Beyonder - The Podcast

In this episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee sits down with Cristina Esteve for a heartfelt conversation about self-love, emotional healing, presence, and the connection between our inner world and physical health.

Together, they explore how stress, emotional suppression, and constant busyness can disconnect us from ourselves — and how learning to slow down, become present, and practice self-compassion can completely transform the way we experience life.

Cristina shares her personal journey to deeper self-awareness and healing, including how practices like Compassionate Inquiry, gratitude, and self-acceptance helped her and her clients reconnect on a deeper level.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why being present can change the way you experience life
• The connection between emotions, stress, and physical health
• Compassionate Inquiry and emotional awareness
• The difference between self-care and self-love
• Simple practices for gratitude, self-acceptance, and inner peace
• How to navigate difficult moments with more compassion

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected from yourself, or simply craving more peace and alignment in your life, this conversation will remind you that healing begins within.

✨ Want to explore 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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Connect with Cristina:

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Connect with Veerle:

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You chose this life. You moved abroad. And yet sometimes you sit alone and feel completely lonely. You don't talk about it, because you don't want to sound ungrateful. Sound familiar?

In this episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee talks about one of the most common — and least spoken-about — experiences of living abroad: loneliness.

Not just the obvious kind, but also the subtle versions that can sneak up on you even when life looks great on the outside.

Having moved abroad five times herself, Vee shares her personal experiences with loneliness across different phases of life abroad. And as a life coach working with people navigating life transitions and identity shifts abroad, she sees this topic come up constantly. That's why she wanted to dedicate a full episode to it.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The 5 different types of loneliness people experience abroad
• The difference between being alone and feeling lonely
• 3 practical tools to shift loneliness and start building real connection

Whether you just moved abroad, have been living away from home for years, or are preparing to make the leap, this episode will help you better understand what you’re feeling and give you practical tools to move through it.

Because sometimes loneliness abroad isn’t just about missing people. Sometimes it’s connected to identity shifts, disconnection from yourself, or being in an in-between phase where the old version of you no longer fits.

If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone living abroad who may need to hear this reminder: you’re not the only one feeling this way.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Episode about the In-Between Phase: Listen here

Coaching with Veerle: Book a Clarity Call

✨ 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: https://www.unpackbyveer.com

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What if the life you’re living… looks perfect on paper, but feels completely wrong on the inside?

In this episode of Beyonder – The Podcast, your host Vee sits down with international brand photographer and strategist Jessy for an honest conversation about leaving corporate life, taking a leap into the unknown, and building a business while traveling the world.

Jessy shares how she went from a high-paying corporate job to quitting everything, traveling solo, and eventually building a thriving business from Bali. But this conversation goes deeper than just travel or entrepreneurship.

We talk about the reality behind the dream lifestyle: the sacrifices, the mindset challenges, the loneliness, and the emotional toll of constantly starting over.

From navigating fear and uncertainty to finding the right environment and community, this episode is a reminder that creating a life beyond borders is possible… but not without doing the inner work.

In this episode, we explore:

– Leaving corporate life to pursue entrepreneurship

– The truth behind building a business while traveling

– Why your environment and community matter more than you think

– The mindset challenges of solo travel and remote work

– Dealing with loneliness, goodbyes, and constant change

– Learning to trust your intuition and take aligned risks

Whether you’re dreaming of moving abroad, starting your own business, or simply questioning your current path and wondering what else is possible… this episode will give you a grounded perspective on what it really takes.

You don’t need to have it all figured out, but you do need to start with taking one small step - even if that steps feels very random.

✨ 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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Connect with Jessy:

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Connect with Veerle:

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Keywords: personal development, travel, entrepreneurship, Bali, digital nomad lifestyle, remote work, mindset, life transformation, building a business abroad, solo travel, international living, community, intuition

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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🔍 Keywords

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