Wildly happy: creating a life connected to nature with Kyra Fingleton | Ep 227

What does it really mean to live a happier, more fulfilling life?In this episode, we meet Kyra Fingleton, founder of Glamping Under the Stars in County Laois, Ireland, a beautiful nature retreat that began with just three bell tents and has grown into a unique space where people come to slow down, disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature, each other and themselves.Kyra shares her own journey from a career in advertising and PR to creating a business and lifestyle that gave her the freedom to raise her children surrounded by nature.We talk about the courage to step away from the expected path, the challenges of building a business from scratch, and what it means to create a life that feels genuinely happy.We explore why so many of us are craving a slower, simpler way of living, and what happens when we put down our phones, step away from screens and give ourselves permission to simply be.Kyra shares beautiful stories of families who have formed lasting friendships, children discovering the natural world for the first time, and guests who have found space to reconnect and create precious memories during difficult times.We also dive into the growing popularity of nature-based retreats, creativity, yoga and wellness, and Kyra’s passion for preserving and sharing Ireland’s rich storytelling and cultural heritage.And her gold nugget? Take time to appreciate what you already have. Sometimes, the life we’re striving towards is actually the life we’re already living.🌿 In this episode, we explore:Moving from corporate life to creating a business around natureWhat “wildly happy” really meansThe power of disconnecting from technologyWhy humans need nature, play and connectionCreating meaningful memories with the people we loveReconnecting children with the natural worldThe growing desire for slower, more meaningful retreatsIrish storytelling, culture and ancient traditionsThe importance of continually learning and following what lights you upRecognising and appreciating the life you once dreamed ofA beautiful reminder that sometimes creating a happier, healthier life isn’t about adding more; it’s about slowing down enough to notice what’s already there. 🌿_____ Kyra Fingleton is the Co-owner and Managing Director of Glamping Under The Stars, an award-winning, boutique glamping destination in County Laois, Ireland. A former London advertising copywriter, Kyra’s life turned upside down after being made redundant - leading her to travel, love, relocation, and a brand-new life in the Irish Midlands.With minimal hospitality experience and three small children in tow, she embraced the chaos to build a dream business from scratch. Ten years later, her site is celebrated for its sustainable ethos, quirky treehouse cabins, and a magical ‘hobbit village’ that delivers "wildly happy times" to families and groups alike.When she isn’t managing her tourism business, Kyra is a certified yoga teacher who loves walking in nature, wild swimming, singing, and looking for ways to calm her nervous system & celebrate the little joys in life.Find out more about Kyra and her glamping in Ireland here:www.glampingunderthestars.iehttps://www.instagram.com/glampingunderstars/