Callee's Journey: From Navy Translator to Zero Waste Advocate
I'm supposed to help save the planet. So now, as I travel the country and run bestowed essentials, I also host this podcast and its accompanying facebook group plus blog about my zero-waste van life over at a hippieinavan com, as well as doing zero-waste workshops and consulting to help people make ethical and eco-friendly choices that fit their lifestyle.
Imagine turning your life around completely and finding a new purpose. That's exactly what Callee, the host of the Hippie Haven Podcast, did. In this episode, she opens up about her incredible journey from serving as a translator in the US Navy to becoming a passionate zero waste activist and entrepreneur. Her story is not just about a career change; it's about aligning her life with her core values and overcoming severe depression and alcoholism in the process.
Callee shares how her time in the military clashed with her personal beliefs, leading to her honorable discharge as a conscientious objector. But that was just the beginning. She then traveled across the USA in a van, embracing a minimalist lifestyle and starting Bestowed Essentials, a sustainable self-care business. Today, her products are stocked in over 100 stores across the US and Canada. Through her podcast, Callee offers practical tips on living harmoniously with the planet.
Whether it's reducing waste, making ethical choices, or even tiny house living, she covers it all. This episode is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to make small changes that have a big impact. Callee’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of living in alignment with your values. Join Callee on this heartfelt episode as she shares her mission to help others live more ethically and sustainably.
It's a journey filled with ups and downs, but ultimately one of hope and transformation.