Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode of "Act Three," host Cara Gray sits down with Natalie Wester, an early retiree, radical reinventor, and champion of authentic living. Natalie shares her remarkable journey from a successful career in public relations to becoming a National State Teacher of the Year, an international solo traveler, and a whiskey distillery bourbon maker. Now living her dream life in Portugal, Natalie discusses the power of permission, the importance of embracing change, and how midlife women can reimagine their futures.
Key Points Discussed:
Natalie's Diverse Career Path: From the first Black officer VP at a prestigious PR firm to an award-winning teacher, and beyond.
Journey to Early Retirement: How personal loss and a desire for happiness led Natalie to retire early and explore the world.
Life in Portugal: Natalie shares why she chose Portugal as her new home and the joys of living on the ocean without the fear of hurricanes.
The Hot Goddess Blog: Natalie's venture into blogging to share unapologetically authentic stories and insights for midlife women.
Dating Abroad: Insights into the international dating scene and Natalie's personal experiences as a single, retired expat.
Advice for Nearing Retirement: Natalie emphasizes the importance of taking one step at a time and not being overwhelmed by the big picture.
Featured Guest: Natalie Wester, early retiree, storyteller, and blogger at the Hot Goddess.
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Connect with Cara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caraliveslife/ or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caraliveslife/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cara.a.gray/
The Hot Goddess: Follow Natalie's blog for more stories and insights on living a fulfilling life in retirement at thehotgoddess.com.
Instagram: Connect with Natalie on Instagram @retired_rewired_inspired.
Closing Thoughts: Natalie's story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to pursue a life you love. Whether through career changes, international adventures, or personal reinventions, embracing the possibilities of Act Three can lead to profound happiness and fulfillment.
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