Today I am in a studio in Bali, Indonesia, recording this episode with my dear friend Gabrielle Martorana, who I've known for many years and since I know her her life has changed so much.

Gabrielle is a new mom with her first child who is living abroad in a Southeast Asian country. She didn't start there though, she used to work in corporate in a big fancy job in San Fransisco till she realized there was another way..

From pitching her employer to become her first freelance client to creating a life that puts family, freedom, and intention first, Gabrielle broke out of the matrix.

We also dive into what it's actually like to have a baby abroad, why Bali became home for their family, and how they're raising their daughter while living as expats.

If you've ever wondered whether digital nomad families are realistic or if you have to choose between adventure and motherhood, this episode is for you.

So today I'm really excited to have her talk about her slightly unconventional yet traditional lifestyle and how she got to where she is now.

In this episode, we talk about:

Why Gabrielle left corporate life to become a digital nomad
The mindset shift that made moving abroad feel possible
How she turned her employer into her very first freelance client
Building a business while traveling the world
What it's really like living as expats in Bali
Navigating relationships while traveling full-time
Deciding where to raise a family abroad
Why she chose to have a baby abroad instead of returning to the U.S.
Creating a birth experience aligned with her values
Why digital nomad families are more possible than people think
Designing a life around freedom instead of following the traditional timeline

Whether you're dreaming about moving abroad, wondering how to become a digital nomad, or simply looking for permission to create life on your own terms, I hope this conversation reminds you that there isn't just one way to build a beautiful life.

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