Sell Your House + Become a Nomad with Julie B. Rose

Featuring: Julie B. Rose

Age: 35

Brand: Julie De Vivre at juliedevivre.com

Role: Founder, Social Media Manager, Blogger, Adventure Traveler

HQ city: Nomad, as she is now always on the move!

Social: @juliebrose

Fav #tags: #nomad and #solotraveler

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Where in the world are you now?

Fayetteville, Arkansas and onto Alabama beaches then who knows!

Where is your favorite place to visit in the world and why? 

I can’t choose just one! I’ve travelled a lot, and I’ve enjoyed most places I’ve been to, but my favorites are the places I could see myself living in. I would be very happy living in Medellin and Berlin for any manner of months; there is an energy in each of these places and so much to do. I would also love to spend an entire summer in Alaska. I was there for a week and a half last year, and I fell in love — it feels so wild and foreign, untouched by humans, even though it’s a part of the states and your cell phone still (mostly) works.

Who do you want to meet, why?

Gosh, I don’t know! Maybe Oprah. I just imagine her being so warm, inquisitive, thoughtful, and inspiring. I feel like I could gain so much just by being in her proximity. 

Who did you want to meet, why?

It would have been amazing to meet Ruth Bader Ginsberg (RBG). What a champion for women’s rights, who achieved so much over her life. Just an icon. I hate to think where we’d be without her.

How does your work fulfill you and your purpose in life?

I find purpose in helping people. Maybe it’s teaching or advising, as part of my current role supporting a national health care organization as a SME in social media. Maybe it’s connecting with others as part of my blog and social channels, and inspiring them to make rewarding charges in their lives. That includes being vulnerable… about my layoffs and periods of financial insecurity, my heartbreaks and romantic disappointments, my challenges during the nomad life… all my realizations and lessons. Sharing with the world brings me joy, and the feedback and support validates all I do. 

What are you reading right now? 

I listen to a lot of audio books and podcasts while I travel from city to city on the nomad life. I just finished “Educated,” and I couldn’t stop listening. What a way to grow up. I also recently enjoyed “The Achievement Habit” by Bernard Roth — it was really a thinker; there are so many tangents I could go on.

What are you watching?

Silly, maybe, but I just finished watching a reality show on Amazon Prize called The Pack. People competed in travel-related challenges with their dogs, which brought each pair closer together. Man, what I wouldn’t do to get on that show with my 4-year-old mini Aussie shepherd, Penny!! She truly is the picture of animal health. 

What do you do to fully relax?

I don’t know if I ever fully relax. I certainly try, but my mind is going, going, going, a lot of the time! I partake in regular massages, and I do like a fun mystery novel. I pour myself a glass of wine and snuggle with Penny.

When are you most in flow, productive, energized?

Usually, in the morning. That’s when I feel the most antsy to be productive. Ideas come to me at all times of day, even right before bed — and it’s sometimes difficult to stop what I’m doing and document whatever it is! But I’ve found, it’s important that I do so, because oftentimes I lose that perfect train of thought. Usually, when I sit down to write, it’s somewhat slow going, and I need to revisit the point of my story a few times. It’s not often that I get a wave of inspiration and can’t put the pen down — but, and maybe its a bright side of the limitations of the pandemic — I’ve had a couple of these lately.

Do you meditate or practice mindfulness? If so, how?

Gosh, not deliberately. Maybe I should. I definitely practice exercise therapy, though. :) 

Who taught you how to hustle? 

I don’t think anyone taught me. I think I fell into it accidentally. Slowly, I started to share on my blog, and I learned that people were benefiting from the insights of my experiences. And as I got more feedback and validation from people — people who told me, Julie, I never would have done this until you inspired me, or, Julie, this situation resonated with me and I decided to cut off this guy who was not treating me well — and I just started to hold myself accountable to a higher level of output. 

What keeps you up at night and troubles? 

I used to worry a lot in my late 20s; about my future, about finances, about relationships and jobs. I wouldn’t say I have zero troubles now, but I’ve come to realize worrying is futile. There’s a quote I like: “Worrying means you suffer twice.” I wasted so much energy worrying about things that never came to pass! Or that if they did come to pass, they were not even that bad. Now, I just live in the moment and deal with things as they come, and I don’t let my imagination get the best of me. It also helps that I’ve had low periods in my life, and while it’s happening, I feel hopeless… but I always came out ok and STRONGER for it. More determined, more resilient. 

Do you exercise? If so how?

I do! I’m very active, and I consider exercise part of my self-care regimen. I’m a runner, a hiker, and a member of Orange Theory, which I can use anywhere in the U.S. Because I have a mini Aussie shepherd who is highly energetic, I make it a point to get her a lot of exercise. It helps balance all the craft beer I enjoy!

What communities inspire you? Online and/ or in-person?

I firmly believe the company one keeps has a huge influence on a person. I need to be around high-achievers, high-performers and highly-motivated people; their advice and support is invaluable. I’m still finding my place in those communities, so I’ll definitely take suggestions!

Are you more Hustle or more Zen lately? 

It varies! I have my weeks where I’m more motivated and then others where I’m introspective. I think ebbs and flows are healthy. Although, like most high-performers, I wish I could get everything done, all the time, and done perfectly!

What would you do if you did not do your existing work/business?

I’d be a Broadway star! JK. I do love musicals, singing, dancing and acting. I wish I had spent more time pursuing my interests in college, but back then, I was so focused on my major and graduating quickly so I could get into the workforce. I think everyone should have an identity outside of their employment, and make their personal hobbies and passions a priority —  whether it's singing, crafting, or pickle ball. We are more than what we do to make money.

How do you define a good work/life balance, and how important do you think it is?

I’m still figuring the exact blend, and I’m sure the percentage varies by the person, but for me, it’s critical that 1) I have a life outside of work, where I take care of myself, and do things I enjoy that excite me 2) I have time to absorb, reflect and write on those experiences and 3) I have to work (obviously). I’ve been in the grind before — where my job was my whole identity — then, I lost that job in a layoff. It taught me that the salary, the title, the prestige doesn’t mean anything if you aren’t satisfied with how you spend your day.

How have personal relationships impacted your balance?

Traveling with her loyal dog Penny, driving across the US

Well, I’m single, so I have no partner to think of or answer to — the only “person” I have to take care of is Penny. Luckily, she doesn’t need a lot, and she understands… some days Mom works all day, and she isn’t going to get on an epic hike or play fetch for hours. But having Penny does mean I have to take breaks every few hours, to let her out, to give her attention, to play. It’s so easy to dive into remote work, but having Penny around does balance me. She forces me to take those moments to reset, clear my mind, and ultimately boost my productivity. 

What is some advice you would give to new or struggling entrepreneurs/hustlers that seem out of balance?

Don’t try to do everything all at once. Tackle one thing. Complete one task or climb one step. Despite what we see in the movies, success doesn’t happen overnight, and there are moments of slowness and pivots. “Eye on the prize” can actually be overwhelming, frustrating or demoralizing if movement doesn't happen when you want it to at the level you want it to! So keep one eye on your current step and the other on the next step, rather than the top of the staircase. 

What advice would you tell your younger self?

Stop caring what people think, and don’t make any decisions based off what you should do or what’s expected of you. Do the thing, and don’t look back, even if people look sideways at you (at first). You’ll be a trailblazer.

What is one issue you are out to change in the world?

There’s definitely a few that are close to my heart, but one that comes to mind especially that I’ve spoken on and feel very strongly about is ending misogyny and the exploitation of women. As a conventionally attractive woman in her 30s publicly navigating the single life on her travels… I’ve been met with behaviors from bachelors that are discouraging at best and disgusting or deplorable at worst. In the last decade, with #metoo and other cases of toxic masculinity coming to the surface… I’m encouraged that as a society we’re starting to “get woke” to this problem. Change and progress IS happening, even if there’s a lot of ground still to cover.

Your last 2¢…

I suppose, I’d just reiterate… nothing BIG happens immediately. To an outsider, it may appear that way, but 99 out of 100 times, incremental changes add up and result in something HUGE. If your goal seems insurmountable, approach it with this mindset. People have asked me how did I possibly sell everything I own and become a nomad, seemingly out of nowhere? But I know that’s not what happened. It was brewing, percolating for so long, just beneath my consciousness! Actually, if I were to make a list of every little thing I did to prep for this decision — voluntary or involuntary — you’d think me silly. (Actually, that might be a fun exercise, DM me if this is something you’d want to see!!) So, make your small changes. They will add up, and one day you’ll look back and think how the smallest actions contributed to your success — maybe even more so than any ONE big thing.

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“A full-time nomad, solo traveler, outdoors woman, independent and perpetually single; in pursuit of personal growth, a challenge, and the joie de vivre (joy of living). 21 countries, 39 states and counting. My mission: sharing my story to inspire and empower others. 💖”

— Julie B. Rose

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