{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep 181 Long-Distance Family Dynamics with Helen Ellis","description":"If you\u2019ve stumbled upon this episode, you\u2019re probably already part of a distanced family or you will be as your life as a nomad unfolds. Leaving behind your family can be one of the hardest parts of setting off on your nomadic journey.   In this episode, my guest is Helen Ellis, founder of DistanceFamilies.com and author of Being a Distance Grandparent. Helen discusses some of the common challenges and emotions for distance families (as well as the benefits!), why it\u2019s so important for each generation to understand the others\u2019 perspectives, and lots more.  In this episode: Helen\u2019s journey as a long-distance parent and grandparent Why she did her thesis on distance grandparenting The fear people have around this topic What a rich encounter is and some of the different ways to create them How to address the guilt that happens with distance  The 3 H\u2019s of progressive acceptance How to set the stage for a successful distance family experience The benefits of this family dynamic   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com\/181.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you\u2019ll get updated anytime a new episode is released!    Let\u2019s connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Nomadtopia\/. ","author_name":"Nomadtopia Radio: Digital Nomad and Expat Lifestyle","author_url":"http:\/\/nomadtopia.com","html":"