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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 19 MIN

I Moved to Australia Twice: Here’s The Real Reason I Left the Netherlands

from Beyonder - The Podcast · host Veerle Beelen Da Costa David

Does the place you live in support your future vision? Does it energize you or drain you? How do you know when it's time to make a change?In this solo episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee shares the deeply personal story behind her decision to leave the Netherlands and move to Australia. Not once, but twice.What started as a temporary relocation in 2018 turned into a life-changing experience that reshaped how she views lifestyle, culture, and what it really means to feel alive. After unexpectedly returning to the Netherlands during the pandemic, she found herself facing a deeper truth: sometimes, a place that once felt like home no longer aligns with who you’re becoming.In this episode, Vee shares:The moment she realized the Netherlands was no longer the right environment for herWhy she decided to move to Australia, twiceHow your environment can either support or limit your growthThe questions to ask yourself if you’re feeling stuck where you areHow to recognize when it’s time for a changeThis is a reflective conversation for anyone who feels disconnected from their current environment, or is quietly wondering if there’s more out there for them.Because often… we don’t realize how much a place impacts us until we change it.✨ Want to explore relocation, travel, identity, belonging and purpose more deeply? You can find coaching support and resources for navigating life abroad on Vee’s websiteDon’t forget to follow and subscribe to Beyonder so you don’t miss upcoming episodes.Leave a 5-star rating and review if this episode inspired you. This will support the podcast and expand its reach.Resources mentioned in this episode:Episode 3 “Make - or Break - Your Relationships? Here’s What Really Happens When You Move Abroad"Episode 8 “Find Your Ideal Place to Live, Travel & Belong with Astrocartrography”Episode 5 “Stranded in Dubai: My Travel Crisis & What You Need to Know Before You Travel”Online course “Unpack Abroad - your roadmap to move and thrive abroad”Guided Meditation to Unlock Your Future VisionFree Audio course “From Dream To Departure”Community in Australia

Does the place you live in support your future vision? Does it energize you or drain you? How do you know when it's time to make a change?In this solo episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee shares the deeply personal story behind her decision to leave the Netherlands and move to Australia. Not once, but twice.What started as a temporary relocation in 2018 turned into a life-changing experience that reshaped how she views lifestyle, culture, and what it really means to feel alive. After unexpectedly returning to the Netherlands during the pandemic, she found herself facing a deeper truth: sometimes, a place that once felt like home no longer aligns with who you’re becoming.In this episode, Vee shares:The moment she realized the Netherlands was no longer the right environment for herWhy she decided to move to Australia, twiceHow your environment can either support or limit your growthThe questions to ask yourself if you’re feeling stuck where you areHow to recognize when it’s time for a changeThis is a reflective conversation for anyone who feels disconnected from their current environment, or is quietly wondering if there’s more out there for them.Because often… we don’t realize how much a place impacts us until we change it.✨ Want to explore relocation, travel, identity, belonging and purpose more deeply? You can find coaching support and resources for navigating life abroad on Vee’s websiteDon’t forget to follow and subscribe to Beyonder so you don’t miss upcoming episodes.Leave a 5-star rating and review if this episode inspired you. This will support the podcast and expand its reach.Resources mentioned in this episode:Episode 3 “Make - or Break - Your Relationships? Here’s What Really Happens When You Move Abroad"Episode 8 “Find Your Ideal Place to Live, Travel & Belong with Astrocartrography”Episode 5 “Stranded in Dubai: My Travel Crisis & What You Need to Know Before You Travel”Online course “Unpack Abroad - your roadmap to move and thrive abroad”Guided Meditation to Unlock Your Future VisionFree Audio course “From Dream To Departure”Community in Australia

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