The Gray Divorce Podcast: Episode 47 Life After Gray Divorce - Rebuilding Overseas with Jeff Opdyke

Jeff Opdyke is a testament to the sentiment that there is life after divorce

In December 2016, Jeff was divorced at age 50 after a 25-year marriage. Two months later his life was again shaken when he lost his job. As if to prove that bad things come in threes, his grandmother and great-aunt, who had been a big support to him through his divorce, soon passed away within months of each other.

But Jeff’s life got a lot better.

Divorce opened possibilities for him to create a new life for himself, to rebuild his career and finances, to further his dreams of international travel, and to pursue his passion for screenwriting.

Join us as we discuss:

• Jeff's career at the Wall Street Journal
• How one pivotal moment in 2007 reminded Jeff that he wasn't living his dreams.
• The three-part “life quake” that Jeff went through in 2016/2017 when:
  • His marriage ended.
  • He lost his job.
  • Two close family members died within months.
• A great job offer and his move in Europe in 2017
• Remarriage in 2020
• His professional writing with International Living and his passion for screenwriting.
• Life in Europe
  • Cost of Living
  • Culture
  • Health Care
  • Taxes

Resources

Jeff’s free e-letter Field Notes can be found at www.globalintelligenceletter.com

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