Traveling the world and working as a creative sounds like a dream come true for many. However, this only came to be after Annette went through a tough time where she struggled with depression and anxiety. After realizing that they needed to make a drastic change, Daniel & Annette decided to pay off all their debts and travel the world. In our conversation we discussed how they went on to tackle a $25K+ debt and start living their dreams. With all the good also comes bad and we discuss how to give struggle and hardship a place in your life. Another large part of this episode covers the strength and success in their relationship, the work it requires and the risks that you need to take to have a strong connection. You will find practical steps and advice on how to give purpose and direction to whatever it is you want to achieve in life. As always enjoy and let us know what you think of the episode!

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Traveling the world and working as a creative sounds like a dream come true for many. However, this only came to be after Annette went through a tough time where she struggled with depression and anxiety. After realizing that they needed to make a drastic change, Daniel & Annette decided to pay off all their debts and travel the world. In our conversation we discussed how they went on to tackle a $25K+ debt and start living their dreams. With all the good also comes bad and we discuss how to give struggle and hardship a place in your life. Another large part of this episode covers the strength and success in their relationship, the work it requires and the risks that you need to take to have a strong connection. You will find practical steps and advice on how to give purpose and direction to whatever it is you want to achieve in life. As always enjoy and let us know what you think of the episode!

0:30        Introduction

2:20        Conversation Start

2:51        Annette's Motivation Behind The Decision

8:07        The Time Frame to the Decision

10:00     Goal-Setting From A Home to A Backpack

18:19     Short Term & Long Term Balance

18:31     SMART, Process, Outcome & Performance Goals

19:27     The Importance of Why You Set A Goal

20:28     The Role of Positive Psychology

21:03     Quality of Life - Perspective from Lows to Highs

23:47     Power of Prioritization

24:41     Daniel's Shift in Quality of Life

25:53     Coping With Struggle - Spiritualizing Passion

27:22     Creativity & Purpose - Finding Out Who You Are

29:29     Why Changes Won't Really Change You - The Hedonic Treadmill 

30:17     How Daniel Got to His Self-Reflection

31:38     Asking Yourself Important Questions

34:08     Combining The Good & The Bad

35:57     Working As A Team - The Work of Teamwork

39:44     Commitments To Your Partner(s)

43:21     Foundations of Strong Relations

43:35     The Risk of Vulnerability

44:15     Examples of Risking to be Vulnerable

46:00     Annette's Experience of Sexual Abuse

48:32     Physical vs. Emotional Intimacy

49:28     Annette's Thoughts on Risk

50:25     Clichés = Truth

51:02     Daniel's Favorite Mental Practice - Exercise Routine

54:46     The Importance of Fun & Exercise

55:33     Annette's Mental Practices

57:00     Making Your Goals Physical

58:12     Final Messages From Daniel & Annette

58:40     Where to Connect With Chase For Adventure