Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

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Bonjour! I’m Patricia Brooks, an American who moved to France at 51 in search of a different kind of life. Living abroad has stretched me🙄, challenged me😣, and transformed me 🤗 in ways I never expected. On this channel you’ll find conversations about life in France, moving abroad, mindset, reinvention, identity, and what it really takes to create a fulfilling life overseas. Interested in working with me to overcome fear and self-doubt so you can finally start your life overseas? Book a complimentary call here: thecouragecatalyst.com/futureexpat

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Is living in France all you need to learn French?

Is living in France all you need to learn French? Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

607 views - 1 week ago

Moving Abroad Isn't the Hard Part—This Is

Moving Abroad Isn't the Hard Part—This Is Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.1K views - 3 weeks ago

Another Culture Shock in France It Took Me Years to Realize

Another Culture Shock in France It Took Me Years to Realize Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

3.9K views - 1 month ago

What It's Really Like Taking the French Civics Exam?

What It's Really Like Taking the French Civics Exam? Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

4.2K views - 1 month ago

Moving to Paris? Watch This First | Dream vs Reality

Moving to Paris? Watch This First | Dream vs Reality Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

768 views - 1 month ago

After 8 Years Living in France, I’m Facing This Again

After 8 Years Living in France, I’m Facing This Again Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

16K views - 1 month ago

Living in France and the struggle to understand (An American's Perspective)

Living in France and the struggle to understand (An American's Perspective) Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

9.7K views - 2 months ago

Live Abroad long term with this one quality

Live Abroad long term with this one quality Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

696 views - 2 months ago

Life in France update Vlog

Life in France update Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.3K views - 3 months ago

Why People Move Abroad… and then Leave After a year or two

Why People Move Abroad… and then Leave After a year or two Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

689 views - 3 months ago

How I see my move to France now

How I see my move to France now Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

847 views - 3 months ago

I didn't expect to feel this way living in France

I didn't expect to feel this way living in France Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

2.8K views - 4 months ago

Since I've been living in France, I do more of this

Since I've been living in France, I do more of this Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1K views - 4 months ago

You know HOW to Move Abroad… So Why Are You Still Stuck?

You know HOW to Move Abroad… So Why Are You Still Stuck? Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

597 views - 5 months ago

What Kind of Help Do You REALLY Need to Move Abroad?

What Kind of Help Do You REALLY Need to Move Abroad? Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

246 views - 5 months ago

I moved to France and this ONE thing helped me believe it was possible

I moved to France and this ONE thing helped me believe it was possible Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

959 views - 5 months ago

How I Knew Living in France Was Right for Me

How I Knew Living in France Was Right for Me Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

2.4K views - 6 months ago

5 reasons Living in France has made me take MORE chances

5 reasons Living in France has made me take MORE chances Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.4K views - 6 months ago

Moving to France at 50+: What Everyone Wants to Know

Moving to France at 50+: What Everyone Wants to Know Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.3K views - 7 months ago

From Doubt to 8 Years Living in France

From Doubt to 8 Years Living in France Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

940 views - 7 months ago

9 cultural shifts you'll make living in France

9 cultural shifts you'll make living in France Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.8K views - 7 months ago

Moving to France Changed How I See Starting Over

Moving to France Changed How I See Starting Over Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

855 views - 8 months ago

Living in France | How I got through Year 1

Living in France | How I got through Year 1 Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

619 views - 8 months ago

Living in France & Looking for Love: My Experience

Living in France & Looking for Love: My Experience Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

10K views - 8 months ago

France Vlog 2025: Mini life update

France Vlog 2025: Mini life update Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.2K views - 8 months ago

How to Thrive Living Abroad Long Term

How to Thrive Living Abroad Long Term Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

957 views - 9 months ago

Moving to France for Healthcare? Watch This First!

Moving to France for Healthcare? Watch This First! Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

2K views - 9 months ago

Is it really that hard to make friends in Paris?

Is it really that hard to make friends in Paris? Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

318 views - 9 months ago

The Risks vs. Rewards of Moving Abroad | Walkalong Vlog

The Risks vs. Rewards of Moving Abroad | Walkalong Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

686 views - 9 months ago

Learning a Language to Move Abroad? Try this!

Learning a Language to Move Abroad? Try this! Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

994 views - 10 months ago

My journey moving to France and beyond | My Story

My journey moving to France and beyond | My Story Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1K views - 10 months ago

Living in France - mini vacation vlog | Walk-along Video

Living in France - mini vacation vlog | Walk-along Video Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

643 views - 10 months ago

Am I more French or more American after living in France for over 7 years?

Am I more French or more American after living in France for over 7 years? Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

959 views - 10 months ago

My 2025 Journey So Far | Midyear update

My 2025 Journey So Far | Midyear update Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

614 views - 11 months ago

I live in France, but I still have my challenges | France Vlog

I live in France, but I still have my challenges | France Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.4K views - 11 months ago

Why having a move abroad plan might not be enough.

Why having a move abroad plan might not be enough. Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

515 views - 11 months ago

Living in France: Summer Vlog 2025

Living in France: Summer Vlog 2025 Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.2K views - 11 months ago

Moving to France and starting a business there? New rule.🙄

Moving to France and starting a business there? New rule.🙄 Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

900 views - 1 year ago

Ready to Live Abroad? Work on this! Episode 1

Ready to Live Abroad? Work on this! Episode 1 Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

640 views - 1 year ago

American living in France | Cherry Festival Vlog

American living in France | Cherry Festival Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

2.4K views - 1 year ago

How to plan and manage time BEFORE moving abroad

How to plan and manage time BEFORE moving abroad Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

410 views - 1 year ago

Moving Abroad for Personal Growth: My Story, My Challenges, My Why

Moving Abroad for Personal Growth: My Story, My Challenges, My Why Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

812 views - 1 year ago

Don't make these mistakes when moving abroad | Walk Along video

Don't make these mistakes when moving abroad | Walk Along video Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.2K views - 1 year ago

How my life in France is different because I learned French (in French with English subtitles)

How my life in France is different because I learned French (in French with English subtitles) Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

4.4K views - 1 year ago

Living in France | Walking Vlog

Living in France | Walking Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.5K views - 1 year ago

5 Things I Miss from the U.S. 🇺🇸 | Life Abroad in France

5 Things I Miss from the U.S. 🇺🇸 | Life Abroad in France Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.8K views - 1 year ago

Life in France: Easter Vlog

Life in France: Easter Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1K views - 1 year ago

How to Determine your Move Abroad SUPER POWER!

How to Determine your Move Abroad SUPER POWER! Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

702 views - 1 year ago

I had to change THIS before I could move to France

I had to change THIS before I could move to France Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.3K views - 1 year ago

Living Abroad is STILL teaching me things!

Living Abroad is STILL teaching me things! Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

698 views - 1 year ago

Living in France changed how I view time | Vlog

Living in France changed how I view time | Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

2.5K views - 1 year ago

Are you treating your move abroad like a project?

Are you treating your move abroad like a project? Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

618 views - 1 year ago

My Life in France - Sunday Walking Vlog

My Life in France - Sunday Walking Vlog Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.4K views - 1 year ago

Moving Abroad? Here’s How to Make the Most of Your Scouting Trip

Moving Abroad? Here’s How to Make the Most of Your Scouting Trip Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.3K views - 1 year ago

Moving Abroad and letting go of stuff: An honest expat conversation

Moving Abroad and letting go of stuff: An honest expat conversation Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.1K views - 1 year ago

France Vlog | Canal walk

France Vlog | Canal walk Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

787 views - 1 year ago

How I became fluent in French in my 50s

How I became fluent in French in my 50s Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

2.7K views - 1 year ago

5 subtle cultural differences: France vs USA

5 subtle cultural differences: France vs USA Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

1.7K views - 1 year ago

7 Lessons Learned from Moving Abroad | Walkalong Video

7 Lessons Learned from Moving Abroad | Walkalong Video Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

739 views - 1 year ago

These 5 skills helped me MOVE to FRANCE

These 5 skills helped me MOVE to FRANCE Patricia Brooks - The Courage Catalyst

748 views - 1 year ago