Laurie J. Como: Surfing, Dancing, and Embracing the Mermaid Life
I feel like there's so many people like me where they just decided to go somewhere that was a little easier and maybe less consumption and less laws and a little more laid back, and you don't get bombarded All Day with advertisements and stuff to buy and all that stuff.
Ever wondered what it’s like to live life on your own terms? Laurie J. Como, a French-Canadian who has made Costa Rica her home for the past 11 years, shares her unique journey with Rima Danielle Jomaa in this captivating episode of 'The Rima the Jungle Girl Podcast'. Laurie, who describes herself as a mermaid, opens up about her love for surfing, dancing, and connecting with nature.
She first visited Costa Rica with her mother and instantly fell in love with the place. After traveling around Central America, she decided to settle in Costa Rica, where she now hosts biweekly Ecstatic Dance sessions. These gatherings offer a judgment-free space for people to dance without drugs or alcohol. Laurie talks about how society often tries to fit us into boxes and how she has always resisted that pressure.
She emphasizes the importance of living authentically and following one’s passions. Laurie also touches on the significance of sunsets in her life, calling them a sacred time of day for her and her community. Through her work as an upholsterer, she meets fascinating people and gets to explore amazing homes, all while working for herself. Laurie believes that life should be lived to the fullest now, not postponed until retirement.
With Rima's thoughtful questions guiding the conversation, this episode offers plenty of inspiration for anyone looking to break free from societal expectations and embrace a more fulfilling life.