In this episode, Mariette Frey interviews Brittany Sandoval, a military spouse, about the challenges and experiences of moving frequently. They discuss the importance of building community and finding happiness in new locations, as well as the specific challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in certain areas. Brittany shares her strategies for finding and connecting with like-minded individuals, including using online platforms and exploring local activities. Overall, the conversation highlights the resilience and adaptability required when navigating military moves and emphasizes the importance of support and community during these transitions. In this conversation, Mariette Frey and Brittany Sandoval discuss the challenges of finding community in a new city and share strategies for overcoming safety concerns. They emphasize the importance of exploring interests and hobbies to connect with like-minded individuals. They also discuss the power of embracing a positive mindset and seeking out influencers and local experts for recommendations. Brittany shares insights from her upcoming speech on unlocking abundance through self-connection, highlighting the three parts of self-connection: self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-alignment. Connect with Brittany on Insta, The Odd Mom Pod website and listen to 'The Odd Mom Pod' podcast wherever you listen to podcasts here! Takeaways Military moves can be frequent and uncontrollable, requiring individuals and families to adapt and find happiness in new locations.Building a community is essential for finding support and fulfillment during military moves.Online platforms, such as Facebook groups and BumbleBFF, can be valuable resources for connecting with like-minded individuals in new areas.LGBTQ+ individuals may face additional challenges and discrimination in certain locations, but finding accepting communities is possible. Explore local events and meetups to find community in a new city.Prioritize safety and consider joining online communities or seeking recommendations before attending events alone.Engage in activities and hobbies that bring you joy to connect with like-minded individuals.Maintain a positive mindset and focus on the opportunities and experiences available in your new city.Seek out influencers and local experts for recommendations on the best places and activities to explore.Practice self-connection by cultivating self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-alignment.Balance multiple projects and responsibilities while prioritizing personal growth and self-care. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background01:09 Parenting and Moving as a Military Spouse06:23 Challenges of Military Moves09:41 Finding Happiness and Fulfillment in New Locations11:22 Discovering the Beauty of Oklahoma13:07 Navigating LGBTQ+ Community in Oklahoma14:36 Building Community and Overcoming Discrimination20:03 Strategies for Building Community in New Locations21:05 Finding Community in a New City22:29 Overcoming Challenges and Safety Concerns24:30 Exploring Interests and Hobbies26:01 Embracing a Positive Mindset27:17 Building Relationships through Events and Meetups28:13 Seeking Out Influencers and Local Experts29:47 The Importance of Self-Connection31:15 Unlocking Abundance through Self-Connection37:19 The Three Parts of Self-Connection42:06 Balancing Multiple Projects and Responsibilities43:02 Connect with Brittany Sandoval Want to support the show? Become a member! Click here for membership details. Check out my favorite things *which also support the show* Silk & Sonder planners, Jesse Carroll Voiceover Coaching (use code MOTM for 20% off!), Savvi clothing & lifestyle products, Monat skincare, makeup and haircare products, apply for The Free Website Guys help you with building a website, Riverside.fm and their amazing recording an

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