The Traveling Introvert

Maya Lombarts is a social introvert from Belgium. She's been living in a very extroverted culture in Cusco, Peru for seven years, where she's a professional singer, an operations manager, and a Functional Medicine Health Coach. Using her Belgian structured side and her Peruvian flexible side, she's a Left-Brained Sidekick for Creative Entrepreneurs as she helps them find structure in their business and balance in their life.

Social media links

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayalombarts/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@mayalombarts

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2zJUm9qs5FvVXEYye5t4it

Link to website

www.mayalombarts.com

Primary topic: Introduction and Definition of Introversion

- Definition of introversion as explained by Maya Lombarts

- Personal experiences of introversion and energy levels

- Comparison of introversion to extroversion

Primary topic: Maya Lombarts' Work

- Description of Maya's work as a virtual assistant and coach

- Focus on helping creative entrepreneurs and improving work-life balance

- Integration of management and coaching backgrounds

Primary topic: Combining Different Roles

- Misconceptions about Maya's work and finding a suitable label

- Transition from corporate life to starting her own business

- Combination of different skills and backgrounds

Primary topic: Setting Boundaries and Balancing Work

- Importance of setting boundaries in managing energy levels

- Use of specific communication channels and time blocks

- Working across different time zones and managing client expectations

Primary topic: Regular Practices for Business Improvement

- Staying curious and continuously learning new systems and tools

- Personalizing the approach to clients and avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach

- Balancing productivity with energy levels and using coaching skills

Primary topic: Importance of Recharging

- Favorite way of recharging: foot bath with Epsom salts and journaling

- Benefits of writing it all out as a form of processing emotions

- Early experiences with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue shaping the need for energy management

Primary topic: Working Hours and Routines

- Average daily work hours of 4-6 hours

- Flexibility in working hours and adapting to personal energy levels

- Transition from an earlier morning routine to a later start time

- Balancing introversion in an extroverted culture

She is the owner of Dirty Celebrity, a sustainable brand creates accessories from organic and deadstock materials.

As an introvert, standing outside at a booth was not for me and so I created a way to reach people without overwhelming myself. I turned to social media as a way to reach others locally.

Social media links

@Dirty_celebrity -on X, Instagram and Tik Tok

Link to website

https://www.shopdirtyceleb.com

Primary topic: Introversion and Career Conversations

- What does introversion mean?

- Need to recharge after social events

Primary topic: Yvette Estime's Career in Sustainable Fashion

- Yvette Estime's work as an accessory designer for Dirty Celebrity

- Use of vintage and deadstock materials in creating accessories

- Misconceptions about sustainability in the fashion industry

- Definition and explanation of deadstock

Primary topic: Yvette Estime's Career Journey

- Transition from data allocation job to fashion industry

- Use of data analysis and trends in her business

- Fast fashion industry's reliance on trends and production

- Importance of avoiding waste and inventory

Primary topic: Setting Boundaries and Finding Alternative Opportunities

- Importance of setting boundaries as an introvert

- Inability to participate in certain events due to introversion

- Organizing and hosting micro events to connect with interested customers

Primary topic: Recharging and Gaining Energy

- Making more products as a way to recharge and gain energy

- The cycle of creativity and recharging

I. Introduction

- Importance of thriving through life's transitions

II. Understanding the value of now

- Being mindful and present

- Focusing on the present moment

- Letting go of multitasking

- Finding humor in life's challenges

III. Embracing change and transitions

- Accepting change as a normal part of life

- Adapting and shifting gears quickly

- Making and maintaining self-care routines

IV. Building a supportive social community

- Recognizing the need for both alone time and social connections

- Building relationships with like-minded individuals

- Trusting and relying on supportive people

- Asking for help when needed

V. Thriving through difficult transitions

- Preparing for inevitable changes

- Taking the good with the bad

- Setting an example for others to thrive

Conclusion and closing remarks by Janice

Primary topic: Introduction to human nature

- Importance of understanding human nature for a happier and less stressful life

- Humans as social beings and the need to interact with others

Primary topic: Memory and perception

- Memories can be subjective and reconstructed based on perceptions

- Memories can be altered by tone or the addition of words

- Different words can lead to different memory recall

Primary topic: Unconscious decision-making

- Most decisions are made unconsciously by the brain

- Unconscious mental processing plays a role in decision-making

- Study shows that unconscious decisions are made about 7 seconds before conscious awareness

Primary topic: Multitasking

- Multitasking is not effective

- Humans can only think about one thing at a time

- Multitasking is actually switching back and forth between tasks quickly

- Multitasking hinders productivity and communication skills

- AI can be useful for taking notes in situations where multitasking is difficult

Primary topic: Benefits of understanding human nature

- Changing perspectives through understanding human nature

- Development of better communication skills

- Thriving in personal and professional systems

Closing remarks and podcast outro.

Primary Topic: The Power of Root Causes

- Introduction to the concept of root causes and their connection to personal growth and success

Sub-topics:

- Explanation of how behaviors and actions are influenced by underlying factors

- Importance of self-reflection and increased awareness in uncovering root causes

- Identifying recurring patterns of behavior and moments of self-doubt

- Examining reasons for procrastination and lack of motivation

- Tracing back root causes to childhood experiences and fears of failure

- Delving deeper into personal history and exploring past experiences and relationships

- Emphasizing the need for an open and nonjudgmental attitude during this process

Primary Topic: Challenging and Reframing Beliefs

- Recognizing the need to challenge and reframe beliefs that hold you back

Sub-topics:

- Questioning the validity of current beliefs and considering healthier alternatives

- Difficulty in changing deeply ingrained beliefs

- Viewing past failures as learning opportunities instead of judgments on self-worth

- Replacing the belief that failure defines you with the understanding of growth

- Using setbacks as a part of the process and practicing self-compassion

Primary Topic: Seeking Support and Practicing Self-Compassion

- The importance of seeking support and practicing self-compassion during the journey

Sub-topics:

- Seeking support from friends, family, mentors, or coaches

- Sharing insights and progress with someone else for fresh perspectives and encouragement

- Recognizing that change takes time and setbacks are normal

- Treating oneself with kindness and understanding, similar to a good friend

- Emphasizing the role of self-discovery and growth in evolving into the best version of oneself

When his last son left home, Scott could finally decide what he wanted to do now that he had no responsibilities. He flew to Morocco. The next two years he went from Norway to Ukraine, from Ireland to Jordan and many places in-between.

The U2 song: "Still haven't Found What I'm Looking for" comes to mind. After 7 years visiting SE Asia, Mexico, Central and northern South America, Europe and Northern Africa, is he still traveling because he hasn't found what he's looking for or because he has?

Social media links

https://www.youtube.com/@bookscafe-freeebooksdotnet8010/

https://www.facebook.com/freeebooksdotnet

Link to website

www.Free-ebooks.com

Primary Topic: Introduction and Personal Background

- Introduction to the podcast and guests

- Scott Paton's definition of introversion

- Scott Paton's current location and travel experience

- Scott Paton's hobbies and interests during his travels

- Scott Paton's experience with house sitting and its benefits

Primary Topic: Misconceptions About House Sitting

- Scott Paton's experience with people's reactions to house sitting

- The responsibility and importance of caring for pets while house sitting

- Scott Paton's positive experiences with house sitting

Primary Topic: Scott Paton's Business and Work Experience

- Scott Paton's business divisions and roles

- The importance of respect and mutual values in business partnerships

- The role of competency in building a reputation and securing client recommendations

- Scott Paton's approach to taking on new projects and saying yes to opportunities

- The impact of focusing on the right tasks and delegating responsibilities

Primary Topic: Recharging and Self-Care

- Scott Paton's love for hammocks and recharging in nature

- The benefits of alone time and quietness for introverts

- Scott Paton's contrast with his extroverted mother's need for social interaction

- The presence of hammocks in Scott Paton's travel experiences

Primary Topic: Crafting a Career Based on Energy and Preferences

- Scott Paton's unintentional alignment of his career with his energy levels

- The importance of prioritizing time and energy as an entrepreneur

- Different ways people have crafted their careers to match their needs

- The intersection of art, science, and business in Scott Paton's work

Bonus Topic: Hotdogs as Sandwiches

- Scott Paton's opinion on whether hotdogs are considered sandwiches

Primary Topic: Finding Scott Paton Online

- Information about Scott Paton's website, FreeEbooks.net

- Scott Paton's role as president of FreeEbooks.net and their mission

- Contacting Scott Paton through LinkedIn for further discussions on travel, house sitting, and being an author

Closing Remarks and Podcast Outro

I have created The World Introvert Day Career Conversations Series. It is a collection of 12 podcast episodes, that explores the career paths of introverts, providing valuable insights and strategies for navigating different industries while managing energy effectively. This series will be released on Jan 1, 2 and 3.

Primary Topic: Dealing with a month where nothing is going right

- Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted

- Difficulty finding inspiration

Primary Topic: Finding inspiration when things are not going right

- Focus on gratitude

- Difficulty in finding things to be grateful for

- Recognizing that it's not a competition

- Allowing yourself to feel emotions

- Validating negative emotions

- Managing negative emotions

- Practicing deep breathing

- Noticing the tendency to hold breath during stressful times

- Benefits of taking time to breathe

- Asking "what" instead of "why"

- Accepting that there may not be a good answer to why things happen

- Focusing on actions to create change

- Understanding that everything is temporary

- Accepting the impermanence of situations

- Finding hope in knowing that things will eventually end

- Using neutral language

- Practicing neutral thoughts and words

- Shifting focus away from the negative

- Disconnecting from social media and the outside world

- Taking a break from social media

- Avoiding isolation and maintaining connections with supportive people

- Engaging in mindfulness and activities you love

- Prioritizing self-care and relaxation

- Finding joy and inspiration in small things

- Embracing the belief that this too shall pass

- Maintaining hope in challenging times

- Keeping an optimistic perspective

Note: Each sub-topic can potentially be expanded or discussed further in the podcast episode.

Primary Topic: Thinking Like a Leader

- Importance of training and experience to become a great leader

- Understanding common qualities and behaviors of leaders

- Effectively sharing your vision

- Developing effective communication skills

- Learning about human nature and how people communicate

- Showing empathy for others

- Listening more than you talk

- Being present and actively listening

- Putting the mission first

- Focusing on the mission and sharing it with others

- Avoiding distractions and staying focused on the mission

- Setting action-focused goals

- Learning how to set goals and turn them into daily actions for progress

- Being an example

- Practicing what you preach

- Leading by example

- Engaging and connecting with others

- Taking time to listen and communicate with people

- Rolling up your sleeves and doing the work

- Being willing to do any job you ask others to do

- Maintaining values as a leader

- Being a leader that people look up to and want to follow and emulate

Topic: Ways to top up your battery during the holiday season

- Introduction to the holiday season and its impact on recharge levels

- Changes in weather and their effects

- Increased social activities and events

- Importance of maintaining daily routines

- Avoid unnecessary changes to routines

- Incorporate important self-care activities like meditation and exercise

- Maximizing exposure to sunlight

- Spending time outdoors

- Using light therapy devices in the absence of sunlight (happy lights)

- Practicing generosity towards oneself

- Avoiding burnout by treating oneself

- Balancing giving to others with self-care

- Managing expectations

- Adjusting perspectives and avoiding disappointments

- Communicating expectations with loved ones and colleagues

- Being honest about feeling overwhelmed

- Taking responsibility for communicating needs

- Discovering and addressing unrecognized expectations

- Letting go of perfectionism

- Accepting that things may not go as planned

- Reducing self-imposed stress by embracing imperfections

- Scheduling downtime for recharging

- Setting aside specific times for rest and self-care

- Preparing in advance to ensure uninterrupted recharging

- Conclusion and final thoughts on taking care of oneself during the holiday season