Tom Guilmard - The Van Amateur - Episode 134

Welcome to the weMove podcast.This episode came together unexpectedly and in the best way possible. Our guest, Tom, is an illustrator by day who decided to embark on a 3-month road trip around Europe, playing tennis with random players. His journey is entirely unscripted—no fixed itinerary, just word of mouth and a website: thevan.am.Road trips hold a special place in the weMove story. They’re how this podcast came to life, rooted in our belief that conversation and connection are powerful enablers. They introduce us to new people, new ideas, and experiences that shape us in profound ways.As with most road trips, there’s often a deeper reason behind the journey. While I suspected Tom had his own underlying motivation, I didn’t anticipate how deeply his story would resonate with me. His reflections on the nervous system, his need for a personal reset, and the serendipity of shared connections struck a chord. Add tennis into the mix, and it all just seemed to click.Tom is currently on the road, and you can follow his matches and adventures at thevan.am. This conversation ties beautifully into some of our previous episodes exploring the nervous system, as well as a couple of upcoming ones.Big thanks to Tom for sharing his time and story. We encourage you to check out his journey, pick up a racquet, a bat, or just move. Movement doesn’t need to be fast, far, or complicated—everything is connected, and every step takes you closer to where you need to be.From Chris and me, Peace.http://thevan.am/