In this live call, we talked about something every expat and mover faces: how to find your people in a new environment — especially in smaller communities. Marina and Irina shared their real-life experiences from Istria, building connections, and creating opportunities instead of waiting for them to happen. If you’ve moved (or are planning to), this replay will resonate with you 🌿 🔗 Grimalda Sessions by Marina:https://www.marinacosic.com/product-page/grimalda-sessions The next Grimalda Session is right around the corner (Feb 17th) – a beautiful chance to connect in real life. Don’t miss it. 🔗 Follow Irina’s journey and book a visit:https://www.instagram.com/irinakivela/ 👇Watch the replay and tell us in the comments: What helped you feel at home in a new place?

Topic I had in mind lately: How to blend into a new society by creating opportunities instead of waiting for them. 💛 Come live, listen, ask, share. 👉 Join the call

It is a pleasure to be a part of this group, so here I am, Irina ,living on a hill above the smallest town in the world Hum, where life still follows the seasons more than the clock. This is home for me — in the forests, meadows, and among the people of this land. I would like to support expats in finding their way into real life in Istra: understanding the place they live in, the local mindset, daily rhythms, small unwritten rules, and the nature surrounding them. From when and where to forage asparagus or mushrooms, to learning how to read the landscape, and feeling less like a visitor and more like part of the lived story. I offer botanical walks and share local knowledge, weaving together nature, creativity, hands-on crafts, languages, and storytelling. If you have a house or land, I can help you sense it, shape it, and turn it into a home with soul — a place that tells your story, not just one that looks good or rents well anyway... If you’re drawn to a slower, deeper, more alive way of living here — the kind you won’t find in guidebooks — feel free to reach out. I love this land, I love people, and I’m happy to share what I know .

We're embarking on an exciting journey together, and I'm thrilled to have you here. Take a moment to introduce yourself to the community. Share a bit about who you are, what brings you here, and what you're passionate about. Need a starting point? Here are some questions to get you going: 🌍 What place do you call home, and where do you currently reside? 🌱 What goals or projects are you currently working on? 💼 What's your passion or area of expertise? 🌟 What excites you most about being part of this community? 🤝 Who are you hoping to connect with and learn from here? Feel free to answer any or all of these questions, and don't hesitate to share anything else you'd like us to know. Irena ☘️