Does the place you live in support your future vision?

Does it energize you or drain you?

How do you know when it's time to make a change?

In this solo episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee shares the deeply personal story behind her decision to leave the Netherlands and move to Australia. Not once, but twice.

What started as a temporary relocation in 2018 turned into a life-changing experience that reshaped how she views lifestyle, culture, and what it really means to feel alive. After unexpectedly returning to the Netherlands during the pandemic, she found herself facing a deeper truth: sometimes, a place that once felt like home no longer aligns with who you’re becoming.

In this episode, Vee shares:

• The moment she realized the Netherlands was no longer the right environment for her
• Why she decided to move to Australia, twice
• How your environment can either support or limit your growth
• The questions to ask yourself if you’re feeling stuck where you are
• How to recognize when it’s time for a change

This is a reflective conversation for anyone who feels disconnected from their current environment, or is quietly wondering if there’s more out there for them.

Because often… we don’t realize how much a place impacts us until we change it.

✨ Want to explore relocation, travel, identity, belonging and purpose more deeply? You can find coaching support and resources for navigating life abroad on Vee’s website

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Episode 3 “Make - or Break - Your Relationships? Here’s What Really Happens When You Move Abroad"

Episode 8 “Find Your Ideal Place to Live, Travel & Belong with Astrocartrography”

Episode 5 “Stranded in Dubai: My Travel Crisis & What You Need to Know Before You Travel”

Online course “Unpack Abroad - your roadmap to move and thrive abroad”

Guided Meditation to Unlock Your Future Vision

Free Audio course “From Dream To Departure”

Community in Australia

What happens if you trust the process? And embark on a journey of resilience, following your intuition on an unexpected path?

What if things not working out… is actually part of the plan?

In this episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee sits down with social impact storyteller, documentary filmmaker & media consultant Michael Serpell for a real and honest conversation about trusting your path, even when it doesn’t look the way you thought it would.

Michael shares his journey moving abroad from Australia to the US, following a vision in filmmaking… landing what felt like the right opportunity… and then experiencing a plot twist that changed everything.

What unfolds is a story about resilience, intuition, and learning how to listen to that inner voice when everything around you feels uncertain, including a period where he worked closely with Vee to find clarity and realign his path.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Going inward when the outside world gets loud
• Listening to your intuition when things don’t make sense logically
• What it really looks like to “trust the process”
• Navigating setbacks while living and working abroad
• Letting go of control and opening up to unexpected opportunities
• How travel can be a catalyst to finding your real purpose
• The impact of storytelling and filmmaking to create positive change in the world

Setbacks often shape the path you were actually meant to be on if you don’t give up and keep going, even when it doesn’t make sense. You'll be surprised what you can find on the other side, when you open yourself up to the endless possibilities.

Connect with Michael:

Website

Waitlist for his documentary film making program

Michael's Podcast

Instagram

Linkedin

Connect with Veerle:

Website

Instagram

LinkedIn

Extra Resources mentioned in the podcast:

Meditations

Community in Sydney

✨ Want to explore relocation, travel, identity, belonging and purpose more deeply? You can find coaching support and resources for navigating life abroad on Vee’s website

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trust the process, intuition, manifestation, personal growth, moving abroad, expat life, life transitions, resilience, filmmaking, social impact, inner journey, purpose, travel and transformation

Do you ever wonder: "Am I behind in life?"

Do you feel like you rush from one thing to another? Chasing a timeline? Doubting your life choices?

Whether it’s your career, relationships, the country you live in, or the path you’ve taken so far… you’re not the only one.

In this solo episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee explores where this feeling actually comes from and why it might not be true at all.

You’ll discover how the idea of a “life timeline” can quietly keep you stuck, even when it has nothing to do with what you truly want.

Veerle shares her own experiences of changing careers, moving countries, and starting over in her 30s, while navigating the same doubts you may be facing right now.

This episode will help you shift your perspective on time, release the pressure of comparison, and reconnect with your own path.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, constantly in a rush, or like you’re falling behind… this conversation will remind you of something important:

You’re not late. You might be exactly where you need to be.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why the idea of a “linear life timeline” is misleading
• How comparison creates the illusion of being behind
• A powerful reframe of time as a personal experience, not a fixed rule
• How to use your desires as guidance instead of pressure
• What it really means to “collapse timelines” and move faster toward what you want

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Podcast Episode "The In-Between Phase: When Your Old Life No Longer Fits But The New One Hasn't Arrived Yet..."

Tune Into Your Future Vision Meditation

Personal Coaching with Veerle

There’s a reason why some places feel like home…

and others just don’t.

In this episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Veerle Beelen Da Costa David (Vee) is joined by transformational travel coach Sonia Cruz Oro to explore the fascinating world of astrocartography. A powerful tool that combines astrology and geography to help you understand how different places in the world can influence your life.

If you’ve ever felt a strong pull toward a certain country, or questioned why you feel more aligned, confident, or even challenged in certain places… this conversation will open a completely new perspective.

We dive into how astrocartography works, how it connects to your birth chart, and how you can use it to make more aligned decisions when it comes to travel, relocation, and creating a life abroad that truly fits you.

This episode is not about predicting your future. It’s about understanding yourself on a deeper level, so you can choose environments that support your growth, direction, and life decisions (career, business, relationships, and more).

In this episode, we talk about:

• What astrocartography is and how it works

• Why some places feel supportive… and others feel challenging • How to use astrocartography for travel and relocation decisions

• The difference between “flowing” and “challenging” places

• Why you might feel a strong pull toward certain destinations

Whether you’re:

• Thinking about moving abroad

• Navigating life in a new country

• Planning your next trip with intention

• Or simply curious about astrology and personal growth

This episode will give you a new lens on how to find your place in the world.

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Connect with Sonia:

https://www.travelawakens.com/ https://www.travelawakens.com/destinations https://www.instagram.com/soniacruzoro/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/soniacruzoro 

Connect with Veerle:

https://www.unpackbyveer.com https://www.instagram.com/unpackbyveer

Want more?

If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who’s navigating life abroad or searching for their next step.

And if you’re currently in that in-between phase — where your old life no longer fits, but your next step isn’t fully clear yet — you can connect with Vee to explore how to work together in her coaching programs.

You moved abroad… but now you’re questioning everything.

Should you stay where you are — building a life with more freedom and possibility?

Or go back home — to stability, familiarity, and what feels like the “right” next step?

In this solo episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee explores one of the most common (yet rarely talked about) dilemmas of living abroad: deciding whether to stay or return home.

Inspired by a recent conversation and her own experience of moving abroad, she shares how this decision is often not about the country itself, but about identity, expectations, and the life you’re trying to create.

Because you can stay abroad and still feel lost.

And you can go home and still feel stuck.

This episode will help you move beyond the surface-level question and reconnect with what you truly want.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why questioning your life abroad is a natural phase (not a mistake)
• The hidden question behind “Should I stay abroad or go home?”
• 3 powerful tools to support your decision-making process
• How to separate fear (regret, failure, disappointing others) from truth
• How to align your decision with your future self and long-term vision
• Why there is no “perfect” choice — only a choice you commit to

This episode is for you if you:

• Are living abroad and unsure whether to stay or move back home
• Feel stuck between two lives, identities, or versions of yourself
• Are navigating a life transition, relocation, or career crossroads
• Want more clarity, direction, and confidence in your next step

Resources & next steps:

→ 1:1 Coaching with Vee — for clarity, direction, and aligned decision-making in your life abroad. More info here

→ Online Course “Unpack Abroad” - guiding you through each phase of the relocation process. More info here

→ Meditations for inner clarity — to reconnect with your inner voice and future vision. Listen here

Leave a review and rating if you enjoyed this episode and support the podcast.

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What does it really take to build a life that feels like yours — anywhere in the world?

In this episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee sits down with creative business consultant and photographer Avieta Claessens.

Avieta shares her journey of moving across countries, reinventing herself along the way, and learning how to stay grounded through constant change.

Together, Vee and Avieta explore everything from building routines and finding community abroad to cultivating confidence, self-trust, and a mindset of adventure — even in uncertain moments.

This conversation is a reminder that life abroad (and life in general) isn’t about having it all figured out…

but about creating stability, connection, and meaning in the small, everyday moments.

In this episode you'll learn:

• What it means to navigate life in different countries and adapt to new environments
• Why simple routines and rituals can bring balance and calm
• How to build confidence and trust yourself through change
• The importance of finding (or creating) your community
• How to shift your mindset from challenge to adventure
• Why small steps can lead to powerful transformation

This episode is for you if you’re navigating a transition, living abroad, or simply feeling in between — and looking for a way to feel more grounded, clear, and connected.

Connect with Avieta here:

Website

Free Intro Call with Avieta

Instagram

Connect with Veerle here:

Website

Instagram

✨ Want to explore relocation, travel, identity, belonging and purpose more deeply?

You can find coaching support and resources for navigating life abroad on Vee’s website.

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There are moments in travel that completely change how you see the world.

In this episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, host Vee shares a deeply personal and unexpected experience of being stranded in Dubai during a sudden escalation in the region, while traveling from Australia to Europe for a family funeral.

What started as a straightforward journey quickly turned into days of uncertainty, flight cancellations, emergency alerts, and navigating fear in an unfamiliar environment.

This episode is not just a personal story.

It’s a reflection on what happens when you lose control, and how you respond in moments that challenge your sense of safety while traveling abroad.

Alongside her personal experience, Vee shares practical travel tips and insights to help you stay prepared, make grounded decisions, and handle unexpected travel disruptions with more confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What really happens when flights get cancelled during a crisis

• How to handle travel disruptions and emergency situations abroad

• Why being proactive with airlines and travel plans matters

• What to prepare before international travel (that most people overlook)

• How living abroad can affect embassy support and emergency options (and what to do)

Whether you travel often, live abroad, or want to feel more prepared for uncertain situations, this episode offers both perspective and practical guidance for international travel.

If you have any questions, send a DM to Vee here

How can traveling inward be just as transformative as traveling the world?

In this episode of Beyonder, Vee is joined by holistic health therapist Felicia for an open, honest conversation about plant medicine journeys. What they are, what they’re not, and how they can profoundly expand your perspective.

Felicia had just arrived in Sydney to begin an open-ended adventure, embracing the unknown externally - and that becomes the perfect gateway into exploring what it means to journey inward.

We dive into:

– What “plant medicine journeys” actually mean

– Why they’re often described as traveling through your inner landscapes

– The difference between a challenging experience and a “bad trip”

– The importance of safety, guidance, and environment

– Why integration before or after a ceremony matters just as much as the journey itself

– The connection between plant medicine, meditation, nature, and presence

– Community, asking for help, and remembering you don’t have to navigate deep transformation alone

This is not medical or legal advice, but a personal reflection on Vee's and Felicia's lived experiences and the lessons they've gathered through both inner and outer exploration.

Because sometimes going beyond borders isn’t about changing countries. It’s about expanding consciousness.

If you’ve ever felt curious about plant medicine — or simply about accessing deeper layers of yourself — this episode invites you to explore what resonates for you.

Subscribe to Beyonder to stay connected to future conversations that expand horizons — inside and out.

For more resources & information about Vee's work to support your inner and outer journeys, go here.

If you have any questions, send Vee a DM here.

Moving abroad has the power to do both. But not always in the ways you expect.

In this episode of Beyonder, Vee is joined by her first special guest, her husband David, for an honest conversation about what really happens to your relationships when you move countries.

From starting their love story in Sydney to navigating an unexpected move to the Netherlands and eventually finding their way back to Australia, they reflect on how relocation impacts love, friendships, authenticity, and the way you see yourself.

This episode explores why moving abroad can feel lonely even when you’re in a relationship, how cultural differences shape connection, and what it truly takes to build belonging in a new environment.

It’s about how transitions reveal patterns, test communication, and invite growth.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why moving abroad can feel lonely, even when you’re not alone
• How relocation affects romantic relationships and friendships
• The identity shifts that come with starting over
• Why authenticity becomes even more important in a new culture
• How shared challenges can deepen connection rather than divide it

Whether you’re planning a move, already living abroad, or questioning how relocation might impact your partnership or friendships, this conversation offers perspective, honesty, and reassurance.

✨ Want to explore relocation, identity, belonging and purpose more deeply?

You can find coaching support and resources for navigating life abroad on Vee’s website here.

This episode's guest: David Beelen

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There’s a phase in life that many of us go through but few people talk about honestly. The phase where your old life no longer fits, but your next chapter isn’t clear yet.

In this episode of Beyonder, Vee explores what is often called the in-between phase. A time that can feel confusing, restless, and uncomfortable, especially during life transitions like moving abroad or changing careers.

Drawing from her own experience of navigating multiple major transitions, Vee shares why this phase doesn’t mean you’re stuck, behind, or failing. Instead, she invites you to see it as a powerful period of integration, recalibration, and becoming.

This episode is a gentle reminder that clarity can’t be forced. Sometimes the most meaningful growth happens when you allow yourself to slow down, listen inward, and trust what’s unfolding.

Whether you’re currently in this phase, just coming out of it, or sense it approaching, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective, and a softer way of meeting uncertainty.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What the “in-between phase” really is and why it’s more common than you think

• Why feeling restless, tired, or disconnected doesn’t mean something is wrong

• How the pressure to make decisions too quickly can actually keep you stuck

• Why clarity doesn’t come from overthinking but where it comes from instead

• How to reframe this phase as a cocoon, not a gap

  
  

  
  

✨ Want to explore this phase more deeply?

You can find more coaching support and resources for navigating life transitions on Vee's website here.

👉 You can find the audio course about the In-Between Phase that Vee talks about in this episode on Insight Timer here.

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