Awakened Life Podcast - Interview with Vanessa Donaldson "Personal Growth and Freedom: Military Life to Van Life” Awakened Life Podcast Season 4 Ep. 20 --- Vanessa Donaldson is the Founder of "Reset with Vanessa". As a military spouse of 26+ years, mother of 2, and 10 military moves, she’s an expert in her field as a Full Life Cycle Military Spouse Transitional Coach. She interviews the military community around topics of Life Beyond the Military. She has a passion for helping military spouses and female military veterans with Exit Strategy Plans using mindfulness and nature so their families can thrive on the civilian side after retirement. When not helping grow her business, or while she’s running her business from the road out of a 24ft sprinter van, she works remotely as a Digital Nomad while exploring America & beyond with her retired Marine Corps husband and their 2 old pups. After retirement, the 2 used to run a boating ministry called Seaworthy Outreach taking out injured veterans and their families for Ocean Therapy in Southern CA near Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base until the pandemic shut them down overnight. Fun facts - Vanessa speaks French & German and was runner-up for Miss Teen Washington, DC in her youth. In this episode, Vanessa opens up about her background as a military spouse and her expertise as a transitional coach for military spouses and female veterans. Her passion for guiding military spouses through challenges and helping them thrive in civilian life after retirement shines through. Their van life adventure is a captivating tale, sparked by the pandemic. After considering it for a year, they decided to take the plunge, purchasing a van and setting off on a journey that eventually led them to Montana. Throughout their van life journey, they experienced personal growth and discovered a sense of community within the van life community. Vanessa found her calling as a coach during this time, empowering others to find purpose and joy in unconventional ways. Embracing a nomadic lifestyle, working remotely, and connecting with nature brought fulfillment and freedom to Vanessa's life. Despite initial doubts and different needs, her journey inspired her to help others find fulfillment and purpose. topics: Transitioning from a military lifestyle to entrepreneurship navigating identity setting boundaries balancing personal and professional pursuits. Balancing autonomy and interdependence. The value of alone time and its positive impact on their marriage is a significant aspect they highlight. Vanessa's passion for coaching and personal growth shines through as she shares her experiences of helping others evolve and find joy in their lives. She also touches on the importance of slowing down, unplugging, and connecting with nature for self-care and well-being. Finding inner peace amidst the distractions of modern life and recharging one's soul is another crucial aspect discussed. Get a transitional Audit from Vanessa:  https://calendly.com/resetwithvanessa/virtual-coffee-chat    Work Mobile:  +1-949-776-8731   Website: http://www.resetwithvanessa.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/resetwithvanessa Book a Call: