Dear Ladies Podcast with Ashley Holá

Did you know that despite ADHD affecting approximately 2.8% of the population, there is still a significant lack of support for individuals living with ADHD in many parts of the world? It's a staggering statistic that highlights the pressing need for increased understanding and resources for those with ADHD. In our latest episode, we had the honor of speaking with Siun, an extraordinary individual who holds the unique distinction of being the only certified ADHD coach in the Czech Republic. Siun's journey is nothing short of remarkable. After receiving her own ADHD diagnosis at the age of 35, she became deeply passionate about the topic and embarked on a transformative journey. Determined to make a difference, she traveled to the United States and underwent a rigorous year-long training program to become a certified ADHD coach. What sets Siun apart is her firsthand experience with ADHD. She intimately understands the challenges and struggles that individuals with ADHD face on a daily basis. Having a coach who truly comprehends the intricacies of your journey can make all the difference in the world, and Siun brings that empathetic understanding to her work. In this enlightening episode, Siun opens up about her personal journey as someone living with ADHD. She candidly discusses the obstacles they encounter and provides invaluable insights on how to overcome these challenges. Her expertise extends to working with children, parents, and adults with ADHD, making her perspective comprehensive and deeply insightful. We invite you to dive into this captivating conversation as Siun shares her wisdom and strategies for navigating life with ADHD. Whether you or someone you know is directly affected by ADHD or you simply seek a better understanding of this condition, this episode is brimming with valuable information. Let Siun's words serve as a source of inspiration and empowerment as she sheds light on the unique experiences and perspectives of individuals with ADHD. Together, let's foster a world that embraces and supports those with ADHD, ensuring that they receive the understanding and resources they deserve. You can find Siun at her website on www.uniquelywiredcoaching.com Or on Instagram at ​⁠@uniquely_wired_adhdcoach @siunprochazka-uniquelywire9075 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel. You can also watch the episode on Youtube. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook at Dear Ladies Network. #adhd #adhddiagnosis #adhdparent #adhdmom #adhdfamily #adhdsupport #adhdstruggles

With the increase in the ease of travel and expats, research has found an exceptional increase of interracial and intercultural marriages over the past thirty years. In the last 10 years the numbers doubled. However, the dark side of such relationships is that they are found to have a higher risk for failure, stressful conditions, divorce, and lower marital satisfaction rate, as compared to monocultural couples. Meaning on top of the normal difficulties that monocultural couples faces, interracial and intercultural couples seem to have additional sources of difficulties, which include macro cultural factors found in the family and society. In this episode we explore some of these difficulties and further provide expat women the advice needed when things seem irreparable and they seek divorce in the Czech relationship.In our upcoming episode I chat with Senior Attorney Silvie FELIX KOUBÍKOVÁ from Koubíková Legal who has helped a lot of expats with regards to family law.We cover areas such as1. The rise of intercultural and interracial relationships and their effects on marriage2. Societal views on interracial and intercultural couples in the Czech Republic3. The divorce process involving a foreigner in Czech Republic (filing, grounds for divorce, available resources for expats and the length of the divorce process)4. Legal consequences of divorce (name change, division of property, spousal support, child custody, removal of child abroad and child maintenance fees)You can watch the episode on our YouTube Channel Dear Ladies Network and also listen on Apple and Spotify.

The Czech Republic was under the capitalist regime for 33 years and it is now opening up to internationals but can some of the culture shocks foreigners face be  excused with "Its Because Of Communism"? Where does one draws the line between bad customer service by one individual to" its because of the communist mentality" as it is often referred to here. Listen to this episode to find out and also learn about first hand experiences of women of color living in the Czech Republic as I chat to Kelsey an American living in Prague. Kelsey is an activist who has been vocal about human rights in Czech especially when it comes to Roma people as well as women rights. She is a brilliant young woman studying her Masters in Prague. This episode is an eye opener to social issues when it comes to foreigners living in the Czech Republic, especially those of color.  If you want to be a part of our Dear Ladies Network Club, visit our website www.dearladiesnet.com or follow our accounts IG - @dearladies.network Fb - Dear Ladies Network. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss new episode.

An expat in Czech Republic or planning a move there? this episode was made with you in mind. Kristyna, a former expat and founder of the immigration agency, Immigreat, is dropping all the important information that will make your stay in the Czech Republic smooth and legal. This episode answers all your questions related to the bureaucracy and administration work involved in making sure you are in the country legally and can also work in process. From study visas, long term and permanent visas as well as the citizenship process, she is the information bank you need for these kind of issues . The best part, Kristyna is offering FREE services to anyone who wants to do the citizenship process with her. Yes, FREE!! and a 10% discount to those who can email her the golden rule in immigration (it is mentioned a few times in the episode). Email kristyna at kristyna@immigreat.cz. You can also find their IG account at @immigreat_cz. If you want to be a part of our Dear Ladies Network Club, visit our website www.dearladiesnet.com or follow our accounts IG - @dearladies.network Fb - Dear Ladies Network. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss new episode.

You need some inspiration to step out of your comfort zone, talk to people you normally wouldn't talk to,do things that scare you whilst making the most of every opportunity and encounter, listen to Kate, an expat and solo woman traveler as she dishes out the encounters of her travels across the globe. We start this episode by reminiscing about our time in Taiwan before soaking in to her adventurous stories. She is a definition of a risk taker and what I would could a "Yes Woman" when it comes to grabbing every presented opportunity. What an amazing way to end season 1.  Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.network Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.co

So you’ve moved to the Czech Republic, what now? How do you make friends,get recommendations about good gynecologists, relationship advice, landlord issues etc. The Expat Women in Prague group is one of the most prominent and supportive groups with 12 000 members. In this episode, we chat to the admin of EWIP and discuss some of the topics raised in the group as well as the effects of social media and how it helps expats adapt easily in a country like Prague. The effects can be generalized. Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.podcast Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.com

The loneliness that comes with being away from family is heightened around holidays bringing in anxiety for a lot of expats. In this episode we talk about the art of adjusting your holiday traditions to accommodate the new environment you might be in.the perfect gift, an experience or item?. Moreover, what do you think of traditions where people jump over fire for fertility, burning of witches, checking of virginity in young girls, black magic and psychics? Listen to this episode to find out more about the different cultural traditions. Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.podcast Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.com

Most of the time when you move to a new country regardless of age you are forced to grow up really quickly. Complications and struggles of adjusting to a new way of life might give you a hard time and a lot of us are faced with questions: who am i? Who do I want to be? And how do I get there? Today it’s just us here in the studio, Liz and Ashley and we are talking about personal growth, vulnerability and making the life you want. Join our host on their journey of going deep into their personal lives and being vulnerable on air! Interesting resources: Dr. Rick Hanson (https://www.rickhanson.net/) 369 Manifestation Method (https://themanifestationcollective.co/369-manifestation-method/) Mark Manson (https://markmanson.net/best-articles#emotionalintelligence) Books: Brene Brown - Power of Vulnerability

With the skyrocketing cases of people suffering from mental health issues, especially among expats, coupled with increased suicides, on this episode we chat with Amanda Mataija, CEO and founder of Prague Integration - a mental health service company for expats and foreigners in Czech Republic. Amanda takes us deeper into issues such as accessibility, coverage and quality of mental health services in Czech Republic, the role of language barrier in the field of mental health services, where to find therapy, how companies support employee mental health, how to recognize someone who is suffering and when to offer help as well as realizing when you are in need mental support as an individual. If you know someone or if you need mental health help, visit https://pragueintegration.cz/ where they offer individual and group support. Their rates are also tailored to meet your needs including student discounts. Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.podcast Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.com

Many foreigners start a family abroad, however starting a family can be different from country to country. This experience can be challenging for many reasons from being away from your family to the language barrier to the different customs and rules of each country. In this episode our host Ashley and our guest Temuulen share their experience with pregnancy, birth and being a new mom in Czech Republic. If you are about to be a new mom in Czechia but you’re feeling confused and overwhelmed about how everything works, this episode is for you. Additional Resources, Facebook groups: Prague Mums Group English Speaking Mums in Prague Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.podcast Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.com

Looking for a job, tips on writing your CV, cover letter, acing that interview or interested in the corporate culture in Czech Republic? this episode is for you. The Czech Republic has been rated by the Expat Insider guide as the second-best country in the world to work in for foreigners. With unemployment rates at an all time low, finding a job as an expat should be easy. In this episode, our guest, Kathlyn Chua, a CV writer and copywriter based in Prague who has helped a lot of people get their dream jobs, dishes out on the best career strategies that will help you in your job search journey as well as the uncertainties that can coexist with the job search process in Czech. Additional Resources; Need help with your CV, cover letter and Linkedin page, Kathlyn is offering a 15% discount to our Dear Ladies Podcast family. Use the code DLP015 to get your discount. Go to  www.kathlynchua.com . FB Kathlyn Chua Facebook group  Career Confidence 4 Women offers free support, tips & practical advice on CV writing and career topics. Websites for job search include Linkedin, Glassdoor, Indeed,Jobs.cz, startups.cz Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.podcast Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.com

According to studies by Booking.com, 84% of all solo travelers in the world are women. However, there are many that struggle with making a leap and embarking on their first solo trip. How do you deal with loneliness during your travels? Is there female inequality? Where do you start? We tried to answer the most popular solo travel questions for those of you that struggle with making a leap and embarking on their first solo trip. Tune in for this episode where we exchange our own travel experiences, discuss different travel styles and dive deeper into the topic of solo traveling as a woman. Additional resources and links: https://www.solofemaletravelers.club/ https://www.couchsurfing.com/ Group to find travel companions: Women Traveling from Prague

Dating can be a bit challenging as an expat because you will be meeting more people from different cultures, nationalities and races as opposed to when you are in your home country. Also, do you think having dating preferences makes you shallow or decreases your dating pool especially as an expat? Join us for this episode as we discuss the challenges expat women face with regards to the dating world and further share some helpful tips on where / how to meet potential dates. Additional resources -Groups to meet other expats on Facebook are Prague activities for women :) and Prague meetup groups. Online dating apps ;OkCupid, meetup.com, Tinder, Bumble.com . Vegan dating apps like Grazer, Green Singles, Veggie Date, and Veggie Connection Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.podcast Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.com

Meet the hosts, Ashley and Liz as they discuss their different journeys into expat life and their assimilation into the Czech Republic. Both world travelers and seasoned expats from opposite sides of the globe, the hosts breakdown the challenges faced when moving abroad and share some moving essentials: from finding a place to live, learning the language and dealing with culture shock. They also share some great tips on dealing with landlord issues that are mostly faced by expats such as rent increase, deposit fees and tenant grounds for eviction. Additional resources: Integrační Centrum Praha  https://www.icpraha.com/ Phone: 252 543 846 JUDr. Ing. Martina Kačerová https://kacerova.cz Hana Křenková

DID YOU KNOW that as a third country National with a residence permit of more than 90 days in the Czech Republic, you can access a range of amazing services FOR FREE? 🎉 That's right, free of charge! Here are just a few of the incredible services available to you: 1️⃣ Czech Language courses 2️⃣ Interpreters 3️⃣ Adaptations and integration courses 4️⃣ Legal advice (visas, contracts, etc.) 5️⃣ Professional social counseling (finding doctors, housing, kindergarten, marriage, birth, establishing a business, obtaining citizenship, pension and social benefits) How is this possible, you ask? 🤔 The Integrační Centrum Praha (ICP) @icpraha is a non-profit organization supported by the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund of the EU, the Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic, and the Municipality of the Capital City of Prague. Thanks to their funding, they provide these services free of charge, making them accessible to everyone who needs them. In this episode, I talk to Vera Bárász, a representative of ICP, who shares valuable insights about the organization, how it operates, and how expats like you can find the assistance they need through their offices. Join us on all our platforms to discover more about the incredible work of ICP and how they support the international community. 💙 You can also watch the episode on our Youtube channel. Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and follow us on social media. You can check more about IVP at their website www.icpraha.com

Struggle with saying NO or standing up for yourself when you have to? Do you understand how boundaries work? In this episode we talk with life coach specializing in the topic of boundaries, Kara Regas. Kara is an expat from the USA living and working in Prague. Why Boundaries ? Well, many of us struggle with creating healthy boundaries, whether it's with family, friends, or coworkers. We often feel guilty or uncomfortable saying "no" or establishing limits with those around us, leading to stress, anxiety, and even resentment not to mention burnout due to people pleasing . Kara addresses the concept of people pleasing and codependency, the reasons why healthy boundaries are crucial for our mental and emotional well-being. She also provides practical tips for identifying when boundaries need to be set and how to establish them in a clear and respectful manner as well as the common challenges that may arise when setting boundaries with loved ones or in professional settings. You can find Kara on Facebook at Kara Regas Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to our Youtube channel. IG @dearladies.network Facebook Dear Ladies Network LinkedIn Dear Ladies Network

Financial literacy and investing for women is not just a “good idea” but a MUST. Staying on top of your finances when living in a foreign country can be extremely challenging. From navigating the complexities of cross-border investing to making sense of potentially conflicting tax laws or maybe you don’t understand the local market or where to even start. It’s all so overwhelming to develop a solid investment strategy and financial plan to maximize your wealth. In this episode I chat with Kateřina Bendová about how to make an effective personal budget, where to invest in the Czech Republic, what to invest into, the things to consider and well as the resources available to expats. Stop postponing, invest today. You can find Kateřina on Facebook at Kačka Bendová Instagram @katerina.finance LinkedIn at Kateřina Bendová Don't forget to listen, rate, and subscribe! You can now also watch our episodes on YouTube Follow Dear Ladies podcast IG - @dearladies.network Facebook - Dear Ladies Podcast Email - dearladiespod@gmail.com

Prague is experiencing a housing crisis where there is a huge demand over supply. This has perpetuated a power play on the part of landlords breeding a culture of "take it or leave it" when it comes to the treatment of tenants. In this episode I talk with Martina Kačerová a real estate lawyer with years experience in the real estate industry mostly helping expats with the buying and selling of property as well as landlord disputes. If you are curious about the renting process or how to solve some of the common landlord disputes including but not limited to repairs, rental increase, eviction or getting your deposit back, then this episode was created with you in mind. Give it a listen and let us know your thoughts. You can reach Martina at martina@kacerova.cz or find her on Facebook Our Podcast is now available on Youtube at Dear Ladies Network, please check it out and subscribe to our channel. If you want to be a part of our Dear Ladies Network Club, visit our website www.dearladiesnet.com or follow our accounts IG - @dearladies.network Fb - Dear Ladies Network. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss new episode.