In this episode, I sit down with Virginie Laveau — the inspiring woman behind On The Verge — whose journey began with a bold, life-changing decision. At just 19, after a night out with friends in France, she packed everything into her car and moved to Ireland without knowing a single person, landing in Ringaskiddy and starting completely from scratch.

What follows is a story of resilience, courage, and growth. Virg opens up about working hard, saving, and taking out a loan to buy her home — and how that experience taught her the power of staying present. We also dive into more challenging chapters of her life, including PTSD and panic attacks, and how she found ways to navigate and overcome them.

A chance connection through Surf2Heal brought us together, making this conversation even more meaningful. Virg shares her outlook on life — choosing the bright side, even in difficult moments, like recovering from a broken shoulder — and her belief that “there’s always a positive in the negatives.”

From manifesting her dream home to building her creative brand, caring for animals (including a baby lamb!), and creating jewellery and clothing, Virg’s story is full of heart, honesty, and inspiration.

You can connect with Virg:
Instagram: @onthevergeonline
Facebook: On The Verge
Website: www.onthevergeonline.com
Surf2Heal: www.surf2heal.org

This is her ordinary… extraordinary story.