Finding a new home in Ecuador: From West Virginia to Vilcabamba

Join us as we dive into Jarod's incredible journey of finding a new home in Ecuador. From his military service and challenging times in West Virginia to discovering peace and community in Vilcabamba, Ecuador, Jarod shares his transformative story. Learn how this veteran turned his life around and integrated into the vibrant expat community of Vilcabamba. Don't miss this inspiring tale of resilience, healing, and new beginnings!
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0:00 Intro
0:08 Introducing Jarod
0:29 Jarod's Background and Military Service
1:11 Searching for a New Place to Live
2:01 Transition to Life in Vilcabamba
3:02 Settling into Vilcabamba
4:09 Early Life and Military Background
5:31 Combat Experience
6:31 Dealing with Trauma
7:24 Post-Military Life and Struggles
8:05 Sobriety and Job Transitions
8:46 Hitting Rock Bottom
10:07 Signs and Synchronicities Leading to Ecuador
12:24 Researching Places to Move
13:14 Decision to Attend the Retreat
14:07 Making the Move to Vilcabamba
15:06 Arrival and Integration into the Community
16:31 First Month in Vilcabamba
17:23 Unique Experiences in Ecuador
18:26 Integrating into the Local Community
20:27 Differences Between Life in Ecuador and the U.S.
21:37 Shopping Trip to Loja
24:02 Changes in Jared’s Health and Lifestyle
25:16 Cutting Grass and Community Involvement
28:10 Experiences with Expats in Vilcabamba
32:01 Expat Gossip and Community Dynamics
34:14 Advice for Potential Expats
35:39 Visa and Pet Relocation Tips
37:19 Impact of Fresh Food on Health
40:28 Final Thoughts and Outro