How trusting my intuition transformed my health, career, and life abroad - with Maya Lombarts

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What if listening to your inner voice could be the one bold move that changes everything? Maya Lombarts knows firsthand how powerful intuition can be.
After struggling with chronic illness for years and finding no lasting relief from conventional medicine, she decided to take control of her health. Through functional medicine, deep self-exploration, and a leap of faith, she not only healed but also transformed her entire life.

Her journey led her from Belgium to Cusco, Peru, where she embraced a vibrant, spontaneous way of living that contrasted sharply with the structured, fast-paced lifestyle she left behind. Now, she blends her analytical expertise with creative passion, working as a "left-brain sidekick" for creative entrepreneurs—helping them streamline their businesses while maintaining artistic freedom.

In this episode, we explore how trusting your gut can unlock new possibilities in both health and career. You’ll learn:

• How Maya overcame chronic illness by addressing root causes through functional medicine and holistic healing
• The impact of environment on well-being—comparing structured Western lifestyles with the rich, community-driven culture of Cusco, Peru
• How she built a fulfilling, location-independent career that merges strategic thinking with creativity
• The rewards and challenges of moving abroad and embracing a completely new way of life
• Why prioritizing joy, presence, and intuition leads to greater health, success, and abundance

As the co-owner of Crew Volunteer, Maya balances online work with meaningful in-person experiences, combining purpose with flexibility. From salsa dancing to connecting with a tight-knit expat and local community, she shares how her move to Peru sparked a profound shift in her personal and professional life.

Whether you’re seeking better health, a career change, or the courage to embrace the unknown, this conversation will inspire you to trust your inner voice and step into what’s truly possible.

Tune in now to hear Maya's incredible journey and discover what listening to your intuition could unlock for you.

MEET MAYA
Hey there! My name's Maya, I’m from Belgium, and I’ve been living in Cusco, Peru for the past seven years while building my business online.

I struggled with chronic disease in Belgium when I was only 15 (CFS and Fibromyalgia). Doctors told me: "You just have a small energy bucket and you need to learn how to live with it." I refused to accept this and started looking for my own solutions, which I found in the Peruvian Lifestyle and Functional Medicine.

Using my Belgian structured side and my Peruvian flexible side, I'm a Left-Brained Sidekick for Creative Entrepreneurs. Together, we can find a way to maintain your creative flow while managing the operational aspects of your business

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1. How trusting my intuition transformed my health, career, and life abroad - with Maya Lombarts (00:00:00)

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