Adventure Travel with Lisa Jansen - Life Done Differently

Area/TopicNew Zealand, Nomadic Lifestyle, Travel WritingLisa JansenModern-Day Nomad & WriterLife Done DifferentlyLisa Jansen is a writer and digital nomad based in beautiful New Zealand. She spent almost five years travelling full-time in her RV, meeting amazing people, challenging society's norms and exploring the great outdoors of New Zealand. Lisa shares her journey in her latest book, Life Done Differently: One Woman's Journey on the Road Less Travelled.https://www.lifedonedifferently.com/SummaryLisa Jansen, a digital nomad and author, shares her journey of reimagining her life and traveling around New Zealand. She initially came to New Zealand for a study abroad program but ended up staying and pursuing a career in marketing. However, at the age of 33, she started questioning her path and decided to take a summer off to travel in a camper van. This summer adventure turned into six years of traveling around New Zealand. Lisa emphasizes the importance of doing what makes you happy and not conforming to societal expectations. She also discusses the challenges of forming connections and community as a nomad. Lisa discusses her experience of writing books while living in a van and traveling in New Zealand. She talks about the value of time and clarity that she gained from van life. She also discusses her books, 'One Size Does Not Fit All' and 'Life Done Differently,' which emphasize the importance of understanding oneself and building a life plan based on personal happiness. Lisa highlights the uniqueness of individuals and the need to accept and embrace different desires and needs. She also provides travel recommendations for exploring New Zealand.TakeawaysDon't be afraid to question your path and explore alternative lifestyles.Start small and test the waters before committing to a long-term nomadic lifestyle.Forming connections and community can be challenging as a nomad, but there are opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals.Do what makes you happy and don't feel pressured to conform to societal expectations. Living in a van and traveling can provide valuable time and clarity for self-reflection and personal growth.Understanding oneself and building a life plan based on personal happiness is more important than following generic societal expectations.Accepting and embracing individuality and different desires and needs is crucial for personal fulfillment.New Zealand offers diverse natural landscapes and experiences, making it an ideal destination for adventure travel and exploration. Big World Made Small guest features are invitation-only and selected based on story, experience, and fit with the show. Some guests support the show through paid production features, cross-promotion, referrals, or other partnerships. This helps keep the show free of third-party ads and interruptions while keeping the focus on real, story-driven conversations.Learn more about the Big World Made Small Podcast and join our private community to get episode updates, special access to our guests, and exclusive adventure travel offers on our website.