Happy Well Life Founder, Heidi Hackler, shares the twists and turns that took her from Seattle to a sailboat home in Mexico. Her story weaves together adventure, health challenges, community, and the deeper clarity that shaped her work as a functional medicine coach.

Press play if you’re craving a life that feels more grounded and less rushed.
 

In this episode:

• Living aboard a 40-foot sailboat in Mexico
• Why the Sea of Cortez is a world-class place to explore
• Navigating community, culture, and change as a long-term expat
• What Mexican healthcare is really like for foreigners
• The surprising benefits of slowing down
• How nature helps reset the nervous system
• Daily health habits that make a real difference
• Simple breathwork for instant calm

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Episode Highlights:

00:54 Life Aboard a 40-Foot Sailboat in Mexico

03:40 A Medical Emergency, Silver Linings, and Staying in PV

07:20 How Locals Receive Newcomers  

12:35 Life in the Marinas: Authentic Mexico vs Gringo Hubs

15:57 Advice for Dreamers: Just Do It!

19:06 Nature’s Wisdom: Returning to the Outdoors for Better Health 

21:59 Daily Health Boost

26:08 Breathe, Connect, and Live Fully

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