Listen "Creating a Life Sabbatical with Elizabeth Cromwell"
Episode Synopsis
Elizabeth Cromwell chats about her adventurous sabbatical after moving from Maryland to San Francisco, sharing her journey through various life changes, including her professional path, divorce, and becoming an empty nester. Creating her own life sabbatical gave her the structure to travel across Italy, the US, and Martha's Vineyard, among other places, emphasizing the value of decompression, self-discovery, and living into new experiences. Elizabeth provides practical advice for women looking to undertake their own life sabbatical, underlining the importance of being intentional and seeking support from loved ones. Dig in to learn how to create your own daring and courageous life with the empty nest.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:15 Elizabeth's Journey to San Francisco03:02 Embracing Change and Challenges06:08 Planning a Sabbatical09:23 First Quarter in Italy14:54 Exploring Trusted House Sitters18:50 Martha's Vineyard and Autism Advocacy20:22 Self-Sustaining Farm Life21:05 Volunteering and Nonprofit Management22:21 Holiday Reunions and Travel Plans24:12 Advice for Women Embracing Change28:35 Embracing Age and Freedom29:51 Conclusion and Future PlansFind information about Trusted Housesitters.Learn more about Island Autism.Read Elizabeth's Travel Journal here! Follow Christine Van Bloem on Instagram @theemptynestkitchen and on Facebook @emptynestkitchen Learn more about Menopause Meal Plans Sign up for my FREE 10 Essential Tools for the Empty Nest Kitchen
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