In this inspiring episode of Finding Alignment, host Megan Romine sits down with Valentine Thomas, world-renowned spearfisherwoman, author, entrepreneur, and advocate for sustainable seafood.

Valentine’s story reads like a modern-day reinvention tale: a former London hedge fund attorney who traded fast-paced corporate life for the deep calm of the ocean. From boardrooms and late-night dinners at Nobu to diving alongside tiger sharks in remote waters, Valentine opens up about the courage it took to walk away from comfort, chase authenticity, and build an entirely new kind of success story, one that didn’t exist until she created it.

Megan and Valentine talk about what it really means to find alignment in life and career, and why success isn’t about the title or paycheck, it’s about the lifestyle and purpose behind it. They dive into the balance between femininity and grit, the double-edged sword of social media, and the importance of staying authentic even when it doesn’t fit neatly into anyone else’s frame.

Valentine shares how a viral news story unexpectedly launched her into the spotlight, how she turned spearfishing into a global platform for conservation, and why safety and awareness are critical for divers at every level. From shallow water blackouts to social media pressures, motherhood to marriage, she brings an unfiltered look at the discipline, humility, and heart it takes to live boldly and sustainably both in and out of the water.

This episode is equal parts adventure, reflection, and real-world wisdom, a must-listen for anyone who’s ever questioned what it means to live authentically and chase alignment on their own terms.

Listen if you’re:

• Craving clarity and purpose in your next chapter
• Curious about leaving the 9-to-5 to follow passion
• Drawn to stories of women redefining success
• Interested in sustainability, ocean advocacy, and living intentionally

To Connect with Valentine Thomas:

https://valentinethomas.net/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/valentinethomas/

To Connect with Megan Romine:

https://meganromine.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mermaidrealtor/

Finding Alignment with Megan Romine is recorded at PodPlus Studios in Jupiter, Florida. To learn more, visit https://www.podplusstudios.com.

KEYWORDS:

Alignment in life and career, life reinvention, career pivot stories, purpose-driven living, authentic success, finding balance, sustainable living, ocean conservation, women in leadership, courage and authenticity, redefining success, mindful career change, living with intention