Walking Away from the Old Life to Find a New One on the Camino de Santiago

Walking Away from the Old Life to Find a New One on the Camino de Santiago 

On this episode of The Breakout, we sit down with writer and entrepreneur Kelli Field to discuss her life-changing experience walking the Camino de Santiago. Tune in and discover how leaving behind the familiar gave her a new lease on life.  

Meet Kelli Field  

Kelli Field is a writer and a beacon of transformation. After years of working in a high-stress, high-earning career that eventually took a heavy toll on her health, Kelli knew she needed a drastic change. Discover more about Kelli and her inspiring work here. 

The Breakout Moment 

Kelli’s turning point came unexpectedly during a European vacation. Exhausted and worn out, she confessed to her husband that she couldn’t continue living her current life. This realization pushed her to pursue a long-held dream of walking the Camino de Santiago, an 800-kilometer pilgrimage across northern Spain. 

A Journey Like No Other 

The Camino de Santiago is more than a physical trek; it’s a metaphor for the inner journeys we all must undertake. For Kelli, it was about shedding the old layers of her life and stepping into a new, more authentic version of herself. She shares stories filled with hardship, discovery, and enlightenment, including a memorable trek across the Pyrenees and the emotional catharsis of lightening her load—both physically and spiritually. 

Strategies for Personal Transformation 

Kelli’s story is filled with actionable insights for anyone looking to make a major life change: 

• Listen to Your Inner Voice: Often, our intuition knows we need a change before our minds do. 

• Take the Leap: True transformation requires stepping into the unknown, even when the next step isn’t clear. 

• Find Comfort in Discomfort: Growth happens outside our comfort zones. Lean into the challenges, and you’ll come out stronger on the other side. 

Guest’s Inspiring Takeaways 

Kelli’s time on the Camino taught her invaluable lessons about resilience, faith, and the power of letting go. She urges everyone to get comfortable with being uncomfortable and to be willing to be bad at something before getting good at it. These lessons are not merely theoretical; they are practical guidelines for anyone striving to break free from societal expectations and live a more fulfilling life. 

Summary & Reflection 

Kelli Field’s story is a testament to the power of stepping away from the familiar to find something more rewarding. Her experience on the Camino de Santiago serves as a blueprint for anyone feeling trapped in their current circumstances. By taking bold steps and listening to our inner calls, we can all discover new paths to happiness and fulfillment. Listen to the full episode on The Breakout Podcast for more insights and inspiration. 

About The Breakout 

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