“We are basically dealing with the entity that understands the only language, which is a brutal power, nothing else works. And unfortunately, we are facing a situation when military is the only way to resist and to restore peace.” - Orest Zub

Orest Zub, from Lviv Ukraine, is a freedompreneur, a digital nomad who has visited 129 countries, a blogger, and an author. Orest has been in the Ukraine documenting events on the ground during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He has shifted his focus to supporting the resistance against Russia. He provides information on Ukrainian culture and travel, and he has also developed a membership platform for freedom travelers. His work has received positive feedback from attendees of his events. He shares his experiences of visiting Poland and Bulgaria to purchase a van for the Ukrainian orphanage in Bansko. He shares his message to his listeners, urging them to stay with Ukraine as the country fights for its freedom.

[00:01 - 07:46] Becoming a Digital Nomad and A Freedompreneur

• Orest has been documenting events on the ground during the war in Ukraine
• He talks about how he made the leap to becoming a digital nomad, his experiences working as a legal assistant
• His successful project developing a membership platform for freedom travelers

[07:48 - 25:27] Staying Aware and Support Ukraine

• Orest talks about how the scale of conflict in Ukraine is unprecedented
• He documented war crimes
• The conflict has drawn together nations behind Ukraine leading to increased support for Ukraine from NATO
• Stay aware and remember that there is a war in Ukraine

[25:28 - 28:27] The Impact of War On Both Countries Involved

• Orest tells us that Ukraine is a top country for potential remote workers
• The war has driven up prices of energy resources
• Sanctions against Russia has not just affected the government but also the everyday lives of Russian citizens
• The impact of the war on children is devastating

[28:28 – 37:48] Wrapping Up!

• Orest encourages listeners in Bansko who are staying to spend their time helping refugees, painting with them, and going for walks and speak English with them
• He encourages people in the west to stay engaged with Ukraine and help mitigate the high cost of freedom
• Get it touch with Orest! (Links below)

Key Quotes

“The worst thing in every conflict is that people die and suffer and, this cannot be justified in any possible manner.” - Orest Zub

“We see that the fight of good against evil is going and the outcome here and my message is that, freedom is not free.” - Orest Zub

“I invite you to stay aware and remember that there is war Ukraine happening.” - Orest Zub

Connect with Orest

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZubOrest

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orestzub/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/orestzub2

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