Saved by The Digital Nomad Community with Nienke Nina

“My heart was broken but filled with love at the same time because of my digital nomad community.”

Going through a digital nomad breakup

Traveling the world and working from anywhere sounds like a dream come true right? It is but it’s not always that easy and expect to get slapped in the face by challenges. Nienke Nina is has been a digital nomad for almost 5 years and knows by heart the ups and downs this lifestyle has. You can feel lonely or feel shitty at work. Sometimes these challenges are very little and easy to navigate but recently Nienke Nina experienced something bigger – a breakup.

Heartbreaks are tough and digital nomads experience them too. We talked with digital nomad Daisy about this on the podcast a few months after her breakup. We love how honest our digital nomad guests are because when those moments happen, you need to know that you are not alone.

Why digital nomads should always prioritize community

Even though breakups are hard and can take months before you sort of feel yourself again, there are a few challenges digital nomad Nienke Nina had. She shared some tips on how she is dealing with her breakup and the power word is ‘’community’’.

She shares that the digital nomad lifestyle in general, with or without breakup, isn’t as fruitful if it wasn’t for the community. She learned that it was extremely important to be surrounded by people with similar mindsets, and goals and most importantly; understand her without explaining herself.

Tips on how digital nomads can go through a breakup

We highly recommend listening to this episode to get the full story. It’s not a said episode at all but Nienke Nina speaks her truth. Here are a few tips from her:

Create your healing environment

Not every space is good to heal from a breakup. Ask yourself where you want to go through this experience and what your mind, body, heart and soul need. That might be a busy digital nomad hub, somewhere near the ocean or in your home country.

Reach out to your online community

In-person hugs are the best but as digital nomads, you don’t always have your people around you. So make sure you also have a strong online community and when you feel sad or unsure about something reach out to them too.

Talk about your thoughts and feelings

Talking about your feelings is human and when you do this with the right people it will be very nurturing for your healing process. Be mindful and intentional with whom you ask for advice or feedback.

Focus on positive things you have in control

The worst part of breakups is too loose control of everything and the feeling that everything is falling apart. Take a look into your life and focus on a few things that are going where and create more of that. Perhaps you are killing it at work or you feel good about your daily routine.

Be kind and invest in yourself

This could actually be an ongoing thing but especially when your heart is broken be extra kind to yourself. Whatever the reason for this separation – you got yourself only when you show kindness and love to yourself. So invest in something that is a daily reminder of the beautiful person you are.

Extra tip: Nienke Nina loves perfume but her ex-boyfriend was allergic so she didn’t wear it for 3 years. After the breakup, she bought a new perfume that she wears every day to remind herself of the strong and beautiful human she is. It might sound like BS but it works!

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

How Dance Can Improve Your Daily Self-Confidence with My

“Dance makes us present and that is the state of mind we need to enjoy a place.”

Meet digital nomad and founder of Confidance My

In this fun podcast episode, we are joined by a multi-talented guest, My (pronounced “me” in Vietnamese). My has been a passionate dancer and entrepreneur for over three years and she brings a wealth of experience to the conversation. My runs her own company that offers a range of services, including dance retreats, classes, and workshops for companies.

Additionally, she leverages her expertise in digital marketing as a freelancer. Through her unique blend of skills and pursuits, My shares valuable insights into the world of dance and entrepreneurship, offering listeners a glimpse into her digital nomad journey.

How digital nomad My started her dancing life?

As a child, My couldn’t stop dancing. Like many of her friends, she was enrolled in a dance school to explore the world of traditional Vietnamese dance. Her love for dancing only grew stronger, becoming a constant source of joy and a remedy for both good and bad days. Despite initially pursuing a different path in economic school, My never stopped attending dance classes. It was five years ago that she had an epiphany, realizing how dance could help not only herself but also others overcome life’s challenges. From that moment on, she embraced the transformative power of dance, inspiring others to find solace and triumph through movement.

My’s unwavering passion for dance ignited during her childhood and led her to a dance school where traditional Vietnamese dance took hold of her heart. Dancing became a perpetual source of happiness, providing respite during both difficult and celebratory moments. Despite choosing a different academic path, dance remained an essential part of My’s life. It was a life-altering realization five years ago that unveiled the true power of dance, empowering her to overcome obstacles and inspire others to do the same. Through movement, My discovered the strength to conquer challenges and spread the magic of dance to those in need.

Top Tips for Incorporating Dance into the Daily Life of Digital Nomads

Start the day with a dance

Begin your mornings with a few minutes of dancing to a song that makes you happy or brings a sense of calm. It helps activate your muscles, body, and brain, setting a positive tone for the day.

Take quick dance breaks

Incorporate short dance breaks throughout the day, such as before or after lunch, to boost energy levels and keep yourself motivated. Play energetic music and dance along to re-energize and refocus.

Join dance classes or workshops

Seek out social dance classes or workshops to connect with people and have fun, providing a break from work-related activities. Engaging in dance with others can help you unwind and shift your focus away from work.

Use dance as a transition

Use dance as a transition between work and personal life. When you find it challenging to disconnect from work, dance can help you relax, release stress, and shift your mindset away from business-related thoughts.

Embrace imperfection and build confidence

Dancing teaches acceptance of oneself and the imperfections of our bodies. Through consistent practice and attending dance classes, you can witness personal growth and increased confidence in your dancing abilities. Change the way you speak to yourself and focus on the joy of dancing rather than comparing yourself to professional dancers.

Dance to be present

Dancing requires being present in the moment, allowing you to shift your attention away from work and distractions. It helps cultivate mindfulness and trains your mind to focus on the present, promoting mental well-being.

Activate your inner dancer

Believe that everyone has an inner dancer within them, waiting to be activated. Embrace your body and let go of self-judgment, allowing yourself to enjoy the freedom and expression that dance brings.

Remember, dance can be incorporated into daily life in various ways, and its benefits extend beyond physical movement. It can boost confidence, promote mindfulness, and provide a joyful outlet for self-expression, enhancing the overall well-being of digital nomads.

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomad My

Check out her website: www.dancewithmy.com

Find her on LinkedIn @mynguyen-confidance

Find her on Instagram @the_confidance

Other episodes you might like:

🎧  Episode #01: How to Thrive in your Digital Nomad Relationship with Anat & Orr

🎧  Episode #05: Dealing with High Anxiety While Building a Successful Online Business with The Remote Yogi

🎧  Episode #07: Overcoming Fears and Building Community with Digital Nomad Magali

🎧 Episode #21: 10 Years Of Traveling The World With Daisy

From Office Job To Full-Time Travel Content Creator With Monika

‘‘There is no barrier to what I can and cannot do.’’

From investment banking to full-time digital nomad content creator

How she left her save office job and started her travel lifestyle

How digital nomad Monika makes as a travel content creator

Monika describes herself as an adventure travel content creator and recently talks more about the digital nomad lifestyle to inspire others. We asked her how she makes money online and here is a quick overview of her online income streams:

Content creation for her personal brand: blog, Instagram and YouTube
Content creation for clients: consulting or freelance project work

One of the most exciting things about this lifestyle for Monika is that she discovered how to keep adding opportunities to build out her revenue streams. Since she loved creating all kinds of digital content she realized:

‘‘There is no barrier to what I can and cannot do.’’

Tips on how to start living your dream life

Starting a side hustle or new lifestyle isn’t an overnight task and that is what we not only hear from digital nomad Monika but all our other guests have shared. It takes time, willingness, discipline and a growth mindset to make it work. Monika shared the key steps for her life:

👉 Step 1: Figure out what else you want to do by using self-reflection exercises
👉 Step 2: Experiment and start a side hustle so you make money with something you love along your job
👉 Step 3: Once you found something that seems to work focus on growing it so you can enter the phase where you can quit one (your main) job
👉 Step 4: Accept that this takes time and keep track of your feelings, thoughts and learnings during your projects.
👉 Step 5: Have fun! There is no better way to make money than something you really like doing!

What are the key steps in starting a side hustle and making it into a consistent income?

In the beginning, Monika was very confused because she had never done it before. So her way to go about it was first just to go for it and secondly focus on learning all the skills along the way, including how to sell her services and find clients and projects. Monika shares a few tips for other aspiring freedom seekers:

💙 Start off in a fun way and focus on the things you love doing
💙 Start small and keep an open mind focused on learning new skills
💙 Find a mentor or expert that can guide you and connect with like-minded people
💙 Don’t worry about not knowing everything yet because you will figure it out
💙 Provide good quality service so your clients keep coming back and resign the contract
💙 Make smarter mistakes by not repeating your past mistakes

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomad Monika

Find her on Instagram @bootsofahitchhiker

Other episodes you might like:

🎧  Episode #01: How to Thrive in your Digital Nomad Relationship with Anat & Orr

🎧  Episode #05: Dealing with High Anxiety While Building a Successful Online Business with The Remote Yogi

🎧  Episode #07: Overcoming Fears and Building Community with Digital Nomad Magali

🎧 Episode #21: 10 Years Of Traveling The World With Daisy

97: How To Land a Remote Job Much Faster and Easier With Michelle from Remote Rebellion

“It’s those remote job seekers who really commit to it that will land their remote dream job much faster.”

How remote job seekers can land a fully remote job much faster and easier

We brought back digital nomad and remote job expert Michelle Coulson. She is the founder of Remote Rebellion and helps remote job seekers land a remote job. In a past life, Michelle worked as a recruiter for over 9 years and when her company called her back into the office – she quit!

Michelle didn’t give up and decided to share her skills and experiences as a recruiter to help remote job seekers find a fully remote job so they can live their dream lifestyle. She shared in episode 53 how remote job seekers can create a winning CV resume and in this episode she is sharing more tips on where to find remote jobs, tips to apply and really stand out from other remote job seekers.

Where to find fully remote jobs for digital nomads

With so many fake remote jobs out there it’s really time-consuming and frustrating to know what jobs are actually fully remote and which you should apply for. Even more annoying, companies tend to attract talent by saying it’s fully remote but often you are still required to go into the office so we asked Michelle what the different types of remote jobs are.

Hybrid remote

This means being forced to go into an office a week once a month. These jobs aren’t suitable for traveling digital nomads but are often posted as remote jobs.

Fully remote / work from home

You might think that this is the right job but when you read fully remote jobs you might not have to go back to the office but often companies specify the location. While this is remote work, this isn’t the right fit for digital nomads because you are not allowed to work outside the required location. This could be a city, state, country or continent.

100% Work From Anywhere (WFA)

These are the golden nuggets for digital nomads because work from anywhere doesn’t specify where you need to conduct your work – and anywhere means ANYWHERE! So when you are a digital nomad remote job seeker this is the type of job you want to focus on.

Tips to find Work From Anywhere jobs for digital nomads

Now that you know which jobs you can focus on the next step is to actually find those jobs. When you follow Michelle on LinkedIn, you will see that she occasionally calls companies out if they posted ‘’fake’’ remote job posts. So instead of scrolling through LinkedIn and constantly getting disappointed Michelle has a view of top tips to find work from anywhere remote jobs

😎 List down companies that work from anywhere and that you are interested in joining. If they don’t have any job openings you can send out an open application that you are interested in the company and would love to know when something opens up

😎 Immerse yourself in the remote world. The LinkedIn algorithm is clever and you need to make that algorithm in your favor. You also want to do this because by surrounding yourself with the right people who have similar beliefs, values and interests it’s more likely that you find the job and have more fun in the process.

You’re better off putting your energy and efforts into companies who get it already so you don’t have to convince them.

😎 Set up job alerts on job boards that offer work from anywhere job opportunities or in your industry that have a filter for remote. Rather than look at the traditional job boards.

😎 Find the people who are interviewing you and find some common ground. This could be as little as you both have cats or grew up in the same location. Be discrete though because you want this person to think you stalked them but it could bring the difference between you are someone going to the next interview round.

How long does it take to find a remote job

Michelle shares that this very much depends on the journey of each individual. She helps people find jobs faster and eases up the process but she simply cannot promise a specific time. Some of her students found a job within 2-3 weeks and others took 6 months because they for example applied for fewer jobs or the market was slow.

If you want to get more actionable tips on how to find a remote job much easier and faster, make sure to join her LIVE masterclass on March 11th at 12 CET. It’s FREE and she will show you the 6 key steps to find a fully remote job with less frustration and better results. Oh and if you can’t make it on March 11th, don’t worry!! Make sure to get your name on the list to receive the replay AND free bonuses!

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomad enter first name

Find her on LinkedIn @Michelle Coulson

Click here to join the LIVE masterclass on March 11th

Other episodes you might like:

🎧  Episode #01: How to Thrive in your Digital Nomad Relationship with Anat & Orr

🎧  Episode #05: Dealing with High Anxiety While Building a Successful Online Business with The Remote Yogi

🎧  Episode #07: Overcoming Fears and Building Community with Digital Nomad Magali

🎧 Episode #21: 10 Years Of Traveling The World With Daisy

The Digital Nomad Freedom Booster LIVE Q&A With Kirstin Vierra

“You got to be flexible when you live the digital nomad lifestyle.”

The Digital Nomad Freedom Booster Live Q&A with Kristin Vierra

The digital nomad lifestyle looks sexy on Instagram, but we all know that the reality is slightly different. On the podcast, we cover the daily challenges digital nomads face and ask experienced digital nomads and remote workers HOW they do it! 

We love this and recently added a new format to the podcast where Nienke Nina shares her personal digital nomad stories and tips. Since getting so many questions on Instagram and want to make sure we answer all your burning digital nomad questions, we decided to add a NEW format to the podcast.

Every month, Nienke Nina will be LIVE with a digital nomad so you can ask your questions in the chat. It’s called The Digital Nomad Freedom Booster LIVE Q&A this episode is the recap from our first LIVE digital nomad Kristin Vierra!

About Kristin Vierra

Kristin Vierra is a Career and Lifestyle Coach focused on helping others to build a fulfilling remote career + lifestyle. Her abroad journey started living as an expat in Buenos Aires and evolved into the #slomadic slow travel lifestyle. She supports her clients by redefining success, navigating unconventional paths, finding remote work and building a fully remote lifestyle.

Connect with our Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Connect with Kristin

Learn more about her journey via www.kvierracoaching.com

Find her on LinkedIn @Kristin Vierra

Find her on Instagram @kristincvierra

Other episodes you might like:

🎧  Episode #01: How to Thrive in your Digital Nomad Relationship with Anat & Orr

🎧  Episode #05: Dealing with High Anxiety While Building a Successful Online Business with The Remote Yogi

🎧  Episode #07: Overcoming Fears and Building Community with Digital Nomad Magali

🎧 Episode #21: 10 Years Of Traveling The World With Daisy

Packing Tips for Full-Time Digital Nomad Life with Nienke

“The more stuff you have or own, the more stress it could give you.”

How the digital nomad lifestyle can boost your life too

Are you tired of overpacking and feeling stressed out every time you travel as a digital nomad? Nina, the host of the Digital Nomads Daily podcast, has got you covered with some practical packing tips. In this episode, she shares her personal experience and advice on how to declutter, invest in good-quality luggage, and pack light. She recommends multipurpose clothing, being practical about what you need, and not traveling to drastically different climates in a short period of time. Nina also emphasizes the importance of being insured for all your belongings and being aware of airline baggage policies.

Top tips for digital nomads who travel and work from anywhere full-time

As a digital nomad, traveling can be both exciting and stressful. One of the biggest challenges is packing. Overpacking can lead to unnecessary stress and inconvenience during your travels. However, with some practical packing tips, you can make your travels stress-free and enjoyable. Your Nienke Nina, the host of the Digital Nomads Daily podcast, has shared some of her personal experiences and advice on how to pack light and efficiently. Read a few of her top digital nomad packing tips below.

Invest in your travel luggage

This might is not on top of your list but once you start traveling or living the digital nomad lifestyle full-time it’s best to travel with luggage that is not going to annoy you. Nienke Nina learned this the hard way and her luggage was so shitty that it would make her travel uneasy. After frustration and struggles she decided to invest in a proper suitcase set (one medium check-in, one carry-on a small backpack for her laptop) her travels became almost hassle-free.

‘‘If you are gonna travel and your travel itself is annoying because of the items that you’re carrying with you, you’re not gonna enjoy it so much.’’

Don’t put all eggs in one basket – or suitcase

A common mistake travelers make is to have all their items in their check-in luggage. Nienke Nina’s recommendation is to have a few basic items in your carry-on too in case your suitcase is delayed. It happened to her that the airline lost her suitcase for a few days and she packed all her clothes in the main check-in bag so she was without fresh clothes in the hotel, including underwear!! Pack a few items in your carry-on so you have at least clothing and your basic needs covered.

Don’t take more than international travel allows you

Limit yourself to not more than 20 KG in your check-in suitcase so you’re always safe when traveling. These days airlines have their own rules and regulations so it really sucks if you have to pay extra at the airport.

Keep in mind you are not on a holiday

Pack light and don’t take everything you would bring on a holiday. Bring clothing that is easy to combine so you can switch looks effortlessly and use fabrics that are easy to fold. Digital nomads need to pack for everyday life so that includes workout clothes, location-specific wear like beach clothes, slippers and training shoes but also normal clothes when you have online meetings. So packing for a holiday is a whole different mindset but you get used to this.

Bring things that you really need

‘‘I simply cannot buy a lot of stuff. This doesn’t fit in my suitcase. When I do go shopping, it’s very intentional.’’

This might be more of an issue for digital nomad girls, but your shopping life drastically changes if you were a big shopper in your normal life. The reason is pretty simple digital nomads cannot buy and bring everything they feel like. Nienke Nina shares that whenever she goes shopping it’s often to replace an item so she always makes sure everything fits in her suitcases and she isn’t up for a surprise.

If you want to learn more about packing as a digital nomad, Nina has written a book called “Digital Nomads with Confidence” and also has a Digital Nomads Daily newsletter. These resources can provide you with more tips and advice on how to pack efficiently and travel stress-free.

Packing can be a time-consuming and frustrating task for digital nomads. However, with some practical tips and advice, you can make your travels stress-free and enjoyable. By decluttering, investing in good quality luggage, packing multipurpose clothing, and being aware of airline baggage policies, you can pack like a pro and enjoy your travels as a digital nomad.

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Other episodes you might like:

🎧  Episode #01: How to Thrive in your Digital Nomad Relationship with Anat & Orr

🎧  Episode #05: Dealing with High Anxiety While Building a Successful Online Business with The Remote Yogi

🎧  Episode #07: Overcoming Fears and Building Community with Digital Nomad Magali

🎧 Episode #21: 10 Years Of Traveling The World With Daisy