EPISODE · Jul 8, 2020 · 37 MIN
Having No Regrets for Giving Up a Life of "Security" -- with Nathan Vanderpool
from Pretty Sure Nothing's Wrong With You · host Angie Cazares
In this episode, we hear from Nathan Vanderpool about the life of freedom and flexibility he has built for himself in Berlin, Germany. He talks about getting his masters in Germany, and how he chose to give up a life of "security" for a life where he gets to pursue his passions and control his schedule. We also touch on the topic of how having flexibility is so beneficial for his time and relationship with his son. Take-Aways:-Figure out who is a living example of the life you want to live, and ask them how they are creating it and advice they have. People want to help, and are willing to share advice!-Surround yourself with people who are on the same journey.-Get your cost of living as low as possible.-Do a lot of inner work -- meditation, journaling, yoga, etc to help you overcome blocks and see the potential.-If one thing doesn't work, keep trying, and taking action. Don't give up!Mentioned in this episode: Human Systems (the company Nathan helped co-found)https://human-systems.org/Daniel Thorson and the Monastic Academy: https://www.monasticacademy.com/The Stoa (Peter Limberg)https://www.thestoa.ca/Please reach out to me to connect and let me know your thoughts on this episode!Website: https://www.accountabilibuddyforhire.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/accountabilibuddyforhire/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AccountabilibuddyForHireFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/prettysurewecandobetter/Support the show
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In this episode, we hear from Nathan Vanderpool about the life of freedom and flexibility he has built for himself in Berlin, Germany. He talks about getting his masters in Germany, and how he chose to give up a life of "security" for a life where he gets to pursue his passions and control his schedule. We also touch on the topic of how having flexibility is so beneficial for his time and relationship with his son. Take-Aways:-Figure out who is a living example of the life you want to live, and ask them how they are creating it and advice they have. People want to help, and are willing to share advice!-Surround yourself with people who are on the same journey.-Get your cost of living as low as possible.-Do a lot of inner work -- meditation, journaling, yoga, etc to help you overcome blocks and see the potential.-If one thing doesn't work, keep trying, and taking action. Don't give up!Mentioned in this episode: Human Systems (the company Nathan helped co-found)https://human-systems.org/Daniel Thorson and the Monastic Academy: https://www.monasticacademy.com/The Stoa (Peter Limberg)https://www.thestoa.ca/Please reach out to me to connect and let me know your thoughts on this episode!Website: https://www.accountabilibuddyforhire.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/accountabilibuddyforhire/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AccountabilibuddyForHireFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/prettysurewecandobetter/Support the show
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