Heart over Matter: From the American Dream to Heart's Desire ft. Vi Vi Thai | Unleash Thyself EP #24

How does one go from a biomedical & chemical engineer to living life on the road in a van - all by following her heart? Join us as Vi Vi Thai shares her inspiring journey to self-discovery, how she embraced the call of her heart and transformed her life, using the principles of alchemy to navigate her spiritual journey.If you're feeling trapped and unfulfilled, despite pursuing what society tells you is the path to success, then you are not alone! Many individuals find themselves stuck in unfulfilling careers or relationships because they are not following their true passions and listening to their hearts. Listen to this episode to learn about the alchemy of transformation.In this episode, you will be able to:- Learn how to follow your heart and break free from societal norms.- Gain insights into the emotional, mental, and spiritual transformation when embarking on an unconventional life path.- Discover the hidden bond between alchemy and self-improvement.- Understand the significance of awareness and why choosing love triumphs over fear.- Explore the concept of living a life of authenticity and how it leads to personal fulfillment.- Discover how to turn challenges into growth opportunities.- Learn about Vi Vi Thai's personal journey from a biomedical & chemical engineer to van lifer.- Reflect on your own life and consider whether you are truly following your heart and living a life aligned with your passions. If not, take the necessary steps to make a change and pursue a path that brings you joy and fulfillment.___________00:00 - Introductions02:33 - Journey to Freedom & Alchemy08:42 - Letting Go of the American Dream & Shaping Identity18:06 - Finding Purpose & Authentic Self21:34 - Self-Discovery, Growth & Challenges26:30 - Family Expectations & Identity35:07 - Unity, Discrimination & Travel44:43 - Fear, Inner Freedom & Positive Change52:55 - Forgiveness & Alchemical Journey01:01:09 - Passion & Overcoming Challenges01:11:43 - Gratitude & Closing Remarks___________Vi Vi ThaiIntroducing Vi Vi Thai, a truth seeker who strives to live her life on her own terms. Hailing from Vietnam, she pursued a rigorous education in chemical and biomedical engineering, only to find her calling elsewhere. Vi Vi boldly chose to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery. She embraced a nomadic lifestyle in Canada, discovering the joys and challenges of van life. Her exploration led to a profound awakening, culminating in her debut book Living Through Alchemy a Transformational Journey to Freedom. Through her experiences, Vi Vi encourages others to listen to their hearts and live life in alignment with their passions.Website: https://www.livingthroughalchemy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vi.vi.thai/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6_bnIuxOak50QN3QB_jUkg___________Unleash ThyselfWebsite: https://UnleashThyself.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unleashthyselftoday/Listen to all episodes on Audio:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7a4YLmJoGTuwH695uUGB4CApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/unleash-thyself/id1687232078Constantin Morun:https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantin-bo-morun/If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a comment. We appreciate your feedback and would love to hear your thoughts!If you found value in this episode share it with someone who needs this message. Thank you for tuning in to Unleash Thyself. Your journey to greatness continues in the next episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.