When life in New York began to feel more like a checklist than a life, Hiwote knew something had to change she just didn’t expect that following a quiet nudge would lead her across the ocean to Lisbon.

In this episode, I chat with Hiwote to trace the unexpected moves, small decisions, and bold moments of trust that helped her build a slower, more beautiful life abroad.

We explore what it really looks like to shift from chasing achievements to chasing alignment, and how letting yourself lean into joy, even when it feels uncertain, can change everything.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to live differently but weren’t sure where to start, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

Inside the Episode:

• How Hiwote turned a three-month escape into a permanent move across the world
• The real risk of choosing joy (and why it's absolutely worth it)
• The surprising connection between creative resilience and building a life abroad
• Four principles to help you bring your dreams to life, wherever you are
• Why rest and play aren’t luxuries, they’re lifelines

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