Long Way Home

In this very first episode of Long Way Home, we chat with Courtney Adamo - author, creative businesswoman, Substacker and mother of five  -  to unpack her long way home.  From growing up on a tulip farm in north west America to where she lives now, in the Byron Bay hinterland of Australia, after a decade in London in between. 

In this conversation, we discuss it all - what home means, where she really thinks of as home, the complex notion of identity, and belonging, and how untethering yourself can sometimes lead to a life beyond your wildest dreams. What year she's most proud of and the advice she'd give her younger self. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:59 Introduction to Courtney’s Journey
01:19 New chapter
02:30 Roots in the Netherlands and Family Heritage
04:14 Early Adventures and Moving Abroad at 16
05:48 Meeting Michael and Moving to London
07:28 Life in London and Family Growth
10:30 First Visit to Australia and Impressions
11:59 Deciding to Move to Byron Bay
14:01 The 18-Month Family Travel Adventure
15:36 Settling in Byron Bay and Community Life
16:57 Family and Cultural Traditions
18:42 Children’s Education and Future Plans
20:11 Reflections on Identity and Belonging
21:44 Living with Intention and Family Rituals
23:15 The Power of Traditions and Creating Legacy
24:59 Travel Challenges and Maintaining Connections
26:36 The Byron Bay Community and Diversity
28:10 Unpacking Cultural Identity and Belonging
29:34 Advice for Big Life Decisions
31:14 Future Dreams and Next Chapters
32:47 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

LINKS & FOLLOWS FOR COURTNEY

Courtney and Michael's New Book: At Home In Every Season
Courtney on Instagram: @courtneyadamo
Courtney on Substack: @courtneyadamo

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A short introduction to Long Way Home and what listeners can expect