Van Life and Living Free of Expectations With Courtnie Hamel

Two people and one dog living in a van; now that’s inspiring! Today’s guest, Courtnie Hamel of @wellnesswithcourtnie, gives a behind the scenes glance at what van life is like. She shares how everything came together to form a reality from a daydream. In this she breaks down what it took to find the van, build it, and embrace minimalism as they transitioned into it. Courtnie also dives into her start with health through yoga teacher training and how this journey began her instagram. We both discuss what it’s like to face societal pressure and pave our own path by foregoing college and a traditional career. Courtnie has learned to live free of expectations and truly embrace the spontaneity of life. 

In this episode we discuss:

• Courtnie’s life before Instagram + meeting Nate
• Yoga Teacher Training and what it taught her
• Van life and getting started
• Embracing minimalism to live in a van
• Facing expectations for lifestyle and career
• Taking an unconventional route with education and work
• The highs and lows of van life

Connect with Courtnie @wellnesswithcourtnie and I’m @emilyfeikls or @letsthrivepodcast

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