Overseas Life Redesign: Recent Episodes
Dawn Fleming
Fun, relaxed and inspirational interviews with people who are really Living the Dream. Listen to conversations with courageous souls who stepped out of their comfort zone and designed a new life. They'll share their experiences, wisdom and offer practical steps you can take to redesign your life...overseas. Discussions about cultural acceptance, adaptation, and tolerance for the way others do things. We explore what binds us together as human beings and how to Master the Inner Game of moving away from your home country. Gain the mindset and wisdom required to live the life of your dreams. How to navigate other people’s opinions about the personal decisions we make. Listen and you’ll know that if you can dream it, You Can Achieve it
At age 60, Tom got a job at a shipyard in Panama City, Florida after completing a 5000 mile sailing journey that started in California. He quickly acclimated to the business and got promoted. The company culture was not team based, it was as if the different departments were competing with each other and didn't know they all had the same goal. Using his recently acquired personal development skills he was able to get the teams to work together and build a culture of cooperation in the company. Listen and learn how he was able to accomplish it.
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Taking Command with Captain Tom: Learning to Lead
Taking Command with Captain Tom: How Saying "Not This!" Led to Work I Loved
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In this episode Dawn dives into how our relationships with ourself and others develops. In the home environment for sure, but also when we enter and go through the educational system. In Claim Your Dream Life, Dawn explains how we have BIG DREAMS when we are children, believing we can be and do anything we want. Then we become conditioned over time to temper our dreams and be "realistic". By they time we reach adulthood, sadly just earning a steady paycheck is often our new “Dream”.
What can we do? Dawn believes the answer lies in revamping the current system as our Industrial Era educational system’s one-size-fits-all approach often leaves students disconnected with each other, bored and disinterested in learning. There is good news.
A non-profit called Transcend is partnering with communities to LISTEN to young people and learn how we can reinvent learning and the educational system.
Read the results of the 8 month listening study, Conversations with Kids: Insights From a Year of Listening.
Use Transcend's Free Guide to start your own conversation with a young person.
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:
How Radical Forgiveness Improves All of Your Relationships with Marina Valentina George
Teaching and Coaching: I Love My Work That Makes a Difference with John Fleming
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In this episode Dawn's guest is Marina Valentina George, an Emotional Release Facilitator and Coach who helps her clients find power in their pain and heal the heart. As we delve into our quarterly topic of relationships and building community, the best place to start is the relationship we have with ourselves. If you don't have a good one, it's very difficult to develop good relationships with others. Listen and discover:
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How and why childhood trauma can be a block to relationships.
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What happens to us and our relationships if we do not clear the trauma.
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How the healing process works and the different ways to approach the healing.
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Strategies, tips and techniques to build healthy relationships with others.
To connect with Marina you can go here. To access Marina's Free Gift/Mediation go here.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
The Science of Happiness Part 7: How to Nurture Good Relationships
Issues in the Tissues: Forgiveness is a Gift to Yourself
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Although reluctant to go to Las Vegas with her friend for a network marketing convention, Dawn got out of her comfort zone and went anyway. Apparently, it was her date with destiny as the keynote speaker was Robert Kiyosaki. Dawn had heard about his books, but never read any of them.
The information she heard was truly life changing. In fact, Rich Dad Poor Dad is The #1 Best-Selling Personal Finance Book - Ever. The Cash Flow Quadrant, is actually Kiyosaki’s second book. It goes further in depth about the framework he introduces in the first book. They both books are both worth a read, in Dawn's opinion. How much did you learn about money, finances and how to build wealth at home, or in school? These books really shaped Dawn's financial literacy and empowered her to live the life of her dreams instead of dying at her desk as a lawyer! Listen and learn:
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The four different ways to make money.
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Why the "E" quadrant is the least favorable method.
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How leverage is better than trading time for money.
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Why getting out of your comfort zone can have miraculous results!
Order you copy of The Cashflow Quadrant.
Captain Tom's Bonus Book Recommendation: How to Win Friends and Influence PeopleDid you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Taking Command with Captain Tom: Learning to Lead
Change, Work, Money or Your Life: August Book Review Episode
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When she was in her mid-fifties, Diana Devi started feeling like she was fading, almost like she was becoming invisible. She wasn’t sleeping well, didn’t have any energy, was gaining weight and didn’t have the spring in her step OR a desire to do much of anything! She felt she looked older than she should and was worried that the rest of her life was going to be like that. Old, fat and wrinkled, no longer valued at work and stuck with unsatisfying personal relationships.
She went to her doctor, thinking there had to be something physically wrong with her. After a thorough exam she was told there was nothing wrong with her, she was just getting older! Shortly after, she encountered an 80 year old woman celebrating her birthday at a local restaurant. She was vibrant - laughing and having fun with her group so engaged and fully enjoying herself. Diana wanted to be that woman.
Diana wanted to live her own story on her own terms. She admired Meryl Streep and Helen Mirren, women who've aged in their industry – one that relies on looks and they have kept working on their terms … They have aged beautifully and not gotten old.
So with her 30+ years of medical experience as a pharmacist she read up on all the new and exciting innovations in the medical field. She studied holistic methods and believes in treating the body as naturally as possible . She applied what she learned and Got Her Sexy BACK. So many people noticed the changes they started asking her for help.
So she launched An Ageless Life to share her lessons and knowledge with women like her who are feeling old, have lost confidence and/or feel invisible. So they can get their Sexy Back!
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
What is Work? The Highest and Best Use of Your Life Energy
Embracing an Economic Satisfaction Lifestyle
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Few of us ever learn leadership and interpersonal development skills in school. While Tom learned many things on his journey to a remarkable career as an electrical engineer - how to work together and help others get along was not one of them. At age 50, while he was an avid fiction reader, he'd never read any personal development books. What he learned was astounding. Listen and learn:
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Why many highly talented professionals struggle with leadership and management.
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What a difference taking a new and different approach can mean in your career.
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How developing interpersonal and leadership skills can open doors that otherwise might be closed.
Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Taking Command with Captain Tom: How Saying "Not This!" Led to Work I Loved
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In celebration of Labor Day, in the USA this episode is devoted to the workers of the world. Dawn shares information and data from the US, but the trend she discusses isn’t limited to that country. There's a good reason we see so much labor unrest, with union workers striking, non-union workers organizing and pretty much all workers falling behind economically.
Dawn examines the growth of CEO pay where compensation of the top CEOs has increased 1,322.2% from 1978 to 2020. Top CEO compensation grew roughly 60% faster than stock market growth during the same period and far exceeded the 18.0% growth in a typical worker’s pay. During the pandemic the dramatic increase in CEO compensation was obscene. While millions were out of work, CEOs’ pay shot up 18.9% in 1 year.
The CEO-to-worker compensation ratio was 21-to-1 in 1965. It peaked at 366-to-1 in 2000. In 2020 the ratio was 351-to-1. The makeup of CEO compensation is shifting away from stock options, to stock awards. Vested stock awards and exercised stock options totaled $20.1 million in 2020 and accounted for 83.1% of CEO pay.
Corporate boards running America’s largest public firms are giving top executives outsize compensation packages that have grown much faster than the stock market, typical workers salaries, college graduates, and even the top 0.1%. What can be done?
Listen and discover:
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How primates (including humans) are hard wired for fairness and what happens when it is removed in scientific experiments
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Why we should care about income and economic inequality and how it impacts society.
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Policy considerations to fix the corrupt CEO compensation system.
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What you can do at the individual level to make a difference and minimize the damage.
Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Change, Work, Jobs, Money or Your Life? August Book Review Episode
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Ever get FIRED from a Job? Do You Like Change? Have you ever been frustrated by a job search? In this episode Dawn shares her story of getting a blind-sided firing at a law firm - which turned out to be the last job she ever had. In this book review episode Dawn discusses three books about the important and timely topics facing Mid-lifers today: Change, Work, Jobs, Money and Living a Good Life.
First, Who Moved My Cheese? is a timeless business classic bookthatutilizes a simple parable to reveal insightful and profound truths about dealing with change so that you can enjoy less stress and more success in your work and in your life.
Next, in Bait & Switch: The (Futile) Pursuit of the American Dream Barbara Ehrenreich goes undercover as a job seeker to highlight the professional people (like us!) who did everything right—we got our college degrees, developed marketable skills, and built up impressive résumés—yet we have become repeatedly vulnerable to financial devastation, and not simply due to the vagaries of the business cycle.The social compact has changed, and yet many people are still playing by the old rules... Finally, for or over twenty-five years, Your Money or Your Lifehas been considered THE go-to book for taking back your life by changing your relationship with money. Hundreds of thousands of people have followed the nine-step program outlined in the book, to live more deliberately and meaningfully. Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
10 Ways to Work in Paradise with Diane Huth
What is Work? The Highest and Best Use of Your Life Energy
Embracing an Economic Satisfaction Lifestyle
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At age 35, his co-worker and other people thought he was nuts to walk away from a "great job" as a lineman for a Seattle area power company. It was a good union job with a good income, great benefits and tremendous job security. What's not to like? But after a divorce, Tom took stock of his career and life. He wasn't sure what he wanted to do but knew only "Not This!" With an uncertain future he returned to Southern California to live with his parents until he could figure it out. His decision back then led to work he could have never imagined possible. Listen to his inspirational story and learn:
- The question he asked the "man in the mirror".
- Why settling for what is safe and secure may limit your potential.
- How opportunities come along when you have the courage to change.
- The importance of a mentor and what it can mean to your future
Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:Taking Command with Captain Tom: Freedom from Fear and Asking for Protection Taking Command with Captain Tom: Leading Yourself
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As an undergraduate, John Fleming wanted to be a teacher. After getting credentialed, his first student teaching assignment was unpleasant. He worked in many industries, got a cushy government job and even started a Crossfit gym in his family's garage with his wife. Ultimately, teaching was calling him. Finally, at age 40 after returning to school to get his Masters degree - he landed his first teaching job. Thirteen years later he pinches himself because he loves his work so much. Hear John's inspirational yet unorthodox story of how he finally found his calling and makes a difference in lives of the next generations. Listen and you'll learn:
- Why finding your calling later in life is a good thing.
- How "failure" can work to your advantage
- Why it's a good idea to interview the interviewer before taking a job.
- The importance of emphasizing attitude and effort in a culture.
- The way to show your child the light, when they don't listen to you!
Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:I Found My Best and True Self While Teaching Around the World
10 Ways to Work in Paradise with Diane Huth
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Diane Huth loves helping other people succeed and finds innovative and out-of-the box ways to help them meet their goals. In her “day job” she is a nationally recognized career coach and marketing consultant. In her “night job” she writes books and coaches retirement age women on how to run away from home and live in paradise like she did 2 years ago - on a white sandy beach island off the coast of Mexico.
In this episode Dawn reviews two of Diane's best selling books: BRAND YOU! To Land Your Dream Job: A Step-by-Step Guide To Find a Great Job, Get Hired and Jumpstart Your Career and Reinvent Your Career: Beat Age Discrimination to Land Your Dream Job: Brand You!Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
10 Ways to Work in Paradise with Diane Huth
I'm Solar Powered: White Sandy Beaches Make My Heart Sing! with Diane Huth
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In this episode of Taking Command with Captain Tom, Dawn and Tom share discuss one of the scariest passages they ever made on Santorini. Sailing is an independent activity and requires a high level of self-sufficiency. While we can never eliminate fear completely, there are practical strategies and tactics we can employ keep fear at bay from stopping us in our tracks. Listen and hear:
- The best way to avoid trouble before you ever leave the dock - or house.
- Making smart choices - including the usefulness of fear.
- How to ask for and receive protection to arrive safely.
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:Taking Command with Captain Tom: Why the Captain goes down with the Ship Taking Command with Captain Tom: Leading Yourself
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It is exhilarating and terrifying to imagine running away home from to be able to live and work in paradise. Diane has done it and thrived. Now this expert career coach can help you get the same joy she experiences every day: working and earning a good living while living the life of her dreams in paradise. When she realized the biggest obstacle from most people wanting to move overseas is income, she created ways to help them. In this episode your learn:
- The current status of the remote job market.
- Why it is so difficult for older workers to find jobs
- How to find work even when all you hear is no (if you even hear back!)
- Ways you can bypass HR and get directly hired by decision makers.
You can connect with Diane by going here.
To access Diane's free resources visit https://www.earndollarsinparadise.com/
Here's a short video about Diane and Paul's Paradise Love Story.
Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:I'm Solar Powered: White Sandy Beaches Make My Heart Sing! with Diane Huth
An Overseas Life Beta Test: There is Always a Rose with Paul Doane
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In this Book Review episode, Dawn shares one of her favorite books about building wealth. While "lost at sea" this month, she had in depth conversations with past podcast guest Cliff Holmes. He reminded Dawn of a lovely timeless book on building wealth: The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason It all starts with increasing your Financial IQ.
The book is nearly 100 years old but its 7 timeless wealth principles are still valid today. The book is a simple roadmap fro anyone wanting to build a sound financial future - especially young people. Applying them helps you create a life without wrries about money.
Some other wealth resources Dawn recommends:
Guide to Investing in Gold & Silver
The Great Gold & Silver Rush of the 21st Century
The Creature from Jekyll Island: A Second Look at the Federal Reserve
Hidden Secrets of Money Video Series on YouTube
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:How to Protect Your Financial Future: Book Review EpisodeEmbracing an Economic Satisfaction LifestylePaying the Price: How to Take Control of Your Cash Flow
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In this episode of Taking Command with Captain Tom, Dawn and Tom share the story of recent difficulties encountered during their trip from Isla Mujeres, Mexico to Progreso, Mexico. What was supposed to be a 36 hour trip turned into a five day ordeal, a trip to the hospital and an injured crewman. "The captain goes down with the ship" is a longstanding tradition that says the captain of a ship ultimate has responsibility for the vessel and all its passengers. Should an emergency situation arise, they are expected to dedicate will their efforts to save those on board or die trying. There is also the Law of Salvage which gives those to happen upon an abandoned vessel the legal right to claim ownership of it. In this episode your learn:
- Why the Captain goes down with the vessel.
- The reason Tom as trained to step up into a life raft in Maritime School.
- The impact of accepting "rescue" versus vessel assistance.
- How Angels are all around us and may appear in unexpected forms.
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:Taking Command with Captain Tom: Leading YourselfTaking Command with Captain Tom: Picking Up the Clipboard
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In this Book Review episode, Dawn share some of her best resources to build wealth. It all starts with increasing your Financial IQ. She provides an overview of Mike Maloney's first book about investing in precious metals. That book covers some material explained in The Creature from Jekyll Island, another of Dawn's favorites.
The information contained in those two books completing changed her perspective on money, debt and economics. In the US and globally, we're in uncharted economic waters. Understanding the history of money and economics is key to creating and maintaining wealth. Knowledge is power. Applying that knowledge will help you make better choices about what to do financially and perhaps more importantly, who to trust.
Guide to Investing in Gold & Silver
The Great Gold & Silver Rush of the 21st Century
The Creature from Jekyll Island: A Second Look at the Federal Reserve
Hidden Secrets of Money Video Series on YouTube
Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:Embracing an Economic Satisfaction LifestylePaying the Price: How to Take Control of Your Cash Flow
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In this episode Dawn goes back several decades to share detail about what happened during her worst year ever - and how she was able to recover. She explains the single resource that helped her get through that very difficult time. You'll also discover:
- Why investing in good relationships is so vital.
- What can improve your health more than losing weight or quitting smoking.
- How to change your perspective on the magic tricks that life plays on us all.
Are you part of a Community? In this episode Dawn challenges you to find one that resonates and join it.
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:Our 20th Anniversary: Taking Command After FailureWhen Life Got Rough: Setting Sail on a Sea of Change
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Twenty years ago, after three divorces between them, Dawn and Tom said "I do". They were both blindsided by their first divorce, neither of them saw it coming. Listen and learn how the way we view "failure" determines how - and if - we move forward. Dawn and Captain Tom discuss dating as a single parent, the shame of divorce and coping with the opinions of others. You'll also discover:
- How to make lemonade when life gives you lemons.
- Where fear may be holding you back from a life of joy.
- The power in following your heart, not the opinions of others.
Is fear holding you back? In this episode Tom and Dawn pose an important question to help you uncover what that might be.
Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:All You Need is Love: 5 Steps to Finding True LoveWhen Life Got Rough: Setting Sail on a Sea of Change
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How do you define "assets"? Does it refer to merely money and other tangible assets? In this episode explains that our most valuable assets are not these things. Technology has exploded and will continue to. Some aspects are positive and can improve our lives but there are dangers to relying on technology. Listen and discover:
- When technology doesn't serve us.
- How tech might not be the savior we think it is.
- Why it good to Be Out when you're Out.
Are you addicted to your device? In this episode, Dawn challenges you to authentically connect instead.
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:How I reversed my diabetes diagnosis through diet alone with David FlemingBecoming a Master Communicator with Renée Marino
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Tanya Dryden was fortunate to work for a boss (Don) who mentored her for 3 1/2 year. After 9 months she became debt free, 3 months ahead of her plan. Following what she learned from Don, she was in a position to retire at 42. She still works - because she wants to. There are many forms of Wealth besides money and tangible assets. Some others are wisdom, experience, courage, empathy and curiosity. These asset are even more valuable because once acquired, they can't be taken away from us. Mentors can also lead to material wealth, as was the case with Don and Tanya. Listen and discover:
- What is a Mentor?
- How to find a mentor.
- The different options for mentorship.
Do you have a mentor? If not, in this episode, Dawn challenges you to find one.
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Other episodes you'll enjoy:Tanya Dryden Retired at 42: Now I Work Because I Want ToThe Incredible Benefits of Being a Global Citizen with Ridgely Goldsborough
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In this monthly book review episode, Dawn share a book she's recommended for many years. In fact, she believes it should be required reading in high school. Lower Your Taxes - Big Time! could be the best investment you'll ever make! Author Sandy Botkin, CPA, Esq., is a former IRS attorney who has taught hundreds of thousands of taxpayers how to save on their taxes with his Tax Reduction Institute seminars. A leading figure and lecturer in the field of tax reduction and audit proofing techniques, he has toured with Tony Robbins, Donald Trump, and John Grey. Listen as dawn shares her favorite sections, including:
- The fastest way you can immediately put more money in your pocket.
- How to write off your vacations and FUN
- The questions to ask when hiring your next accountant.
The book also shows you how to save thousands of dollars―legally and ethically!―during tax time. It offers proven methods for taking advantage of the tax system to get a yearly subsidy of $5,000 or more back from the IRS―and bulletproof your records forever. Key topics include:
- Advice on properly documenting any business deduction
- Tips on starting a home-based business
- Turning tuition, entertainment, orthodontia, and other expenses into huge deductions
- The new standard deduction for married couples
- Changes to business meal and lease deductions, vehicle purchases, and Health FSA contributions
Known for his engaging, humorous writing style, Botkin is a renowned expert who has worked for the IRS in multiple capacities; he knows the tax code inside and out.
Grab your copy of Lower Your Taxes- Big Time here.Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet?
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
How to Earn Over $200K a Year and Pay Zero Taxes...Legally!Paying the Price: How to Take Control of Your Cash FlowEmbracing an Economic Satisfaction Lifestyle
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In the last episode The New Rich: The Cost of Midlife in Paradise Dawn explained how Freedom is the new currency that determines how "Rich" we are. In this episode Tom explains how his career choices have led to freedom. Entrepreneurship was a logical choice once he became a single dad full time, and what that meant. As a business owner, it's not always wine and roses. Listen and learn:
- How our priorities guide our decisions and why that's a good thing.
- The pros and cons of self-employment.
- The role confidence plays when we communicate with others about our talents.
- The rewards that come from expecting more from ourselves.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Taking Command with Captain Tom: Picking Up the Clipboard
Taking Command with Captain Tom: Leading YourselfA Matter of Life or Death - The Law of Navigation with Captain Tom
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The old definition of Rich is having a great deal of money or assets, in a word: Wealthy. The NEW definition of RICH is the ability to do what you want, when you want, where you want, with whom you want, for as long as you want. With ENOUGH money to do so, in a word: FREEDOM. But as Dawn explains in this episode, freedom isn't free. The Law of Sacrifice means there is always an exchange involved. What is the cost of that freedom?
Listen and you'll learn:
1. The key element required to "buy" your Freedom.
2. What cost is involved and must be paid for a wide, open spacious calendar.
3. A key to getting off the living paycheck to paycheck treadmill.
Here's a link to the Living Paycheck to Paycheck Report Other episodes you may enjoy:Living the Retirement Lifestyle with Chris & Susan BeesleyPaying the Price: How to Take Control of Your Cash FlowEmbracing an Economic Satisfaction Lifestyle Connect with me:
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Do you ever find yourself thinking - or saying - "I'm too old to..." Is there an age where we cross the line and become “too old”? Is it smarter to just mark time until we die, instead of wanting a better life? If you're bold enough to say "heck no!" then you'll enjoy this inspirational episode. Dawn shares the stories of many "late bloomers" who found happiness and success later in life. We all evolve at different rates, but as long as we're still here - it's never too late for us to blossom!
Listen and you'll learn:
- Why being miserable younger in life isn't such a bad sign.
- How following what lights you up benefits the world, and you.
- That age really isn't the barrier you think it is to getting what you want.
Other episodes you may enjoy:Yay for Parkinson's: My diagnosis blessed me with a wonderful life! Living a Good Life Diving Isla Mujeres Connect with me:
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Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com
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To celebrate the 1 year release anniversary of her book, host Dawn Fleming makes a special announcement: a limited time offer to get a complimentary copy of her book (USA Only). Go here to order your copy before they're gone https://claimyourdreamlifebook.com
In this episode Dawn walks you through a chapter by chapter summary of what's waiting for you inside.
Chapter 1: Claiming Your Dream Life
Chapter 2: But Where Do I Start?
Chapter 3: How to Pick Your Paradise
Chapter 4: A Gift of Twice the Time
Chapter 5: Dispelling Myths and Obliterating Obstacles
Chapter 6: Are You Ready for an Overseas Life?
Chapter 7: Your Fastest Path to Cash
Chapter 8: It’s Not How Much You Make, It’s How Much You Keep
Chapter 9: Foreign Real Estate Investment: An Offshore Dirt Bank
Chapter 10: Becoming Your Own Authority
Chapter 11: Our Journey Together - Remember Who You Are
Other episodes you may enjoy:When Life Got Rough: Setting Sail on a Sea of ChangeIt's OK to be Happy: Life Begins at the End of Your Comfort ZoneEmbracing an Economic Satisfaction LifestyleLongevity Planning: What's Your Return on Life? Connect with me:
Instagram: @midlifeinparadise
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfleming/
Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com
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For several decades, she had a dream to scuba dive. In this episode Dawn shares the experience of achieving one of her Bucket List goals: getting PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Certified. Listen and you'll learn
- Why it is so important to have a Master Dream (Bucket) List and how many things should be on your list,
- How and why you want to know your limits.
- Understand the process of making good decisions and ignore peer pressure.
Other episodes you mayenjoy:The Incredible Benefits of Being a Global Citizen with Ridgely GoldsboroughHow to Safely Exit Your Comfort Zone and Have Fun!Living a Good Life Diving Isla Mujeres Connect with me:
Instagram: @midlifeinparadise
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/
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Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com
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Picking up the Clipboard is a phrase Tom and Dawn have used for years. Hear the story about where the phrase originated and how easily we can step up and lead. Listen and learn:
- How small seemingly insignificant decisions we make can enrich the lives of others and our own.
- Why self-employment is a ticket to freedom and flexibility.
- That we don't have to know everything to be a leader.
- The rewards that can come by speaking up when we have good ideas.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Taking Command with Captain Tom: Leading YourselfA Matter of Life or Death - The Law of Navigation with Captain Tom
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Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com
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We've all heard how exercise is good for you. But how much do we really need? Recent news articles have highlighted scientific research examining the relationship between exercise and better health outcomes. In this episode you'll learn:
- How many deaths and disease outcomes can be completely eliminated.
- The link between physical activity and premature death and chronic diseases.
- The real exercise "dose" that's needed to improve our health (it's not as much as you think!)
- The difference just 11 minutes a day of moderate-intensity physical activity can make.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
The Science of Happiness Part 2: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life with Exercise
Becoming a Master Communicator with Renée Marino
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Becoming a Master Communicator with Renee Marino!
"Taking the time to improve your communication skills will only serve you in every relationship, no matter how deep or casual the relationship may be."
Renée Marino is a professional communication coach who helps people create genuine connections in their life and business by balancing new school technology with ol’ school simplicity. She also uses her well-rounded experience of communicating through various mediums to train companies, organizations, schools, and universities in strengthening their communication skills. Renée played the role of Mary Delgado, in the film Jersey Boys, directed by Clint Eastwood.
She has been featured in People.com’s “Ones to Watch,” Variety, and The Huffington Post. Her Broadway credits include Pretty Woman: The Musical, West Side Story, Jersey Boys, Chaplin, and Wonderland. She has toured North America with Cats, Disney’s High School Musical, and Jersey Boys. As a coach, keynote speaker, and longtime performer, Renée Marino has inspired people worldwide with her energy, relatability, and authentic spirit.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
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The importance of Virtual Etiquette.
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Three ways to get in communication with yourself.
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Why it’s smart to ditch perfectionism and how you can.
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Key strategies and tactics to claim who you want to be.
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How & why speaking up can lead to incredible opportunities
Resources:
Grab Renee’s Free Tips: "21 Ways to Use Communication to Increase Business Opportunities" HERE.
Buy her book: Becoming a Master Communicator by Renee Marino
Connect with Renee
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
The Science of Happiness Part 2: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life with Exercise
The Science of Happiness Part 3: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life with Mediation
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Instagram: @midlifeinparadise
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfleming/
Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com
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How long do you want to live to be? Have you thought about it? What image comes to mind when you think about living to be 120 years old? In this episode Dawn explains how reframing the way we think about aging and controlling our subconscious thoughts impacts our longevity. You'll discover the following:
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The First Step to living a long, healthy life.
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How to Make a Longevity Plan and what to do next.
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Choosing to live like a candle - and a race horse.
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How to think about the lifestyle you want in old age
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Why it pays to educate yourself about longevity breakthroughs.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:How to Live Until the Day You DieLongevity Planning: What's Your Return on Life?
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In this episode, Dawn shares her recent two week experience with her mom Glenda. After her stepdad Jim passed away last October, Dawn had concerns about her mom's well-being. it's the first time Glenda has ever been alone. As it turns out, she's thriving and a great example/case study for the importance of relationships as explained in the book The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness, by Waldinger, Robert J.; Schulz Ph.D, Marc. If you missed it, here's a link to the last episode where Dawn did a book review.
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The Secrets to Living a Happier, Healthier and Longer Life.
"Hearing an accurate understanding of our own experience coming from another person, articulated in their words, can be thrilling, especially when we’re feeling alienated in a social setting. Suddenly someone is seeing us as we are, and that experience momentarily breaches the barrier that we feel between us and the world. To be seen is an amazing thing.” p. 115
The book selected to review this month is: The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness, by Waldinger, Robert J.; Schulz Ph.D, Marc. It highlights the most recent finings in the Harvard Study of Adult Development, which followed the lives of two generations of individuals from the same families for more than eighty years. It is the longest, most extensive study on happiness that’s ever done. The findings are a roadmap to what we can all do to improve the quality of our lives.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
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The importance of curiosity in fostering good relationships.
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The idea that our age doesn’t matter when it comes to making changes to improve our relationships and social safety net.
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The best way to stay motivated to implement long lasting change.
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A helpful tool to evaluate the level of support you receive from the most important relationships in your life.
Resources:
Grab a copy of the book by going here.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:Episode 96: The Science of Happiness Part 5: The Key to Success in Building RelationshipsEpisode 98: The Science of Happiness Part 7 How to Nurture Good RelationshipsEpisode 99: The Science of Happiness Part 8: How to Find Your People
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Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com
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At age 45, David Fleming was cruising along health wise but was always hungry. At the urging of his partner he made an appointment for a physical exam. He was shocked to learn he was diabetic - with no classic symptoms. After 6 short weeks his A1C numbers had beed halved. Hear David tell his inspirational story, explain his journey back to perfect health and the impact it has had on his other family members.
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Join Host Dawn Fleming and hubby Tom Clifford for the kickoff of a new monthly segment on Leadership: Taking Command with Captain Tom. Find out how and why the subject of leadership is so important and the origin of this part of the show.
In this episode you'll also learn:
1) What is Leadership? What are the different types and why they matter.
2) How do we and can we lead (hint: you're doing it whether you know it or not.)
3) The First Step in Leadership and why it's so important.
Listen to Tom's incredible story of how he took command of his health and went from and potentially devastating diagnosis to living a healthy life.
Referenced in the Episode: Episode 78: How to Access Top Shelf Medical Care at Bargain Prices in Mexico
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The First Episode of 2023. The New Year is an exciting time - for new beginnings. A New Year and a New You. Join Dawn as she explains in detail the new podcast format and the immense benefits for listeners. That includes a new monthly segment on leadership with her husband: Taking Command with Captain Tom. There is also be a monthly Book Review segment which will feature both new and old books that have had a profound impact. Dawn will continue to host Interviews but is adding Coaching and Answering Your Questions. Go here to request coaching or submit your question.
There will be a quarterly theme that focuses on the four pillars of a Dream Life: Health, Wealth, Making a Difference and Connection/Community. We will share Mindset, Strategies and Tactics - with an emphasis on practical tools, techniques and methods you can use to create your Dream Life.
In this episode, Dawn shares a practical exercise as you think about the new year. The Rearview Mirror Exercise helps you plan, do and review so that you can make the new year even better.
Next Week on the Taking Command with Captain Tom: How to Lead Yourself - What is Leadership and How do I Start?
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Oliver Wendell Holmes said “Many people die with their music still in them. Too often it is because they are always getting ready to live. Before they know it time runs out.” If you drive by the cemeteries, you'll hear the symphony of music that was never played. Don't let that be you!
The vast majority of people live small, frustrated lives for no reason whatsoever. The potential to unlock the vault is there, to live a Rich, Happy, Dream Life. This is not your grandparents’ world, things have been changing and will continue to change very fast. Dawn explains how we must learn new skills to navigate the new world we inhabit. We must learn to work with the unseen world.
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What’s in store for you in the upcoming year? Do you have a vision, a plan, set some goals?
What if Dawn told you that your rich, happy dream life could start right now? Would you like that? Are you open to it? In this episode Dawn explains how it can happen VERY quickly - if you will allow it.
There's a specific formula that others have used, you just need to learn the formula and do what many other successful, happy people before you have done.
For Free Gifts and Rewards go here.
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Alexandria Agresta believes in a world where the message we know we were put on this earth to share, doesn’t die still inside us. Alexandria is an International Speaker, TEDx Speaker and founder of Made for the Stage, where she turns industry leaders into thought leaders and messages into movements. This has led her to becoming a pioneer in her space, pushing the boundaries of how we can speak in a way that moves the masses, and use the stage to create true influence in the world. Alexandria earned the nickname the Empathetic Butt Kicker because she will shower you with love and kick your butt when you need it most because that’s where real growth happens. When you spend time with Alexandria, you will feel like anything is possible and know exactly what to do to make that possibility real.
You'll Learn:
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How to get Started as a Speaker
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Why NOW is the BEST Time to get started
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Finding Stages to speak on (Hint: there are more stages than there are speakers!)
To grab Alex's free mini-courses on Booking Stages and Landing a TedX talk go here.
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Marika Flatt is a rock star book publicist, has been a leader in the book industry since 1997, is an avid book lover and knows the importance of a great story.
"I just knew that that was blending books and the literary side with getting people on media, which I also understood and valued. And so it was just kind of like a match made in heaven."
Marika and her husband Doug founded PR by the book in 2002 and she is a regular speaker at book industry events. She is a connector by nature and brings a wealth of information and expertise to the table from her friends and connections in publishing. She is also a travel writer. Flatt became a book publicist when she was 22 years old and fresh out of college. She was working as an intern at a TV station when she met a book publicist and was immediately drawn to the profession. She loved the idea of blending her love of books with her skills in media and communications.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
- How Marika Flatt became a book publicist
- The importance of mentorship in any industry
- The publishing options available today.
- The process of planning, writing and publishing a book
Resources:
Get FREE Access to Marika's Author to Influencer Workshops and Jan-Mar 2023 Social Media Graphics by going HERE.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
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Dream Big and Act on it Daily!
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Looking for your perfect paradise? Play may be the path you're looking for.
In this episode you will learn:
1. How to make decisions in order to move forward in life
2. Why people may not know what they want in life
3. Overcoming adversity by choosing to focus on what one does know and what one can do
"The universe loves a made up mind."
James MacNeil is an international bestselling author, speaker, coach, and consultant. For 30 years, he has circled the globe sharing the world's biggest stages with the biggest stars, including Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Bob Proctor, Jack Canfield, Steve Forbes, and Sir Richard Branson. He is the founder of Verbal Aikido and Pure Spiritual Intelligence.
This is James MacNeil's story...
I've been fortunate enough to have had a lot of success in my life, but it hasn't come without its challenges. I've faced adversity head-on, and I've learned that the best way to overcome it is to keep moving forward. No matter what life throws at you, keep playing and keep dreaming. That's the only way to create the life you want.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
- How to make decisions in order to move forward in life
- Why people may not know what they want in life
- Overcoming adversity by choosing to focus on what one does know and what one can do
Resources:
Get a FREE Copy of James MacNeil's Book: Pure Spiritual Intelligence by going HERE.
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/
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Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com
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In this episode Host Dawn Fleming announces the Birth of the New Life in Paradise on a Shoestring Podcast! She was inspired to relaunch and rebrand the show attending a Podcasting conference in Southern California. Even with all that the podcast has accomplished, Dawn realized the show could be even better - and MORE FUN!
The new name is the Life in Paradise on a Shoestring Podcast - with really fun Artwork. You can find out more about all of the exciting change at our new website: https://lifeinparadisepodcast.com
The new name/brand is FUN, Inspirational, and the image invokes multiple senses. And honestly - Who doesn’t want Life in Paradise on a Shoestring??
Dawn also announced a new Podcast Fan Reward Program with amazing prizes and rewards. It's not a “Launch” Campaign, but an ongoing program that’s a vehicle to reward our Podcast Fans and serve our listeners better.
The show is all about creating a Life You Never NEED a Vacation From. (It’s ok if you still WANT to take Vacations) The purpose of the show is to give you insights and wisdom to create your “somebody pinch me” reality. It’s about Inspiration, so we’ll share experiences, strategies and practical steps you can take to live your dream life in paradise.
To kick off the launch of the new show, we’re publishing FOUR brand new Episodes Featuring Subject Matter Experts who are each providing our listeners with a Free Gift.
These Expert Interview Topics are:
The True Secret to Creating Your Dream Life in Paradise
Doing Work You Love in a Community that Loves You
How to Find Your Voice and Tribe by Podcasting
Authoring a Book to share your passion and wisdom with the world.We know you’ll be blown away by these expert interviews and inspired to take action.
Starting in January 2023, we have some super fun monthly segments and even more expert interviews!
Once a month Tom Clifford will Host or Co-host: Cocktails and Taking Command with Captain Tom. Leaders are Readers so once a month we’ll focus on an impactful new or old book. When possible, we’ll interview the author to go deeper.
Monthly Free Coaching Sessions: One of our new podcast fan rewards is to get help from Dawn or Tom with a specific problem. Maybe it’s finding a way to earn in paradise, or you’re stuck and need a different perspective to move forward or like Dawn and Tom, you dreamed a dream, it came true but now you’re ready to dream a new dream.
We now have an easy way to ask questions and get them answered on the show with our Ask Dawn page. We can't wait to hear from you!
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“Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside while still alive.” – Norman Cousins
Dia de los Muertos is such a fitting day for Episode 100. This huge milestone also marks the Death of the Overseas Life Redesign Podcast. Have a listen and hear what’s coming - because this isn’t the end!
This episode is a peak behind the curtain. A short history of the show, where we’ve been, a celebration of outcomes and accomplishments. Dawn explains why the show is ending and reasons for a new beginning.
Next week we'll celebrate the birth and life of the evolution of the show - the new name, new format, more interaction with our wonderful listeners, rewards for being a Fan of the Show - and a ton of Relaunch Gifts coming you way!
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For a good life, find your people and nurture strong relationships.
"In other words, make friends with individuals. The other side of the individualistic coin: Find your people."
I grew up in the United States and, like many Americans, I was taught that my country was the best in the world. I never questioned this belief until I went to college and studied anthropology. I learned about ethnocentrism, the belief that one's own culture is superior to all others. After traveling around the world, I realized that Americans are some of the worst offenders when it comes to ethnocentrism.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1) The Harvard Study of Adult Development, which has followed people from their teenage years into old age, has revealed insights about what makes up a life well-lived.
2) Dr. Robert Waldinger, MD, a professor of psychiatry at Harvard and the current head of the study, has learned which adults turn out happy and why.
3) The study has found that happy people avoid toxic tribalism, or the tendency to view members of other groups as inferior.
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Do you want to know the secret to happiness and success? It may surprise you to know that emotional intelligence (EI) is key!
"Emotional intelligence is the ability to monitor one's own and other people's emotions, to discriminate between different emotions and label them appropriately, and to use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior."
In the Science of Happiness and in Volume Two, we're focusing on what we can do to improve our happiness as we relate to other human beings in community. For over eight decades, the Harvard Study of Adult Development has been tracking the same individuals and their families, asking thousands of questions and taking hundreds of measurements from brain scans to blood work, with the goal of discovering what really makes for a good life. Through all the years of studying these people, strong relationships have the biggest impact on physical health, mental health and longevity. In part seven, our big reveal is happy people nurture good relationships. Dr. Waldinger, who now runs the study, says that emotional intelligence and relationship acumen are bigger predictors of success than IQ.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. What is emotional intelligence and how can it be learned?
2. How does emotional intelligence impact our ability to succeed in different areas of life?
3. What are some practical tips for improving emotional intelligence?
In this volume, Dr. Waldinger explains that emotional intelligence and relationship acumen are bigger predictors of success than IQ. Emotional intelligence helps us build stronger relationships, succeed at school or in the workplace, reduce stress, defuse conflicts and enhance satisfaction. Proficient social skills allow us to build meaningful relationships with others and develop a deeper understanding of ourselves. Some essential social skills are active listening, verbal and nonverbal communication, leadership and persuasiveness. Here are some tips on improving your social skills: ask open ended questions, use icebreakers, maintain good eye contact, express interest in others and ask them personal questions.
Resources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5981239/
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Does Worrying about What Other People Think Make Us Happy?
“When we asked, ‘What was your biggest regret?’ a lot of people said, ‘I wish I hadn’t spent so much time worrying about what other people think'" according to the Harvard Happiness Study.
Fear is a primal emotion and goes to the heart of our survival drive in the physical world. Our survival as humans, as a tribal species, is dependent upon our being accepted by the tribe. If we got rejected by the tribe, historically it literally could mean death due to lose of protection and shelter.
In the modern era, fear of societal rejection triggers our limbic or reptilian brain. Emotionally, from an evolutionary standpoint our limbic brain just can’t handle rejection! Yet, to live our best life we need to let go and overcome this primal instinct - this fear of rejection really does not serve us very well in our modern world!
Episode References:
Episode 65: Stepping Up and Stepping Out: How to Take that Leap of FaithEpisode 14: We Didn't Just Talk About Our Dream Retirement - We Went For it!
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Does being self-absorbed make you happier?
"People are happiest when they make investments in things that are beyond themselves."
In the last four episodes of The Science of Happiness series (Volume 1), we focused on the science of happiness as it relates to creating purpose and deeper meaning in life. Volume 2 focuses on our fourth quarter theme of Community and Cultural Adaptation.
The Harvard Study of Adult Development, which launched in 1938, is the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted. It found that people are happiest when they make investments in things that are beyond themselves. Dr. Waldinger, who now runs the study, recommends helping kids learn about the satisfaction of being interested in others and building great relationships. The key to success in building relationships is to listen. People who are self-absorbed tend to steer a conversation back to themselves even when it's not about them. Being a good listener means listening with all four senses and asking questions. So, if you want to be happy, make sure to invest in things that are beyond yourself.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The Harvard Study of Adult Development, which launched in 1938, is the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted.
2. Miriam Webster's definition of self absorbed means absorbed in one's own thoughts, activities or interests. Self absorbed people like to get attention and be heard by others, but seldom reciprocate.
3. The key to success in building relationships is to understand and practice the 70/30 Rule.
To order Dr. Waldinger's book with the latest results of the study go here.
For more about the Harvard Happiness Study go here.
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Do you want to be happier?
"You now have the knowledge and the power to take control of your own happiness. By doing that, you can help but make the world a better place."
I stopped reading the newspaper and started reading a good book in the morning. It made a huge impact in our lives. If you aren't a reader, there is another way. In a 2004 study, participants wrote for 20 minutes each day for three days about either a positive life experience or a control topic. Writing about positive experiences led to higher level of happiness, improved physical health and increased focus for up to six weeks after the writing exercise. In a 2019 study, researchers at the University of Cambridge found that positive memory activation dampened cortisol responses and improved mood. In the 4 Part Happiness Series four scientifically proven strategies to create deeper purpose and meaning in your life were shared. We'd love to hear the impact they have in your life.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. A simple, proven strategy to create purpose and meaning in your life.
2. The immediate positive results and long term benefits of writing about positive experiences.
3. How taking control of your own happiness can help make the world a better place.
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Why not start your day off with a calming meditation practice?
"Meditation has many health benefits, but only if you commit to a regular meditation practice and do it regularly."
I was motivated to create a daily meditation practice after hearing about all the health benefits it can have. I started meditating decades ago and now I do it every day. It's helped me to become more purposeful and create deeper meaning in my life. I'm always looking for ways to improve my practice and make it more beneficial for me. I love hearing about other people's meditation practices and how they've benefited from them.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The Science of Happiness: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life
2. The Many Health Benefits of Meditation
3. Tips on How to Get Started with your own Meditation Practice.
Link to Positive Psychology Article with 16 Health Benefits of Meditation
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In the 1970's the Dalai Lama said that we can physically change and rewire our brains by thought alone, and recent scientific research has proven this to be true. If you're looking for a mood boost, exercise may be just what you need.
"Extensive scientific research has proven what the Dalai Lama said in the we can physically change and rewire our brains by thought alone."
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The many health benefits of exercise, including reducing mortality and treating symptoms of major depression. 2. How exercise regulates our appetite hormones, increases our metabolic rate, and improves the quality and duration of our sleep. 3. The fact that physical exercise is a rarely prescribed treatment, despite its many benefits.
Resources:
Link to NIH Study
Chapter Summaries:
In this episode, we focus on the second habit you can practice to increase your level of happiness. If you started to implement the first habit that we covered in part one, I'd love to hear your feedback.
A team member was going through a rough patch in her marriage. She wanted to start exercising, but she didn't know the benefits of exercise. She was surprised to know that Dawn exercises 2 hours every day. In part three, Dawn shares another part of her morning routine.
A National Institute of Health study found that exercise is effective in reducing mortality and in treating symptoms of major depression. Exercise is underutilized by clinicians. Big Pharma doesn't write prescriptions for exercise because they don't make money from it. Ageism is the worst excuse to not prescribe exercise.
A regular exercise practice will increase your level of happiness. You must make a commitment to make the time for it. Here are the steps in using the strategy to increase your level of happiness 1) commit to an exercise routine 2) start small and increase it gradually. 3) Pick activities you enjoy 4) Consider any health challenges and pick your exercise accordingly. Are you motivated to create a daily exercise routine? How often? Let's us know!
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Do you want to be happier? Follow these steps to create more happiness in your life. In this episode you will learn: 1. The history of positive psychology and the shift from focusing on negative aspects of human behavior to positive aspects. 2. The importance of gratitude in creating happiness, and how gratitude can lead to success. 3. How to change your brain to focus on positive aspects of your life.
"Think about that for a moment. For every one positive research project, there were 17 negative psychology studies. Dr. Martin Seligman, who was president of the American Psychological Association at the time and is now known as the father of positive psychology, announced that finally, the time had come.
I'm always looking for ways to increase my happiness and create deeper purpose and meaning in my life. So when I heard about the four proven strategies to create purpose and meaning overseas, I was intrigued. I was excited to learn that I could change my brain to scan for the positive instead of the negative and that by doing so, I could increase my level of happiness.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The history of positive psychology and the shift from focusing on negative aspects of human behavior to positive aspects. 2. The importance of gratitude in creating happiness, and how gratitude can lead to success. 3. How to change your brain to focus on positive aspects of your life, using the "three good things" gratitude practice.
Here's a Link to Emmons Research.
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Do you want to live a fuller and more adventurous life after retirement? Do you know what comes next after the sale of a business you love? In this episode, you will learn: 1. What it's like to sell a business overseas; 2. The joys of retiring or semi-retiring to a life of travel and adventure; 3. What it's like to be a volunteer for a turtle conservation effort - or manage it.
"The opportunity to do it here where it's so gorgeous and the water is warm and it's really special."
Jim Silver is a former business owner and real estate broker who has turned his attention to volunteerism, writing, music and photography in retirement. He is an avid traveler and adventurer, and spends his time exploring the world and enjoys sharing his stories with others.
Jim Silver was our guest on Episode 19 of the Overseas Life Redesign Podcast, where he talked about living a good life and while running a dream dive business. He has since sold his business and is now doing fun things that bring him purpose and meaning. He recently took a trip to Cozumel to dive and do underwater photography for fun. He also has some book projects that he is working on.
After five years of working in a dive business in Mexico, he decided to sell the business. He was a PADI Dive Master/Instructor. The business requires a boat and requires a lot of time and effort. It's a business that requires employees, insurance, taxes and a sole proprietor.
This year the turtle farm in Isla Mujeres, Mexico was taken back by the government, probably due to mismanagement. The new director of environment and ecology needed volunteers to help with the conservation efforts previously managed by the Tortuga Farm. Jim has been diving with the turtles during mating season off the south tip of the island for eight years and has been taking pictures of them turtles are an endangered species in Mexico they lay a lot of eggs on the beaches. He realized they needed a lot of help, particularly someone to to manage the effort. Jim "picked up the clipboard" and is so glad he did.
Here is Episode 19 with Jim Silver's Dive Business Story.
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Find your purpose to create a happy, healthy and more joyful life. In this episode, you will learn: 1. The importance of having a sense of purpose in life and creating it during your Midlife Awakening 2. How Jem Fuller's experiences traveling the world have shaped his perspective 3. The benefits of having a sense of meaningful work or purpose in one's life
"Most humans I meet and talk with when we start to explore a sense of purpose to their life, it's got something to do with helping others, for sure. And so that can be whatever that is for you."
Jem Fuller is an author, speaker, and coach who helps leaders and their teams create more ease and flow and success through healthy habitual practices.
Jem Fuller has always loved to travel and explore different cultures. When he was 18, he left Australia to backpack around Europe and the Middle East. He fell in love with the Indian subcontinent and spent the next decade living and working there. In his early 40s, he went through a divorce and lost everything except for his two sons. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as it gave him the opportunity to start over and pursue his passion for helping others. He now works as a speaker and coach, helping leaders and their teams create more ease and flow in their lives.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The importance of having a sense of purpose in life 2. How Jem Fuller's experiences traveling the world have shaped his perspective 3. The benefits of having a sense of meaningful work or purpose in one's life
Jem's favorite part of his work is running conscious leadership retreats. He has taken hundreds of people on retreats around the world. He believes that to expand our experience of existing, of being, we need to step outside of our comfort zone.
Jem's book, Art of Conscious Communication, was published late last year.
He also did a Ted Talk which you may find by going here.
Here is Jem Fuller's website.
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In this episode, you will learn: 1. How Chris and Susan Beesley went from being successful accountants to losing everything in the 2008 financial crash, and then having to start over 2. How the Beesleys were able to turn their situation around by reframing their mindset and focusing on solutions 3. The importance of sharing your story and helping others through difficult times.
"The best things lie outside your comfort zone."
Chris and Susan Beesley are former accountants and management consultants who have achieved an amazing lifestyle. They love skiing and traveling the world, and their mission is to help others do the same.
The Beesleys have been married for 30 years and have worked together as accountants and management consultants for 15 of those years. In 2005, they decided to invest in property and took a course to learn how to do it properly. They were doing well until 2008 when the financial crash hit and they lost everything. They managed to hang on to a few properties, but the pandemic in 2020 was the final straw. They sold their property and are now living a more nomadic lifestyle, traveling the world and helping others do the same.
https://www.livingtheretirementlifestyle.com
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If you're feeling stuck in a cycle of unhappiness and you're not sure how to get out, then this episode is for you!
"Happiness is an inside job. There is no one who can give it to you. There are people who can support your journey. There are people who can inspire you to keep going. There are people who can educate you about relevant concepts, but nobody can do the work for you"
Ridgely Goldsborough is a businessperson, author, and speaker who has lived and worked all over the world. He is best known for his work with Jim Rohn, where he served as Rohn's voice in Latin America.
This is Ridgely Goldsborough's story...
Ridgely Goldsborough has had an interesting life, to say the least. He was born in the US, but his mother took him to Europe when he was six years old. They ended up settling in Switzerland, and then later moving to Spain. He learned French and Spanish as his first languages, with English becoming his third language. When he was 17, he finally returned to the US. He worked with Jim Rohn for two years, traveling around Latin America and Spain. He also got the chance to work in Southeast Asia, which he found to be a completely different world. After getting a master's degree in global citizenship, he now has a better understanding of what it means to be a global citizen.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. What it was like for Ridgely Goldsborough to grow up overseas in multiple countries, learning multiple languages
2. What it was like for Ridgely to work with Jim Rohn for two years, and how that experience changed him
3. What it is that global citizenship entails, as explained by someone with a master's degree in the subject.
To connect with Ridgely go here.
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In this episode Dawn provides an overview and results of a recent released study, Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement. Age Wave and Edward Jones surveyed more than 11,000 North American adults, largely pre-retirees and retirees, to explore how
the journey of retirement unfolds, the patterns of people’s experience in retirement, and the keys to thriving along the way. Some highlights include:
- Today’s retirees appreciate their longevity and they now count the ideal length of retirement at an average of 29 years.
- The majority now view retirement as “a new chapter of life,” while only a quarter still think of it as the traditional “time for rest and relaxation.”
- Retirees who are thriving today were well-prepared for entering this stage of life and made more focused preparation.
- The Work/retirement lines have blurred. There is no clear definition of when retirement starts, and 59% of retirees and pre-retirees said an ideal mix of work and leisure in retirement includes some work.
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"I just found myself in a situation where I was challenged with that decision. Are you going to choose you or are you going to continue on in this fashion and then potentially make things worse for yourself, put yourself in the hospital or even worst case scenario."
Dr. Virginia LeBlanc is the owner and operator of Defining Paths and Next Steps coaching. She's known as a pivot maestro and author of Love the Skin You're In how to Conquer Life Through Divergent Thinking.
This is Dr. Virginia LeBlanc's story...
Dr. Virginia LeBlanc is an entrepreneur who helps people pivot in their lives. She is known as a pivot maestro and author of Love the Skin You're In how to Conquer Life Through Divergent Thinking. She has had a diverse range of experiences in her career, including working as an attorney, a defense contractor, and a human resources director. These experiences have led her to her current work as a coach, helping others to find their purpose and redesign their lives. Dr. LeBlanc's own journey of self-discovery began when she was living on the island of Crete and working as a human resources director. During this time, she realized that she was not operating in her soul purpose and that she was ready to start her own business. She left her job and started her own coaching and consulting practice.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. How Dr. LeBlanc's experience in Greece led her to pursue entrepreneurship full time
2. The AHA moment that Dr. LeBlanc had while working in an environment that was not aligned with her core values
3. How Dr. LeBlanc's work in coaching helps people pivot to a new way of life
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Dr. V's website is https://definingpaths.online
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/pivotmaestro
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Retirement is not what it's cracked up to be for those who don't understand the four phases of retirement and how to find satisfaction in later life.
"The successful ingredients of a good retirement have to include an assumption, which I always make in my workshops, that good health has to be a given and so does a fairly stable financial situation."
Dr. Riley Moynes is an author, consultant, and educator with over 40 years of experience in the field of retirement. He is best known for his work on the Four Phases of Retirement, which outlines the different stages of retirement and offers advice on how to make the most of each phase.
This is Dr. Riley Moynes's story...
Dr. Riley Moynes struggled in retirement until he realized that he needed a sense of purpose. He found that many people shared his experience and decided to write a book about it. The book, "The Four Phases of Retirement," outlines the different stages of retirement and offers advice on how to make the most of it. In the fourth and final phase, retirees find a new sense of purpose that brings them happiness and fulfillment..
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. How people's expectations of retirement often don't match reality, leading to feelings of loss and depression
2. The importance of finding a sense of purpose in retirement
3. The idea that the happiest retirees are those who have found a way to make a contribution in their later years
Resources:
https://thefourphases.com
Dr. Moynes Ted Talk
Chapter Summaries:
1) Dr. Riley Moynes is author of the best selling book the Four Phases of Retirement: what to Expect When You're Retiring. Dawn has just finished reading his book and is excited to hear more about his work on her show Magnetic Monday with Dawn.
2) After 40 years of working, he retired. He struggled in the first phase of his retirement, and then he found his stride in the second phase. He has written a book based on his research and interviews with people who have been through the same thing. He finds that most information on retirement is focused on the financial side.
3) Good health and stable financial situation are key to a successful retirement. People need to have a sense of purpose and do something that makes them want to get up in the morning and get involved in things. In the vacation phase of his retirement, he was more egocentric and it was all about him.
4) Join us for a free workshop to plan your overseas beta test. We'll help you plan and execute your perfect exit. For more information, go here.
5) About 50% to 60% of retirees break through to phase four. They reinvent themselves, they rewire, and they find a thing or things that make them want to get up in the morning. Research shows that with a sense of purpose we are more likely to stay healthier and to live longer.
6) People are surprised when they get to Phase Two of their life and they find it difficult to move out of it. The key is a sense of purpose. People need to remember the things that they love to do and have done well over the years. People have to be open to change and not afraid to fail.
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In this episode Dawn dives into the Power of Belief and its impact on making dreams a reality. There are two components and that they are equally as important 1) Dreaming Big; and 2) Acting Daily - so we break them down. Dawn also discusses the #1 Dream Killer to look out for and how to remove obstacles that keep us from living our dream life. Remember the saying "you are what you eat?" the same can be said about what we think. Discover the 3 keys to removing mental blocks that prevent us from realizing our dreams. To create a life with purpose and meaning, it all starts with our mindset. The book Dawn references in ths episode is Predictably Irrational byDr. Dan Ariely.
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Ten years ago, no one in the United States thought a civil war was a possibility, much less talked about it. In recent polls, nearly 50% of Americans think a civil war is coming. For over 240 two years, America was a shining example to the world of how the peaceful transition of power works in a democracy. The Shining Beacon on the Hill sadly has lost its luster. Hopefully it will not only be restored so there can be a more perfect union, and America may once again set a good example for the rest of the world. The good news is that voter participation is up dramatically since the late 1990s. The bad news: historically it has taken war to solve society’s big problems. Even if you decide not to leave the United States, it may still be prudent to move some of your assets out of the country. Having a Plan B is very wise, even if you never implement it. Register for Dawn's free workshop at paradiseroadmap.com.
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One of my mentors, John Addison said: "if it's easy, it's sleazy." He was onto something, because I see it all the time now that I'm out of the network marketing industry. People try to sell me on get-rich-quick schemes, but I know better. I know that there's always a price to pay for everything in life. Take inflation, for example. It's running rampant and it doesn't seem like there's any end in sight. My brother John, who's a 9th grade science teacher, always tells his students that part of the reason he teaches them science is so that they can critically think and avoid being taken advantage of as adults. And he's right and it helps if you're financially illiterate.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The importance of financial literacy and education
2. The role that debt can play in achieving financial goals
3. The reality of inflation and its causes
4. Practical steps to address inflation on a personal level
5. Info on the Plan Your Overseas Beta Test Workshop on July 23, 2002, register here.
Resources:
The Richest Man in Babylon book
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Happy Summer Solstice and let’s Make Some Magic! “You’re not thinking Big Enough!” Thinking Big is a skill. Think of it as a muscle we need to rep. Dawn will share how we can develop this skill to improve ALL areas of our life. How our Overseas Life Redesign Community Core Values create the perfect environment to "Dream Big and Act on it Daily". What's coming next at www.paradiseroadmap.com as we unveil our new live workshop to help you plan and execute your Overseas Life Beta Test. Join us the LIVE VIDEO of this podcast by going to http://opats.com and click on Community.
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Aristotle used "eudaimonia" to describe the highest good humans can strive toward – to describe a life ‘well lived’. Some translate it as ‘happiness’. For Aristotle, it meant practicing virtues like courage, wisdom, good humor, kindness, and moderation. Perhaps "flourishing" or "prosperity" is a better word. They conjure an image of one who’s successful, healthy, and enjoys a good life, and perhaps a bit of good fortune.
The Japanese have an ancient but familiar concept called “ikigai”. It means “a reason to get up in the morning” or more eloquently “waking up to joy”. It’s related to the concept of “flow”. It is our Best Moments: when we do what we love, what we are good at and if we are fortunate - also brings value to the lives of others. How can you wake up to joy? Listen to hear the steps.
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Alex started her career in hospitality, a service industry. She quickly realized it was not employee friendly and decide to make a change. She now runs a thriving business she can run from anywhere! As a result she and her partner Conner (also a remote worker) decided to try a two month beta test in Tulum, Mexico.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. What it's like to live overseas versus vacationing overseas
2. How to navigate unfamiliar grocery stores and markets
3. How to create an income that allows you to live and work anywhere!
Join us on Circle by going here.
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The United States spends 18% of Gross Domestic Product on health care consumption. Other developed nations spend about about half that amount. While the US is #1 in spending, it ranks a paltry #37 in quality. If you want Top Shelf medical care, you won't find it in the US. From drug shortages to opaque pricing, doctor, nurse and medical provider burn out to poor patient outcomes - the US system is run more like a cartel. Their philosophy is Profits over Patients. For a refreshing approach, where you get great care at bargain prices, listen to how healthcare is delivered South of the Border. If you would like to know more about the plan Dawn describes - and has herself - go here.
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Special May 16th Virtual Anniversary Party (19 Years!) with Dawn & Tom . We kick it off with Tom sharing how he manifested Crewing on the Winning Sailboat in the Classic Foxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta in the British Virgin Islands. It's Quite a Story! We also announce we are moving our OLR Community over here!
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How do you define work? We dive into the financial and personal role of work in our lives. Cultural differences in how communities view work. How moving overseas increases your options and choices about how we work. Here are links to the books Dawn mentioned Your Money or Your Life and The New Retirementality.
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FIRE stands for, financial independence retire early. The movement started a little over a decade ago, some books were written about the concept and then the millennials really climbed onboard. A big part of it is that people are really frustrated - that has lead to The Great Resignation. We just don’t want to have to work at a job (they hate) forever and never be able to retire. There are a lot of factors that have made it popular, but, as you look closer at the core philosophies, for most people, it's probably not going to work.
Dawn strongly disagrees with a lot of the FIRE's underlying principles. In this episode she unpacks the FIRE movement, why it's problematic. Dawn explains the first part of her ESCAPE Wealth Philosophy - a much better philosophy and strategy in her opinion.
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Lisa Godfrey-Hayes had a passion for travel, even though she had never left Alabama. Some of her medical industry colleagues worked in Saudi Arabia. She decided to apply, and was hired. She found herself leaving the country for the very first time - to work abroad on a two year contract. Afterward, her budding itch to travel was in full bloom. Lisa heard about Isla Mujeres, Mexico on a " Beach Bargains" tv show and knew she had to go check it out. After visiting numerous times - with trips to other locations sprinkled in - she rented an apartment for a year. Still working and living in the US, Lisa traveled as often as she could, renting the apartment to friends and others when she wasn't there. It was a great "beta test" before taking the plunge and buying her own oceanfront condo. It was a hot mess, but she saw the potential. After a $20-25K makeover it's a gorgeous, cash flowing vacation rental and Lisa's future retirement home.
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It's not how much you make, it's how much you keep that matters. Taxes are BY FAR your biggest expense.. In this episode Dawn explains the Great American Tax Loophole: How to Earn over $200,000 a year (per couple) and pay ZERO taxes...Legally. See IRS information here. Taxes are a game, so learn the rules and play to WIN!
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We believe in a world where when we’re on our deathbed, we don’t look back and think “what if?” What if you go for it, but it doesn't work out? What are the 3 biggest reasons why overseas retirement doesn't work out? Have a listen and find out, along with information about how to make sure it does work out! To view the video (audio in podcast) about Paul & Diane's fairy tale Dream Life, checkout this page about the Paradise Vacation with a Purpose in Isla Mujeres. Come join us!
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What is Wealth? At what point are we “Rich”? How much stuff must we accumulate before we have “won”? In this episode we dive into the hot topic of “Wealth”. In many cases, lack of income is the #1 reason those who want to move overseas, don't. Who do you listen to for financial advice? Do you make an effort to educate yourself, instead of simply relying one "experts". Do your trusted advisors have the lifestyle you want? Or are they simply on the treadmill next to you, trying to win the rat race?
Financial Planners are typically laser focused on money, financial assets & financial planning, but that is at best only 25% of the retirement planning process. Financial Planners are not trained to help clients transition to a life of significance beyond work life, career identity. What can you do? Where can you turn for help withe the other 75%? We have some ideas.
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When Social Worker Karen Rosenberg and a business partner hosted yoga retreats in Isla Mujeres, Mexico they befriended a young man in his mid 30's who died unexpectedly from undiagnosed diabetes. She decided to take action when another local woman ended up in a diabetic coma and founded the Isla Diabetes Clinic. Karen and co-director Giovanni have hosted free clinics that drew 500 people to get tested, receive nutritional counseling and supplies. Mexico has a diabetes epidemic, estimates are that about 60 percent of the population has undiagnosed diabetes. She shares how her amazing clinic has grown and had a positive impact over the past 13 years. We encourage you to support this worthwhile organization if you are able to do so. https://isladiabetesclinic.com https://www.facebook.com/isladiabetesclinic
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In this episode Dawn explains why making a decision about good health is so important. we must communicate with and recruit our subconscious, or it can sabotage our best efforts. During the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, they did a revealing study of diets of athletes from 120 different countries. While they are different foods, there was a clear diet that contributed to peak performance sustaining Olympic level fitness. Too often, we dig our graves with our teeth. Obesity prevalence in the United States was 42.4% in 2017 – 2018, and leads to poor health and preventable diseases. Referenced in this episode: The Daniel Plan and the Daniel Plan Cookbook. Also here are links to the EWG Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 foods.
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This episode covers why it is so important to take personal responsibility for our health care and not strictly rely on “professionals” to keep us healthy. Understanding history of healing and medicine gives us power and shows how historical philosophies still drive behavior in our modern era. In the pharmaceutical industry profits trump public health priorities, there are many examples of the life and death consequences. The American Medical Association: who's in control? How multinational companies use charitable foundations to avoid taxes and control the organizations their donations flow to.
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Robert Nelson and his wife Fellice are founders of Expats in Mexico. Bob blogs, edits and writes content that covers a wide variety of topics of interest to expats living in Mexico and aspiring expats who are planning a move to the country. At age 78, Robert and his wife have redefined retirement and are doing what they love - his story is so inspirational!
An Awesome Villa in a Perfect Location!
Isla Mujeres, MX just a short walk to Playa Norte, consistently ranked a top 10 beach in the world.
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This week the topic is Issues in the Tissues: Letting Go and the Law of Forgiveness
Power is at the root of our human experience. Every attitude we hold provides us with positive or negative power. There is an indisputable link between our physical emotional state and illness. What is Forgiveness? What is not Forgiveness? It has been important in many religious and spiritual practices through out history, but is fairly new in psychological research. The latest research in positive psychology and elsewhere shows that outcomes of forgiveness that have been found to have an impact on overall wellbeing. In this episode we cover the 9 - count them: NINE! health benefits of forgiveness.
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Have you ever been frozen by fear? At times, although we are very capable of doing something, we don’t. We can’t, because we become immobilized by fear. Why is that? Fear is a survival emotion, what happens in our bodies as a result of fear is a physical response. What happens mentally and emotionally is often a revision to survival energy patterns - also known as archetypes. These patterns are ancient and universal and are the lens we see the world through. Recognizing our unique programming and fear triggers helps up take action. Dawn shares her fears in connection with her upcoming Claim Your Dream Life: How to Retire in Paradise on a Shoestring Budget book release on March 29, 2022. Want to watch Dawn's talk LIVE on streaming video? Join our Claim Your Dream Life Community here.
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Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode Dawn explains the need to let go and make room. She shares her secret method of manifesting the man of her dreams: Captain Tom. Single folks you'll want to be sure to grab a pen and paper to take some notes because this really works!
Have you ever had a rude awakening that you’ve been building someone else’s dream, and forgot to build your own? Dawn got married for the first time at age 22, to who she thought was man of her dreams. She found herself single at age 31 for the first time in her adult life, after a divorce she didn’t want. For the next 10 years, she learned how to live happy as a single woman. After too many dates from hell, she gave up on the dating scene. Before she did, Dawn completed an exercise from a self-help book. It worked, and Tom came into her life.
Later she shared the book with other single friends who also had amazing results by following the directions and doing the exercise. If you seek a mate, Dawn asks: Have you made room for one? Do you know what you seek? Paul & Diane did, what a Love Story. Learn Dawn's 5 Steps to Finding True Love. ❤️
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Join us for an informative interview with former expat Cy Witherspoon, Business Development Specialist with IMG as we discuss his experience of having both daughters born in Mexico, trends in medical tourism and the different types and benefits of global health insurance. https://opats.com/healthinsurance
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Albert Einstein said, “Everyone who is seriously involved in the pursuit of science becomes convinced that a spirit is manifest in the laws of the universe … one in the face of which we, humans, with our modest powers must feel humble.” Einstein was a spiritual scientist. He also said, “Science without religion is lame, religion without science is blind.” The natural or universal laws are just as important as the physical laws like gravity, motion, etc. The law of sowing and reaping is crucial to understand and follow- if you want to Claim Your Dream Life. Just like nature, we are all subject to seasonality, although our seasons don't follow a calendar. How can we take control and move out of a season (say winter) and into spring and summer. Ignore this natural law at your peril: time waits for no one! To hear Paul Doane's full interview go here. To join our Claim Your Dream Life Community, watch the live videos of this show and interact with host Dawn Fleming go here.
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Thinking about make a bold move but it feels SCARY?? That's natural. In this episode you'll get smart strategies and tactics for navigating this unpredictable, uncertain time of rapid change we live in. Inc. Magazine ran a recent article about a newly released research study that has profound implications on how we plan for and think about the future. While the study was done in a corporate context, Dawn distills the juiciest and most important points we can use to reduce stress and anxiety and plan for a future we can look forward to. Want to join our Claim Your Dream Life Community and get access to Dawn's Weekly Live Show "Magnetic Mondays with Dawn"? Just go here.
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January's focus is on the Health Benefits of Moving Overseas. Dawn discusses the philosophy of Living Until the Day You Die that her late musician friend Jim Morris lived by. Health care coverage is naturally a hot topic for potential expats, Dawn contrasts the different approaches we can take and why Good Health is the best plan. We also discuss Long Term Care Insurance and alternative options that are much more appealing.
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Time and time again we keep hearing that a MAJOR benefit of moving overseas is Stress reduction. The first in our Health Benefits of Moving Overseas series, in this show we discuss the Law of Non-resistance. January is the month when most people focus on better health. We uncover why stress is so damaging to our health and offer 5 proven tips to reducing stress and better health. Implementing a few simple strategies can pay huge dividends by improving both mental and physical health. You don't need to move abroad to benefit from these life enhancing practices - but doing so certainly helps!
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Sheryl Strong is a serial entrepreneur who enjoyed working for herself most of her adult life, but not the struggle to make ends meet as single mom. She wondered if she could ever afford to retire and decided it would only be possible if she moved out of the the United States. She looked at many options and took an exploratory trip to Ecuador and was hooked. Luck and good fortune smiled on her in 2019 when she sold her 4 year old specialty restaurant in Prescott, Arizona. She moved her proceeds to an offshore CD that earns 9.65%. Her rent is $680 a month for a modern 1600 square foot apartment overlooking the river in Cuenca. It would be a 2 million dollar apartment in New York. Sheryl is never bored with a busy social calendar and 1-2X per week visits to a natural hot springs spa just a 30 cent bus ride away. Her advice: don't contemplate, just do it!
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Deirdre Tshien has travelled extensively and visited many places in the world. She's always had a fascination with the United States and New York from watching TV in Australia. When she visited New York City for the first time, the Big Apple stole her heart and inspired her dream to live there. Life happened, and while working a corporate job started a hospitality business that quickly blossomed to 5 locations. They continue to manage the business from the U.S. Meanwhile she's started several new and completely different businesses in New York. We cover the ups, the down, the lessons of entrepreneurship in a new country. Connect with Deirdre on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/deirdre.tshien or through her marketing company at www.capsho.com
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David Chislett was born in Britain, raised in South Africa, resides in The Netherlands. Nowhere and Everywhere are his home. He's a published author, poet, musician and artist. David has also been an entrepreneur for over 25 years. The link that joins everything in his life together is creativity,
By sharing what he knows about this human capacity, his aim is to improve the world, one presentation at a time. David brings experience, research, humor and passionate energy to every presentation he does. Forever curious, David always asks WHY… and HOW? As a result, his career has enabled him and his audiences to join dots across many worlds.
Find out more and connect with him at www.davidchislett.com
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Sam Thiara is on a mission to support individuals on their journey. Over the last many years, he has mentored hundreds and engaged thousands. In about 5,000 conversations to date, they center around the topic of understanding 'who' you are over 'what' you are going to do. He activates the voice within with a concept called, The Five Core Elements. Sam graduated from university unprepared so his first job was janitor. He later took a career leap into the unknown, leaving a comfortable corporate job and never looked back. With the many challenges with COVID, there are also opportunities as we slowly emerge. Sam shares how we need to CARE during the pandemic and CARE stands for Collaboration, Adaptability, Resilience and Empathy. These four words are so important right now as we move forward.
Sam shares his journey to India to search for ancestral roots with a faded photograph and little else. In the process, he also discovered his identity. He wrote a book called: Lost and Found: Seeking the Past and Finding Myself.
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For 17 years when Dawn and Mick Niess returned from Isla Mujeres, their vacation fantasy was to move there to live. In July 2020 those fantasies became possibilities after attending the Overseas Life Redesign How to Live in Paradise workshop. That spark led to Dawn taking action and enrolling in the Dream Life in Paradise Academy. What started as a 5 year plan quickly accelerated to selling their Seattle home and retirement from nursing in less than 12 months. Listen to their story about how being open and getting clear can steer you toward an exciting next chapter of life.
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As a partner of a national law firm, trial attorney Deborah Crinigan appeared to have it all: a high powered career, a big historical home, travel to her second home in paradise at will. At age 48 a midlife call was a reminder that her father had died at age 53. Her home in Isla Mujeres, Mexico was a siren's call to a happier, healthier and joyous life. She and her husband Willy have transformed the humble barrio home into one of Isla Mujeres' premier restaurants with stunning rooftop Caribbean views, live entertainment, an impressive wine list and more. https://www.facebook.com/rosasirenasrestaurant
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Mike Brush and his husband Chris Crum had a Plan B that included purchasing property where they could live, but it also generated rental income. The found the perfect piece of real estate in Isla Mujeres, Mexico, signed the purchase agreement hoping they could spend a few weeks to a couple of months a year there. Two days later a global pandemic was declared. They had two choices: back out and lose a substantial deposit payment or make a leap of faith and move forward with their purchase. A couple of months later Mike lost his long term, well paying job. With no entrepreneurial background, they liquidated everything and moved to Mexico to live in their "retirement" home full time- over a decade early. In short, they boldly took control of their future in less than ideal circumstances. Visit their website at https://casabellanoche.com
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Nadine Koster left Germany after high school to travel to New Zealand. it was there she met her future husband from Mexico. They returned to their respective countries for a while. They lived in Germany and Canada before eventually settling in Isla Mujeres, Mexico with their two children. Nadine's passion for healing led her to Tai Chi and Qi Gong - practices that are 100s and 1000s of years old, respectively. She was nervous then she started teaching, but was clearly born to do it. Nadine share's her journey, the tough parts and why she wouldn't change a thing. https://www.facebook.com/Taichiislamujeres-305187550002242
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Episode 50 is an exciting milestone so Dawn shares Golden Nuggets from her weekly Claim Your Dream Life Facebook Group live show. Dawn dives into how we can escape the noise, anger and negativity that seems to be everywhere. Staying sane by focusing on what we CAN control, setting and achieving our own goals and remembering who we are with move us forward. We invite you to join our Claim Your Dream Life Community by going here: www.facebook.com/groups/claimyourdreamlife.
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After vacationing in Isla Mujeres Mexico for a decade, Anya Fedorowicz made a plan to move to the island permanently in 2022. To her delight, the plan unfolded much faster than she expected. She resigned from her long time Montessori school teaching position in Michigan, sold most of her belongings and never looked back. She's fallen in love with her new slower paced overseas life.
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Living in San Diego on his sailboat and working as a dock master should have been a dream life. With his medical background, Jim Guy had a bad feeling about the coronavirus in March 2020. After the first death in the U.S. occurred, he headed South to his favorite place: Isla Mujeres, Mexico. He rented a room for $100 USD per month and has never looked back. With a new career in photography (he's on his 4th drone after a few upgrades) and occasional consulting gigs, he's living the dream on this Caribbean Island Paradise. Checkout his work here: https://www.instagram.com/james_guy_photography/
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After the death of his wife Amy 15 years ago, Jay Trimble took a vacation to Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Most unexpectedly, he bought a house. It was a lot with a mere shell of a building - and a stunning view, but his construction background meant he saw potential. Over the years kept building. When the view got blocked by the house built on the vacant lot between his property and the Caribbean - he hatched a plan. His modern house design looked like a wharf, so of course he added a ship to the third floor. It's will be christened "The Sparrow". The views from up there are incredible and the finished quality is already apparent. Listen his story of loss, adventure, foreign investment and what life holds for him after turning 60 later this year.
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When Cliff Holmes came home from work late, he found a dark house with note on the counter from his third wife. After two years of thinking about the signs he missed, his passion for work and what was next - he made a bold move. The recovering workaholic sold everything and began a new chapter of his life focused on international travel. Listen to his journey of investing well, spotting opportunities and discovering what important in life. And oh yeah - most importantly don't ever, ever, EVER Quit even if you lose it all!
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Growing up in Canada, Kim Melia moved every few years so was used to meeting new people and making new friends. As a young woman she moved alone to the United States with one suitcase. Her mom was a gypsy snowbird, trying out living in new countries fro six months to locate a future retirement location. Kim visited her in many countries over the years. Her mom settled in Lake Chapala, Mexico so once again Kim went for a visit. She loved it so much that 60 days later she'd sold everything that wouldn't fit in her small SUV and left San Diego, CA to live in Ajijic, Mexico. Her passion is Work Play Love, a non-profit organization that supports an orphanage in Guatemala. It's a very worth cause that has changed many lives www.workplaylove.org.
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After 22 years of commuting from Pennsylvania to Manhattan, Dexter Lynch is preparing to join his wife GG in retirement in October of this year. They are wasting no time figuring out their next adventure, preparing to move to the safest city in all of Mexico: Merida. After a dream house slipped through their figures and was snapped up by a cash buyer, Dexter and wife of 31 years GG decided to build. In fact the owners of the 2 year old house they missed out on was kind enough to share the building plans. They found a great lot in a brand new gated community in North Merida and a reputable builder - thanks to long time friends Jerry & Patty. They plan to move in by GG's birthday in December.
If you wan to check it out for your self, Dexter has shared his real estate agent's contact info: Mario Monroy +52 (998) 939-9196 mmonroy@buymexicorealestate.mx.
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Austin Hess was headed to Australia when fate intervened and a friend asked him to go to Panama with him. After being there for a few months, he ripped up his plane ticket to Australia and has never looked back. When his travel and tourism publication business declined due to covid, he shifted gears and went deeper into what he was already doing. His company Do Panama helps expats with relocation and hooks them up with the right people to make it easy. If you are looking for your next adventure, Panama is worth a look and Austin is there to help.
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Tired of living in the Chicago area and vacationing in warmer climates, Darren and Wendy Howarter decided it was time to go. The scouted out several potential locations overseas, settling on Medellin, Colombia. The sold their house, belongings and headed south with 3 suitcases a piece. After 6 1/2 years, they have an amazing life and love their adopted city. Along the way they've helped many people wanting to do the same thing. The couple is a wealth of knowledge and has spoken at global relocation conferences. Colombia is a top destination for medical tourism, here is the contact referenced in the interview: https://www.facebook.com/Luxemedicalconcierge. If you mention Darren Howarter's name to her there is a 5% discount. They also have a great relationship with a local law firm that has help many gringos with legal issues, investments and taxes: https://gutierrezgroup.com.co.
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In 2018, George White left California to start his first House Sit. He'd been reading about and studying it for a couple of years and was ready. He's done 10 house sits now, with multiple stints for the same owner. He's living his dream of traveling the world - free from rent, mortgage or car expenses. His lifestyle has taken him to place like Nova Scotia, Scotland, Italy and beyond. His bank account balances have doubled in the 2 1/2 years since he started. His joy is contagious - you'll love his story. FB: iGeorge White IG: iGeorge66 Twitter: iGeorge48 LI: George White Productions
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trustedhousesitters.com
nomador.com
housecarers.com
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Canadian Deborah Cerasia shares her and her husband's journey from humble beginnings to creating a business they love, a dream home in the Dominican Republic, and a future that includes time in Italy. So many pearls of wisdom from her about money, love, family, and community. Unforgettable indeed!
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Normally our show features interviews with those who've moved overseas. On Fridays, Dawn hosts a weekly live show in the Live and Earn in Paradise FB Group. On Black Friday Dawn had the opportunity to interview Jes Marcy, host of the It's All Clutter podcast and a Clutter expert. For those who want a Dream Life in Paradise, a daunting obstacle they must overcome is "What to do with all the STUFF??" Jess shares some of her best tips and an invitation to join her 5-day workshop!
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Zhanyl Raeva may originally be from Kyrgyzstan, but at age 28 she's a citizen of the world. After finishing high school at age 16 she dreamed of studying abroad. Her sights were set on Paris, but China was to be her destiny. Growing up in a diplomatic family, she studied foreign affairs in Beijing and earned her bachelors degree. A two month break in India for a Hatha Yoga certification turned out to be life changing. The mind, body, spiritual connection she experienced revealed the depth of her potential. On a whim, not really believing she'd be accepted, Zhanyl applied for a United States student visa. To her surprise she was accepted, she studied ballet and other subjects of interest. On an other whim she posted her profile on a modeling website, and quickly got hired. Her modeling career was born. Many more adventures are on her horizon.
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Ray Blakney is probably like every other award-winning Filipino-American entrepreneur who grew up in Turkey and lives in Mexico that you know. He comes from a long line of world travelers and has lived 75% of his life as an expat. Over 12 years he's built a location independent lifestyle that lets him, his wife and his new baby son to travel around the world whenever they want without being tied down by work. When he is not traveling, he bootstraps 6 and 7-figure online businesses, mostly from home in his superman pajamas.
He and his businesses have been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, The Boston Globe and other top publications. Connect with Ray at https://www.facebook.com/raymond.blakney.
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Thirteen years of nonstop personal and financial hardship had put Paul Doane in the autumn and winter of his life without much hope for the future. In July 2020, he saw a Facebook Ad for a Free 5-day workshop "How to Live in Paradise Without Worrying About the Pricetag". He signed up and fully engaged in the program. By the end of that week, he had a vision, a plan, and the inspiration he needed to redesign his life. He had a new zeal for life and his seasons had changed to spring and summer. Two months later he repeated the program and made a bold decision to move to Mexico for a month-long "beta test" - as he was advised. It was a HUGE success and Paul shares what that experience was like and his plans to move to Mexico to live full time. At 68, he's hit the "reset" button, is writing a series of books he'll publish in the new couple of months. Paul shows us that with a great attitude, anything is possible! Maybe it can happen for you too! http://www.overseasliferedeisgn.com/roadmap
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It all started when Becca Alvarez went to meet her in-laws who lived in a small Mexican village. She fell in love with the area and them. She decided to move there with her 2 girls for a year. After that, her contract job in Mexico ended, so they moved back to the U.S. Two job losses and a home robbery later, she sold everything but what would fit in her SUV for a second trip to Mexico. That was 10 years ago, now she has a staff of four to take care of her and her 3 girls - and lives like a Millionaire. She made some mistakes along the way, but couldn't be happier with her life, her family and their future.
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! year Anniversary Episode With Host Dawn Fleming. Is midlife your turning point towards a brighter future?U.S. Life Expectancy in 1900 was 48, now 80 years. We've been gifted an Entire Adult Lifetime - tacked on to what that used to be. This presents us with challenges, but also many opportunities. Because so many are now living - and working longer, by choice and necessity, a growing number of people are feeling lost and irrelevant. The rules have changed, economics have changed - but learning how we can adapt and thrive in the midst of these changes is not easy. Dawn shares her vision for Overseas Life Redesign and her Dream Life in Paradise Academy. Join us on Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/liveandearnin paradise
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Rick Tylka grew up in a military family so frequent travel was the norm for him. Tired of the Los Angeles crowds and traffic he settled on Australia after checking out many other options. He's now a dual citizen, having lived in Australia for as long as he lived in the United States. Listen to his exciting journey and unique perspective on life and his experience living Down Under.
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Our Guest Barbara Harris and her husband left Canada for Mexico. They stayed for two months and scoped out eight different cities looking for their new home. From Puerto Morelos, they went to Merida, then ended up buying a villa in Progresso. After a few years, they longed for a change of scenery and headed to the mountains on the West Coast. Several moves later they found a place that's just right. Listen to her great story of trying on different cultural experiences, finding out what you like and what you don't - and not giving up until you find the perfect fit.
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For Sue Robuck, her adventures started at age 2 when she ventured out and was located 6 blocks from her home. After a successful career in bank in California, she longed for adventure. She went to New Zealand to sail with a man, her love for sailing lasted. The relationship didn't. The U.S. Virgin Islands would be home for a decade. She got her captain's license and ran a charter boat company. Her home now is Cancun, Mexico but other adventures are calling her.
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Part of a military family, Teresa Stark grew up in Scotland. Her family moved around Scotland then returned home to the U.S. Used to moving around and her love of travel led to her desire to relocate overseas. Not sure where to go, she decided to take a year and travel the world. She stayed for one month in each country for an entire year through Remote Year. The program was hassle free, she felt safe and each place she stayed and had a city host - a concierge to provide local knowledge. Hear her story and check it out yourself at www.remoteyear.com.
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Alex Rofa was born in Mexico to a French Mother and Spanish Father, they moved to France when he was six months old. He's lived in many countries and speaks multiple languages. We discuss how that has impacted his life, his outlook, and his relationships. We also talk real estate, an industry he's worked in while living in Cancun. He recently purchased a house there and owns another investment property in Guadalajara. If you'd like to connect with him please send him a FB message here https://www.facebook.com/alejandrorosillo.
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In the last year of high school in Canada, Jen Richie our Guest went to China to be with her parents as her dad worked there. What was supposed to be a 6 month stay turned into a permanent relocation overseas. She married and Australian and they had a son, now the three of them live in Hong Kong. She's launching an internet business to teach Shopify and dreams of a life as digital nomads so they can travel to other parts of Asia.
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At 28, Tiffany Lanier had it all: an IT Job at the world-renown Mayo Clinic, she owned her own home, had a nice car, and a beautiful son. But something was missing...there was a void in her soul. Fate intervened when she generously offered to plan a high school bestie's destination wedding in Mexico. The trip would change her life, by opening up a new world of possibilities - and opportunities. She returned to that same island paradise a year later and knew before she left that it would become her new home. She went back to Minnesota and sold her house, packed up her 8-year-old son and the rest is history. She owns and operates Sunhorse Weddings, named one of the 25 Most Influential Wedding Planners in the world! https://sunhorseweddings.com/
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Nadiya Shah comes from an immigrant family in Toronto Canada. She studied Astrology in Kent, England, and went on to become a world-renown astrologer. Listen to her amazing story of life redesign overseas, which started in 2012 when she came to Cancun for the end of the Mayan calendar. She shares her insights on what is happening in the world now and what's in store for the future. To learn more or connect with her please visit www.nadiyashah.com
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At age 26? London job was deemed "redundant"
Listen to our lovely guest Tanya Dryden's learned how she balanced her life, and managed everything she overcomes through, How she had to find a job to pay the mortgage on her new home. She took a chance, and responded to a tiny advertisement for work in Singapore. Little did she know her dream life that began with her cold calling for financial planners would lead to the luxury of retirement at age 42. That didn't last long, because Tanya loves helping people. Now she works because she wants to, helping others accomplish what she did provides Tanya with joy, purpose, and meaning and to know more how she decided to work? stay tuned to our podcast show.
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Isla Mujeres' locals were hit hard and they became unemployed virtually overnight, about 95% of works in tourism, When the pandemic hit, Isla Mujeres' locals. Brenda wanted to help, little did she know her efforts would blossom into her calling.
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She proved that We are all one.
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Our Guest Chris Pordon, had a great career in politics and was living the life in New York. when he entered his late twenties Chris Pordon felt unsatisfied and longed for more. He decided to cast it all aside and took a professional sabbatical. For two years he backpacked his way around Europe, "hit the lottery" by landing a great job that allowed him to live anywhere.
To know more about the story behind the lottery he hit, Listen to his story to hear his tips on how anyone can do the same thing he did and can Live your Dreams!
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Our vivacious fitness guru guest Claire Perry, grew up in Australia, and as an adult wanted to return. When she met her partner Dustin Clifford, destiny convinced him. Now, she's realize her dream and is living it fully. Together they've created a happy new life down under. To hear her journey, have a listen to this podcast show and stay tuned.
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Welcome to our Podcast show, Here we are with Nash Megji who has owned bars and restaurants in many places. After selling his bar in Hawaii he went long-distance sailing. Last November Nash upped his game and opened Snappers, the premier sports and entertainment on the island, and just steps from North Beach. He shares the secrets of his success in both life and business.
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Ruth Lacey got a great opportunity early in her career to working in England. She made new British friends, one of them was Steve. They fall in love and by god's grace, they got married now for 28 years. Their primary home is in Vermont, they enjoy wintering in Mexico and spend Fall in England at Steve's family home. Listen to this interview we will be knowing Ruth's lifestyles and their adventure, how they have got been blessed created the life of their dreams.
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After winning a battle with leukemia, surviving the tech crash and a real estate crash it was time for something completely different. Jim Silver decided to make his passion his business. He set out to purchase a dive business in the Caribbean. Some friends told him about a unique opportunity and the rest is history...
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Kat Oystryk left her native Canada in her early twenties to teach in Seoul, South Korea. She went on to teach in Japan, Spain, and Canada. She wanted to travel and teaching helper her to that, and get paid for it. After a divorce, she left for Mexico and fell in love and her life took a different way.
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She has Parkinson's disease, Debbie retired from her 37-year nursing career in Texas. She and her husband now live full time in their Mexico dream home. Hear her inspirational story of not just coping with it - but thriving after what to many would be a devastating diagnosis and how both of them support each other in there tough times and overcome these difficulties.
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Our Guest Maria DeNuccio's priority was raising a family. When her youngest child was finishing high school it was time to make her life long dream of owning her own oceanfront restaurant. With the help and support of her husband Dan, she's living her dream. Listen to how her Sicilian grandmother and her mother's legacy empowered her to open a restaurant in a foreign country, with no background as a restauranteur. DeNuccio has amazing vistas and is the best place for Italian food in Isla Mujeres. Reservations are preferred:
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Rose Granato and Mike Turajich said good-bye to high pressure corporate jobs in Toronto, Canada and hello to a laidback life in Mexico. Smart real estate investments provided the means to build their stunning Caribbean front dream home. Semi-retired, they now manage their vacation rental condo, plus a handful of others for owners in the same complex.
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Becky McCormack and her husband dreamed of a Caribbean Island retirement. They finally made the move. Four months later they moved back to the U.S to care for an ill family Member. This year, they made a second attempt and moved from Missouri to Mexico for the second time. Becky shares her perspective, as a retired librarian, how to go about conducting the research to make such a move.
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Alison Sawyer Current and her husband Jeff moved to Mexico in 2001, built their dream home complete with a potter's studio for her. Little did she know that her concern for the local animals with turn in to her life's passion. Since then her non-profit "Isla Animals" has spayed and neutered over 20,000 cats and dogs and facilitated thousands of adoptions.
Isla Animals:
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A portion of the proceeds from Alison's book The Dog Lady of Mexico go to Isla Animals, a USA based 501c(3) non-profit organization. You may get it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dog-Lady-Mexico-Heartwarming-Journey/dp/0578413809/ref=nav_signin?keywords=the+dog+lady+of+mexico&qid=1576173008&s=books&sr=1-1&
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At age 18 Helena left Paris for a 3 month visit to Mexico City to study Spanish and visit friends. Her parents weren't pleased when upon her return she announced she planned to move to Mexico. She's been living on Isla Mujeres for 34 years and wouldn't change a thing. Hear why she loves her life, her new business and her island friend family.
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Keesha Parker thought she'd have to wait 35 years and retire in order to move to paradise. Instead she transitioned her counseling practice from traditional in person therapy session to exclusively online sessions. That decision gave her the freedom to live anywhere, and she chose to move to the Caribbean Island Paradise of Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Now she continues to help her clients while also dedicating 2 days a week at one of the ten best beaches in the world! Hear how she did it, the challenges she faced - and overcame to live her life like she tells her clients to think: Outside the Box.
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Tommy and Allison Merandi traded in their high stress and no time Atlanta lifestyle for Caribbean Island Life. Instead of commuting for 3 hours in bumper to bumper traffic, six days a week, Allison now walks her 2 dogs 3-4 times a day. Instead of just spending Sundays together, Tommy and Allison cherish their daily together time. Tommy thought he'd retired, but the allure of helping to run the island's most popular gringo bar was just too attractive. Oh yeah, they also started a new business distributing eco-friendly packaging for bars, restaurants and Islenos. The timing couldn't have been better, given new laws banning single use plastics and styrofoam. https://www.facebook.com/biogreenblue
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Our guest Cliff McFuller and his wife Chris moved onto a sailboat at age 21. After 41 years of marriage and raising twin daughters, he shares their remarkable perspective. With a background in real estate, Cliff offers sound advice on foreign investment, culture and how to live a good life - overseas.
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Maggie and Tom Washa have been Wintering in Mexico for over 30 years. She got bored just gazing at the sea. She needed purpose so she started an English School to help lift the locals out of poverty. After nine years, she made a huge impact but it was time to move on. Then she started a university scholarship nonprofit that now has over 100 donors who pool their resources to support a dozen college students. That's making a difference!
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What you think is normal is not necessarily the way it needs to be. Alex's family all learned together as they worked, played and lived together 24 hours a day on their 50 foot catamaran. Hear her story about how they took the plunge, weathered storms and became a closer family unit by living outside the box.
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Dawn:00:44Okay. I'm here with Kari and Sam Skaggs and we're excited to talk with them today about their overseas life. Thank you so much for being here. Kari, would you like to tell us a little bit about how this all came about?
Kari Skaggs:Yeah, thanks Dawn for, um, asking us to do this. Okay. So now Seas, Trees and RVs is the name of our journey.
Dawn:I love it.
Kari Skaggs:Um, do you want to know how it came about? Okay. In 2014 we were vacationing here on Isla for the 10th time or something like that. And after that vacation, we were preparing for our military retirement, both of us at that in that year for the next year. And we started talking about what it would be like to live down here in the future. And it was just a kind of as a conversation that we had at the beach one day and that was it for a long time.
01:42And then in 2014, um, 2015, excuse me, I retired and Sam was already retired. And then we kind of started talking about, you know, kids going off to college, all those kinds of things were happening within the next few years. And the conversation, yeah, turned into a whiteboard and then the whiteboard turned into tasks. And then we kind of just said this, you know, like, uh, it evolved into being like a project. It was fun. There was no, you know, whatever, but no commitment at the time. It was just fun. And then 2016 we started talking about, um, the reality of this, this has been fun because we really make this happen. So that's how it started. It was on, we got a conversation on the beach and in a whiteboard and then eventually we sold our home, bought an RV, moved into and went on the road in 2017 and we're about to go into the third season full time.
Dawn:02:40So this was about a three or four year period?
Kari Skaggs:Yep.
Dawn:Okay.
Kari Skaggs:That was two years of like, no kidding planning. And then we executed in 2017 and we're about to go into our third season living abroad full time.
Dawn:Right. Awesome. So you're, and you're headed back the States to do some RVing?
Kari Skaggs:Leave Isla here. On Tuesday we're going back to Arizona, pick up the RV. I'm gonna knock out the rest of the continental United States before we come back here and in the winter and the spring. Yeah.
Dawn:Okay. So, um, so aside from just enjoying the beach, were there other motivating factors that made you want to make this move?
Kari Skaggs:03:28I would say there were a lot of factors that we had dual pensions and we kind of looked at like reversing it and thinking about our kids are, are all gone, we're healthy, we're young, we have the heart for travel. So why not do this now, until waiting until we're a little bit older and maybe limited by whatever conditions. Health conditions or grandchildren or
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Dawn:00:44I’m here with Diane Huth, and I'm really excited to chat with you this afternoon and learn more about your impending move.
Diane Huth:I’m so excited I can barely stand it.
Dawn:How did it all come about?
Diane Huth:Oh, I have been working towards this forever. I just didn't realize it. I've always had wanderlust. Um, I, a million years ago when I went to college, I got a degree in Spanish. I lived in Spain and I loved studying overseas and I loved living overseas and I love Latin cultures. And then I went back to the United States and got married and got a job and all those kinds of things. Um, and I worked for three years as a Spanish teacher and I decided that that was not a way to make a living. So I went back to school and got an MBA in international marketing and that was my passion because I wanted to figure out how to go back to Spain and that wonderful overseas life that I had loved as an 18 or 19 year old.
00:59It's like, I want more of that. Um, and I got married and my husband was in, well we were both in international business. I got a job out of graduate school with Reynolds Tobacco in the US he got a job with Firestone international. And so they went to transfer him and I wasn't sure about this getting married thing and he said, I'm going to Brazil next month, are you coming or not? So we got married because I had to get married, we moved to Brazil. So I had the opportunity to go and live in Brazil. So I didn't, I spoke fluent Spanish but no Portuguese, so intensive Berlitz classes for a month. And we got on a plane and flew to Brazil. And so we had another opportunity to explore a wonderful culture and live overseas. And we were there for two wonderful years. And then he got the phone call that he was being transferred to Portugal.
01:50And so it's like we're going to Portugal, and I was working for Johnson and Johnson, which is a wonderful company. I loved working for them. And so I told them I was leaving and they said, well, we're going to arrange for you to meet with our colleague in Portugal. So I got hired in, in Portugal before I ever got there because it's a small international world. And so Portugal's a very small company, er country, in a very small expatriate community. And so the general manager of, um, Firestone was golfing with the general manager of Johnson and Johnson said, I've got this guy coming in with his wife and he hired me site unseen. So I landed with a job with the same company and I loved Portugal. I just, I love living overseas. I loved the adventure. I loved learning foreign languages. So it was always kind of in my life what I wanted to do.
02:40And then we got the phone call. We're moving to Mexico, you're going to a factory in Mexico. And so, um, they had arranged for me to go with Johnson and Johnson in Mexico. And the month befo
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She had it made living in Malibu, California. But the first time our guest Cindy Lu visited this island paradise, she cried on the ferry ride over and - and she didn't even know where she was going. All she knew is it felt like she was coming home. Is "Living Happily Ever After" a myth? Perhaps, but after her 18-year marriage ended in divorce, Cindy's getting her grove back.
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Intro:00:02 Welcome. You are listening to the oversees life redesign podcast where you'll hear finally relaxed and inspirational interviews with people who are really living the dream. I'm Dawn Fleming an attorney turned alchemist and your host for the show, coming to you from the tropical island paradise of Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Listen to conversations with courageous souls who stepped out of their comfort zones and designed a new way of life. They'll share their experiences, wisdom and offer practical steps you can take to redesign your life overseas. Listen, and you'll believe if you can dream it, you can achieve it.
Dawn:00:43 Okay. I'm so excited to be here with Cindy Lou. I knew the first time I met you that you were somebody I really wanted to connect with and had, um, amazing stories for sure.
Cindy:00:53 I already forgot. How did we meet?
Dawn:00:56 Well, um, we met at a party. Yeah, it was great. I just loved your story. You know, you went on vacation and never went home.
Cindy:01:06 Yeah. Yeah. That's basically what happened. I mean I've been home since, but it was supposed to be here a week and ended up renting an apartment for a year. Yes.
Dawn:01:16 So let me ask you, did you have any inkling that you wanted to move overseas?
Cindy:
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Imagine pulling up stakes and starting life all over again in a place where you know NO ONE. Now imagine doing it FOUR times - with the last move outside your country. How you can avoid the number one dream killer and find your tribe. You've been gifted a second adult lifetime - so what are you going to do with it? The possibilities are literally endless...
Steps to Creating Your Dream Life
Step One: What would you do if you won $50 million USD in the lottery? (Meaning now you have all the time and money to do whatever you want)
Step Two: Imagine it is now exactly 5 years in the future and you are living your perfect life (with the same assumption from step 1). Write out what your perfect day looks like as if it has already occurred. Where are you living? Who are you with? How are you spending your day? What has happened since then? What are you proud of?
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Intro:00:02Welcome. You are listening to the oversees live free design podcast where you'll hear finally relaxed and inspirational interviews with people who are really living the dream. I'm Dawn Fleming and attorney turned Alchemist and your host for the show. Coming to you from the tropical Island paradise of Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Listen to conversations with courageous souls who stepped out of their comfort zones and designed a new way of life. They'll share their experiences, wisdom and offer practical steps you can take to redesign your life overseas. Listen, and you'll believe if you can dream it, you can achieve it.
Dawn:00:42Are you living the life of your dreams? Do you believe it's even possible? Did you ever go on a vacation and never want to go home? I'm a non-practicing attorney and seven time entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in setting up, marketing, managing and maintaining thriving businesses. I had an amazing career as an international business attorney, but it didn't make me happy. The attorney lifestyle just wasn't a good fit for me. For 16 years after that, I went on to become award-winning top producer and popular sales trainer in the relationship marketing industry. It was a great experience. I met lifelong friends, but I knew I was destined for more. In 2010 my husband Tom and I left Southern California and sailed 5,000 miles through the Panama Canal and relocated to Florida where we lived for six years. While moving to Florida was good for us, the Northwest Florida culture was a shock and the weather was much colder than we expected.
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Our Host Dawn Fleming and her Sea Captain husband Tom discuss their novel way of redesigning their overseas lives: a 5000-mile sailing journey from California to Florida. After six years in the Sunshine State, they set sail again - for a Paradise. They now live on a stunning Caribbean Island that boasts one of the Top 10 Beaches in the World. Hear how they went from being at the top of their respective games in California as a business attorney and an electrical engineer - to losing everything. They explain how they recovered and vowed to live a different way - and help others take courageous action to Live Their Dreams - Overseas.
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- Vacation Villa Website: http://www.castillitocaribe.com
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Dawn:00:02Welcome. You are listening to the Overseas Life Redesign podcast where you'll hear fun, relaxed and inspirational interviews with people who are really living the dream. I'm Dawn Fleming an attorney turned alchemist and your host for the show, coming to you from the tropical Island paradise of Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Listen to conversations with courageous souls who stepped out of their comfort zone and designed a new way of life. They'll share their experiences, wisdom and offer practical steps you can take to redesign your life overseas. Listen and you'll believe if you can dream it, you can achieve it.
00:42This is your host, Dawn Fleming and today I'm here with my husband Tom Clifford and we thought we'd start off our podcast first episode with telling you a little bit about ourselves and how we came up with the idea for this podcast.
00:56We moved to a little Island off the coast of Cancun called Isla Mujeres. We bought ocean front vacation rental property three years ago while we were still living in Florida. And it's a now a four bedroom, four bath luxury property located in El Centro, which is basically downtown Isla Mujeres. And then Tom, you want to tell them about where we're living?
Tom:01:18Well, when the house is rented out, then we live on our
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