FRANCE CHOSE HER: Moving to France with Purpose and Passion with Jeannette Ceja
- Bargain Homes Abroad
- Jul 15
- 2 min read
FRANCE CHOSE HER: Moving to France with Purpose and Passion with Jeannette Ceja
In this episode of Armchair Expat, Shannon sits down with Jeannette Ceja—award-winning bilingual travel journalist, international speaker, and fierce advocate for women and Latinos in travel.
From her earliest passport stamp at 9 months old to speaking on stages around the world, Jeannette has built a career fueled by curiosity, courage, and connection. Now living in the south of France and pursuing a master’s in international relations, she shares how she followed her intuition (and a few astrological nudges) to make the leap and relocate abroad.
This is a story of reinvention, purpose, and saying yes to the life that’s calling you.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How Jeannette’s childhood trips to Mexico sparked a lifelong love of travel
Why a pivotal trip to Europe at age 15 lit the flame for her future in France
Her move from California to Provence—and the moment she knew France was home
How she’s navigated people-pleasing, fear of success, and stepping fully into her worth
Her take on the power of representation in travel and media
Favorite tools and practices for inner healing, intuition, and staying aligned while abroad
Whether you're dreaming of a move to France or just looking for inspiration to trust your own path, this episode is packed with real talk, practical wisdom, and contagious joy.
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