From City to Château: A New Life in France

Karen Kissane, a 49-year-old business coach, shifted her family's life dramatically when she moved to France. It all began after she faced career setbacks in the UK. Karen decided to start her own coaching business after encountering unfair treatment at her corporate job. Her income soon surpassed her husband's, allowing him to quit his high-stress job and become a stay-at-home dad. This role reversal happened just as they were planning to move to France, where they purchased a beautiful château. Karen believes that this move has not only increased her family's quality of life but also strengthened their bonds. Her children, aged 8 and 10 at the time, have become fluent in French and adapted beautifully to their new environment. Karen's business has thrived, thanks in part to the slower pace of life in France. She now runs retreats at their château, offering clients a unique blend of business strategy and French culture. Despite the challenges of navigating a new culture and language, Karen feels that she has given her family a priceless gift by making this daring move.