the factors that make certain countries particularly appealing to you, aligning your personal aspirations with the realities of each destination.
Bonus #3
Follow-up communications to maintain your motivation. Attending a workshop is a powerful step toward your goals, but the real magic happens after. Follow-up communications keep the momentum alive, helping you stay focused and inspired as you implement what you’ve learned.
Through thoughtful follow-ups—such as emails, check-ins, or bonus resources—you’ll receive ongoing guidance, practical tips, and timely reminders to overcome obstacles and stay on track. These touchpoints reinforce your commitment, provide clarity when challenges arise, and celebrate your progress.
What you get with your workshop registration:
- Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad Online Workshop – Interactive and engaging workshop with Patricia Brooks and Dr. Christopher Wells, two seasoned expats
- Event recording so you can revisit your learning experience after the event.
- Access to the “How to Stop Being an Outsider Abroad” video training.
- A discount on Clever Expat 101: Your Essential Guide to Starting a Happy Life Abroad
- All course materials and workbook
- Follow-up communications and early notice of future events
All this for only $247!
Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 10:30AM ET to 1:00PM ET
Early Bird Discount before February 28, 2025!
Sign up early for just $197—save $50 off the regular price of $247!
Use code EARLYBIRD50 when you register!
Meet Your Instructors!
Patricia Brooks www.TheCourageCatalyst.com
After falling in love with the French language, Patricia dreamed of living in France. Despite years of struggle, she turned her dream into reality in 2018 through careful planning, mental preparation, and overcoming obstacles. Now happily residing in the south of France, Patricia is passionate about empowering others to believe in themselves and their dreams, helping them shift from saying “IF I move abroad” to “WHEN I move abroad.” Her coaching clients have successfully settled in France, Portugal, and Germany, where they are building communities and thriving.
Read more about Patricia here!
Dr. Christopher Wells, www.CleverExpat.com
After first discovering Spain during an academic residency, Christopher has been an expat twice. First from 2013-15 and now since 2021, he can proudly say that Valencia is is his home. Christopher runs a Clever Expats meetup that has earned a 4.8/5.0 rating with 320+ responses.
Christopher is fond of saying, “every adventure is 50% excitement and 50% not having a clue.” It’s not easy being an expat, especially at first, but Christopher has found a direct path from being a new expat to being a seasoned resident. Through his meetups, courses, and personal coaching, he is excited to share his tips and tricks with YOU!
Read more about Christopher here!
Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad
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The Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad Online Workshop is your ultimate guide to saving time, money, and effort on your journey to achieving your expat dreams. Drawing from our combined experience working with hundreds of aspiring expats, we’ve pinpointed the strategies that will set you up for success.
Typically, we see expats spending $5,000+ on an immigration attorney, $3,000 on a relocation expert, and $15,000 or more to ship home goods. So many of these costs can be avoided or minimized with the information presented in the Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad Online Workshop.
Money-Back Guarantee: 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for 30 Days following the course
Choosing an expat lifestyle can be a difficult decision. We’ve designed this course to make those decisions simpler, and you more successful as you pursue your dreams.
However, we also know that not every course is for every person, and you may not find the value that you expected.
That’s why we are offering a no-questions-asked refund policy. If you are not satisfied with the materials, the presentations, or the overall experience, contact us for a 100% refund, less banking fees and currency exchange fees, for up to 30 days following the last course session. It’s that simple.
We are so glad you’re here!
Hi, Future Expat,
We are so glad you are here and are interested in our workshop, Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad. We have worked hard to put the very best of our own experiences into this course, and we know you will love it.
You will make real human connections on the expat adventure, and this workshop is designed to foster those relationships and build a network of support for you. We will be your loudest cheerleaders as you make your expat dream come true!
Finally, we want you to know that you are not alone, and that you can move abroad successfully. There are so many people who want to move abroad but won’t make the necessary steps. The obstacles seem too big, the move seems too expensive, and the dream starts to fade after just a few months.
That’s where Plan, Pack, and Minimize for Moving Abroad will help you. Together, we’ll make your plans, dreams, and goals a reality.
See you online on March 22!
Happy travels!
Patricia Brooks
Dr. Christopher Wells
