I also feel a psychiatrist should be willing to discuss the pros and cons of any decision. I haven't seen a psychiatrist in years but when i was considering something momentous she calmly talked it over with me. I like how you and your husband have decided on France. That scares me a lot less than Eastern Europe. You speak some French and are willing to learn more. France seems like a pretty benign country. The American author David Sedaris lives there and seems to like it. You're intending to do test-runs to see if you really like it.

It all seems like a less intimidating plan than when you first mentioned the idea of moving. I'm still hesitant about the idea but just because of my own experience of moving to Vancouver which was dreadful. But it's not the same thing i must admit. The fact that you're going to visit the area several times before making a final decision is a super plan! Bon chance mon amie!