Do you ever find yourself overcome by stressors in your daily life? Today, I am joined by Integrative Health Coach, Wellness Consultant, and expat Kirsten Pontius to talk about how you can reduce stress and increase happiness in your life no matter where you are or what you're doing.If you've ever wondered how you can better manage and overcome difficulties at home and on the road, then you do not want to miss this episode. Kirsten shares simple ways to bring joy and balance to your life, find routine during travel, why embracing the unfamiliar is important, and so much more.What stress-reducing tool from today's episode do you want to apply to your life? I'd love to hear about it and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.*We're sharing previous episodes to highlight Mental Health Month! Zero To Travel episodes are timeless and provide valuable insight whenever you listen.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now!

Tune In To Learn:

What it's been like to live in Romania over the past 4 years

The unexpected gifts of giving birth in Thailand and Romania and how to raise a well-adjusted 3rd culture kid

Why a tough year of teaching in Japan set the course for her wellness coaching

How mindfulness can make struggle a catalyst for transformation

The foundational tools that will help you manage and overcome stress

Why it's important to create small rituals and set aside time to take a breath

How to find balance in your diet no matter where you are

What is the key to finding the motivation to exercise 

The importance of constant reflection to stay grounded

Where Kirsten is traveling next and what she misses most about the US

And so much more

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