All The Transitions - Turning Her World Upside-Down to Move Down Under - Interview with Zen Nguyen

"Transforming and Thriving," hosted by best friends (Brooke, Stacie, and Neelia) is a podcast dedicated to showcasing the stories of resilient women who have persevered through pivotal transitions and/or traumas. In this episode, Zen Nguyen, a California native turned Australian, shares her incredible story of multiple transitions occurring simultaneously… starting a new relationship, leaving a successful 17-year career with 24 Hour Fitness, moving from California to Australia, and becoming a mom. Listeners will feel like they are on the edge of their seats as she shares her unique and compelling story of her unforgettable European adventure and whirlwind romance with her (at the time) penpal, Joel, including their journey along the Camino de Santiago. Upon returning home to California, she discovered she was pregnant. She made a bold leap and moved across the world to start a family and a new life. Zen recounts the ups and downs of this period of major change, the grief and the excitement, and how she has come to a place of feeling at home again with herself and her new community.Zen was born and raised in Southern California, worked at 24 Hour Fitness in the Bay Area for 17 years, and is currently working at Lululemon as the Community Lead for Adelaide and Assistant Store Manager for Rundle Mall in Australia. She is now a proud mom of a curious and energetic 6-year-old boy named Jackson and brings her passion for community and connection to her work at Lululemon. Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving Click here https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6 to get a free meditation download as well!Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMKThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any affiliated organizations or sponsors. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional regarding any questions you may have. Listener discretion is advised.