Meet Sheila Sousa, a telecommunications engineer, free spirit, international volunteer, salsa dancer and a true citizen of the world! Born in Mozambique, Sheila was raised in Portugal and is now based in London.

When the 2008 recession made finding a job after university nearly impossible, Sheila opted to travel solo to Thailand where she worked with hill tribes on the border of Myanmar. Since then, she has prioritized seeing as much of the world as she can. We discuss how she prepared for her first solo trip and how it changed her outlook, how she meets people while traveling as an introvert, and the ways in which she overcomes stereotypes as a black woman. Sheila has so much insight and wisdom to share (and an infectious laugh to boot) so if you’re thinking about a gap year or just a short solo trip, be sure to tune in!

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