FRANCE CHOSE HER: Moving to France with Purpose and Passion with Jeannette Ceja

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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