Curiosity that led to communes, living in a hut in Africa, tantra and more… but it’s not what you think

We also talk about nudist colonies, but like the title says: It’s not what you think

In one of my favorite travel chats on this podcast I talk with Erica Hackman (Virvo) about her travel adventures. She went to college for interior design, but realized 2.5 years in, she didn’t want to do it. 

She didn’t know what she wanted to do instead, but she did know she was ready for an adventure.

In listening to her story, she shares some stories about how her curiosity has led to her to unique experiences (from attending World Domination Summit and learning about tantra, to living on communes to a $10 per month termite hut in Africa).

Key Moments in the Podcast

0:00 Takeaway

0:34 Intro

4:54 Following curiosity to change the her life

9:06 Creating new best friends to set her on success in Qatar and Thailand

16:15 Tantra but not the kind you’d expect

20:04 An alternative way of living with communes

25:44 Rethinking what beauty means in the context of nudist colonies

36:39 Living in a termite clay hut

43:57 The importance of sharing your stories and experiences to open mindsets

47:22 Badass

49:27 Advice for her younger self


Key takeaways

There are some themes in Erica’s story…

  1. If you’re curious, just TRY IT
    Why CAN’T we take more of a “why not” attitude and just TRY it. Without action, how are we really supposed to know about the things we are curious about in life?

  2. Connect with others and share
    One of the most powerful things about Erica’s story is her willingness to reach out to people openly. Show them her vulnerability and ask them to help her (while equally trying to be of value and give back). It’s what has made not only her travels more rich, but her life.

  3. Trust yourself
    Because you believe in yourself, and you really, really can. If you don’t, start today.

Connect with Erica


About the podcast

Inspirational stories to help you be just 1% more badass than you were yesterday. Our BIG badass moments in life are made possible by the the culmination of our SMALL badass moments. I keep it REAL. Made with love WHILE TRAVELING.


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