Yasmin & Andy | Beyond Boundaries: One Family's Journey from England to Jungle Living in Belize

Yasmin and Andy left a comfortable life in the UK to join a small off-grid community in the jungles of Belize.

Fifteen years after cycling through Central America, Yasmin and Andy returned—this time with three kids and a desire for a different kind of life. What began as a plan to visit intentional communities in Europe shifted during the pandemic, eventually landing them in a small permaculture community in Belize.

They describe the emotional and practical steps behind leaving the UK, the grief of letting go, and the clarity that comes from recognizing how little time we have. Loneliness in early parenthood, especially within the isolation of the nuclear family, sparked a deeper search for connection. Now, they live alongside five other families where support is built into everyday life.

This isn’t a story about escaping—it’s about building. From self-directed education to shared celebrations and infrastructure, Yasmin and Andy reflect on what it takes to live more freely and cooperatively.

To learn more about Yasmin, Andy, and Sattvā Land or plan a visit, check the links below.

🔗 Learn more about Yasmin, Andy and SattvaLand

• https://www.instagram.com/sattvaland
• https://www.instagram.com/sattvalearning
• https://www.instagram.com/thefreewheelingfive
• https://www.sattvaland.com
• https://www.sattvaland.com/togetherfamilyretreat
• https://www.youtube.com/@thefreewheelingfive7447

🗓️ Recorded April 5th, 2025. 📍 Somewhere in France, on a highway heading towards Monaco

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