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Prioritizing Self: Jen Rulon's Inspirational Story of Setting Boundaries

Season 1 · Episode 32 · December 20, 2023 · 47:59

Dai Manuel and Jen Rulon discuss her life changes, including a divorce and moving to Costa Rica, which required significant personal shifts. She describes how gratitude and setting boundaries helped her navigate these changes and now inform her coaching practice.

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Imagine leaving everything you know behind, moving to a different country, and embracing a life that is radically different.

Our guest, the unflappable Jen Rulon, did just that, and she's here to share her transformational journey.

As a retired Ironman triathlete and a thriving coach, Jen reveals how she found her path after a divorce, retiring from Ironman, and relocating to Costa Rica. If you've ever hummed along to Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now" or George Michael's "Freedom," you'll be inspired by how these tunes have become the anthems of her life revolution.

Boundaries, we've all struggled with them at one point or another, right? Reflecting on her past experiences as a people-pleaser, Jen discusses how she came to prioritize her own needs and truth, even when it meant setting challenging boundaries with family members. So, if you've ever wrestled with the notion of pleasing others versus living your truth, this episode will offer you a fresh perspective.

Finally, what if the lessons you need for your own journey lay in the pages of a book? For Jen and us, that book was 'The Alchemist' by Paulo Coelho. 

It sounds cliché, but the wisdom found in this little book has taught us to trust in the universe and inspired us to chase our dreams. We also pay homage to Jen's grandfather, whose influence continues to guide her through her life adventures. 

So get ready, as we explore these intriguing narratives, and more, in a conversation that promises to be as enriching as it is enlightening.


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