We all want to make a difference—whether in our own lives or in the world around us. But with the demands of daily life, making meaningful change can feel overwhelming—maybe even impossible. Here’s the surprising truth: you don’t need hours, huge resources, or drastic measures. All it takes is 35 minutes a day.

By dedicating just 35 minutes each day, I’ve been able to consistently work on Inner Path Seekers and The Heart Warrior Project, conduct impactful interviews with experts, host support meetups, and organize events that have reached and inspired countless people. And the best part? You can do it too, without making drastic sacrifices. From the comfort of your own space, you can take small steps toward creating the change you want to see in yourself and the world.

And so, I turned 30 years old in 2023! Five years ago, I decided to make time every five years to reflect in-depth about all that has happened in my life and everything that I have learned over those past five years. Therefore, I am releasing a new edition in the archive. Hopefully, by sharing my lessons and insights, you can find some truths of your own that can help you in your own life. Note: Everything I share in this video are insights and lessons I learned in life. These are not meant as absolute truths. A realization I had in my life might not hold true for you or align with the beliefs you have in your life. Timestamps Beginning 00:00 - 02:02 1. The One Certainty in Life Is That Life Is Uncertain 02:02 - 05:10 2. Meaning, Community, and Love Can Drive You Through Any Darkness 05:10 - 08:28 3. This too Shall Pass 08:28 - 09:56 4. Learn How to Die 09:56 - 14:05 5. If You Don’t Invest in Your Wellness, You Will Invest in Your Illness 14:05 - 18:48 6. Every Step Counts 18:48 - 22:18 7. Life Is About Letting Go 22:18 - 23:50 8. Build and Maintain Relationships: They Are Super Important 23:50 - 27:33 9. Passion and Meaning Over Money 27:33 - 29:07 10. It’s All Just a Story 29:07 - 32:14 11. Don’t Put All Your Eggs in One Basket 32:14 - 34:56 12. Someone's Dream Life Is Someone Else’s Nightmare 34:56 - 38:00 End 38:00 - 38:39 ________________________ 📚Resources Mentioned📚 Videos: - What to Do If You Feel Suicidal: Advice from Someone Who Attempted Suicide https://youtu.be/HQw-k1Gf-t8?si=bMBxrRyMokOIdHbl - Living with an ICD: Surviving a Cardiac Arrest, Recovery, How It Feels, Most Often Asked Questions https://youtu.be/QtEqlWUvhB8?si=LVgn6kOZs7zhwKqT - The SMART Way to Get in Shape https://youtu.be/5aL2Suh2JH8?si=YOMT0P4pS4uHh1La - Year Review: 10 Crucial Questions to Ask Yourself Every Year https://youtu.be/HzyqzgDZB8o?si=RPYDQrdTOvNHd39m Interviews: - Lessons about Life and Death from a Cancer and a Cardiac Arrest Survivor | Dr. Martin Inderbitzin and Jellis Vaes https://theipsproject.com/2023/04/lessons-about-life-and-death/ Websites: - The IPS Project https://theipsproject.com/ - The Heart Warrior Project https://heartwarriorproject.com/ ________________________ 🎉CONNECT WITH ME😀 WEBSITE: https://linktr.ee/jellisvaes FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Jellis.Vaes INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/JellisVaes

This podcast episode is meant to share advice and words of caution to show the full picture and not just fragments, like so many other videos, of what it’s like to be a digital nomad. Hopefully what I share can help you prepare for this lifestyle even more, so you won’t be caught off guard when confronted with all the aspects of life as a digital nomad, and to enjoy it more fully. Intro 00:00 - 01:52 Frequently Asked Questions How Do You Become a Digital Nomad? What is a Digital Nomad? 01:52 - 02:29 What Do You Do? 02:29 - 04:45 The IPS Project: I founded an educational platform on life, called The IPS Project where we provide education on life topics. https://theipsproject.com/ The Heart Warrior Project: I am also the founder of The Heart Warrior Project, a project that provides support to fellow cardiac arrest survivors. https://heartwarriorproject.com/ Advice for Aspiring Digital Nomads 04:45 - 05:00 1. You Don’t Have to Start Your Own Business 05:00 - 05:40 Freelance platforms like Upwork or Fiver can be very interesting to check out. - https://www.upwork.com/ - https://www.fiverr.com/ 2. Do it Because You Want to Do it, Not Because it is Trendy 05:40 - 08:21 3. You’ll Still Have to Work 08:21 - 09:19 4. It’s Really Cool, But You May Experience Social Burnout and Loneliness 09:19 - 11:53 5. How Do You Meet Other Digital Nomads? 11:53 - 15:43https://nomadlist.com/ - Coworking places - Meetup https://www.meetup.com/ - Coliving https://colivingcompass.com/ - Find a tribe like Wifi Tribe https://wifitribe.co/ - Facebook groups in the specific country. 6. Be Careful with Buying Courses on Being a Digital Nomad or Hiring a Digital Nomad Coach 15:43 - 17:20 End 17:20 - 18:08 ________________________ 🎉CONNECT WITH ME😀 WEBSITE: http://Jellisvaes.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Jellis.Vaes INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/JellisVaes ________________________ #digitalnomad #nomad #lifestyle