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June 25, 2024 90 mins

What do you do if you're a traveler or nomad who feels lost in life and the world?  

During the pandemic, long-term nomad, Conni Biesalski, found herself back in her home country of Germany with no job and no plan. Fresh from a painful breakup, she was "lost, single, and lonely," as she puts it. But then, everything changed. 

Today, she's living a slow-paced, intentional, and fulfilling lifestyle with her partner and dog on the beaches of Portugal. 

If you've ever felt lonely, depressed, or confused along your digital nomad journey, this episode is for you. This episode is also for you if you're interested in living in Portugal someday. Or, if you've ever felt anxiety or apprehension about the idea of moving abroad or becoming location independent. 

 

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Topics Discussed:

  • The early days of digital nomadism
  • Living and working in the Gili Islands
  • Finding love while traveling internationally
  • Digital nomad burnout and how to heal from it
  • The Art of Slow Travel
  • How travel affects your nervous system and how to regulate it
  • Living in Sri Lanka
  • Living the slow life in Portugal
  • The cost-of-living in Portugal
  • Paying taxes in Portugal
  • Choosing to lead a "boring" life (and why you should try it)
  • The power of somatic breathwork
  • And much more!

 

Questions Answered:

  • How did you first start making money online?
  • When did you start to feel burnt out as a digital nomad?
  • How did you know you were burnt out? What symptoms did you experience?
  • What tools help with healing after a break up?
  • How did you heal your body, brain fog, and digestive issues?
  • How does your nervous system react to traveling compared to being stable in one place?
  • How did you and your partner decide on a home base location?
  • How much does your rent cost in Portugal?
  • And more!

 

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