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What happens when you feel restless in your current life but the idea of change feels overwhelmingly scary? Claire Alexander knows this feeling intimately. Two years after her first appearance on the podcast, she returns with a story of transformation that will resonate with anyone standing at a crossroads.

Claire has completely reimagined her life by relocating from London to Austin, Texas – a journey that took nearly two years of planning and persistence through numerous obstacles. As a fashion brand consultant who built her business to be location-independent, she embraced the opportunity to start fresh in a new country. Yet even with careful preparation, she discovered that becoming "the new girl" at an older age brings unexpected challenges and surprising rewards.

Her story goes beyond geographic relocation. Claire has expanded her professional identity by becoming an Arbonne consultant, embracing a business opportunity that aligns with her values around sustainability and women's empowerment. What makes this dual pivot fascinating is how she's navigated finding community in both endeavors, demonstrating that connections are vital when rebuilding your life. From networking events she'd rather skip to serendipitously meeting fellow female motorcycle riders, Claire shows how putting yourself out there – however uncomfortable – creates the foundation for your new reality.

For anyone contemplating a major life change, Claire offers refreshingly practical wisdom: "Nothing good comes from staying in your comfort zone." She advocates for messy action over perfect planning, reminding us that courage isn't the absence of fear but moving forward despite it. This conversation serves as both inspiration and practical roadmap for those ready to switch tracks but unsure how to take that first step.

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