In this episode of Before We Get There, host Nicholas Braman sits down with Ruby Tan, a Singaporean who pursued her dream of becoming an outdoor adventure guide, leading her to New Zealand. Ruby shares her story of leaving a traditional 9 to 5 job, dealing with cultural and personal challenges, and finding her true calling in the outdoors. The conversation covers her struggles with family expectations, the impact of COVID-19, and the personal growth that came from following her passions. Ruby candidly discusses her mental health journey and the resilience needed to live a life true to herself.Guest Links:                         
                                                    
                                In this episode of Before We Get There, host Nicholas Braman sits down with Ruby Tan, a Singaporean who pursued her dream of becoming an outdoor adventure guide, leading her to New Zealand. Ruby shares her story of leaving a traditional 9 to 5 job, dealing with cultural and personal challenges, and finding her true calling in the outdoors. The conversation covers her struggles with family expectations, the impact of COVID-19, and the personal growth that came from following her passions. Ruby candidly discusses her mental health journey and the resilience needed to live a life true to herself.
Guest Links: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyrubytan/ 
Podcast links: 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2h9gsrWKH9C1KY1OzR12kr?si=2a4d19970632465f  
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-we-get-there/id1775182252 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforewegettherepodcast/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nicholasbraman
Website: https://nicholasbraman.com/before-we-get-there-podcast/ 
00:00 Introduction 
04:04 Discovering a Love for the Outdoors
07:38 Career Path and Existential Crisis
09:55 Pursuing Outdoor Education in New Zealand
18:26 Family Reactions and Cultural Challenges
21:18 Returning to Singapore During COVID
24:52 Rediscovering Passion in South Korea
31:59 Balancing Work and Personal Life in the Outdoors
39:41 Making Friends and Building Community
43:02 Future Aspirations and Final Thoughts
                             
                            
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