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Life Design & Rethinking Retirement: Not the End, But the Beginning
I recently had the chance to speak with Jason and Daravy, a couple who retired in their 30s. They didn’t do it through flashy investments or lucky breaks — they did it by making thoughtful trade-offs, living below their means, and steadily building a life that matched their values.
Sara Mangan Ramelb
4 min read


Plotting the Course: Why Mini Wins and Micro-Adventures Matter More Than You Think
That place felt warm and familiar… but no longer mine. Like a ‘perfect for the season’ sweater I’ve outgrown. I miss the boys, and that stage of life, of course. And I miss the price of a meal out. But I don’t miss living there.
Sara Mangan Ramelb
3 min read


Embracing the Novice: How Travel Builds Resilience and Opens Your Mind
I want to dive into two key themes that really stood out to me: embracing a novice mindset and building resilience.
Sara Mangan Ramelb
3 min read


Aroha Aotearoa (Love of New Zealand): The Strength and Beauty of the Mighty MAori Women
I suspect I had been living in ignorance until this trip—because until now, I hadn’t personally encountered the hands-down coolest, most bad
Sara Mangan Ramelb
3 min read


Seizing Opportunities: Lessons from Global Transitions
His journey from the United States to New Zealand, and many more travels beyond, is not just a story of relocation—it’s a masterclass in nav
Sara Mangan Ramelb
4 min read
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