One of our favourite things to learn about is mindset; how someone sees the world and how that’s shaped their lifestyle. When the opportunity to interview the surfer and all around legend of a human, Asher Pacey, came around we jumped at the chance.
Asher grew up totally remote, living a slow-paced, nature-filled, adventurous lifestyle. We connected with Asher through Vonu beer. Vonu was born in Fiji, transforming pure Fijian island water into clean,crisp, and low gluten lager. Asher jumped on board as one of Vonu’s ambassadors and we wanted to get to know the man behind the adventurous mind in the lead up to our conference, #RadLivin, where Vonu is sponsoring.
Meet Asher Pacey…
Where are you in the world?
At the time I’m writing I am chasing some waves up in Queensland, but my home is on the Mid north Coast NSW.
What does a typical day look like for you?
I try to wake up before the sun. The weather generally dictates my day so if there’s waves I’ll have a cuppa and head down to the ocean for a surf or fish then usually get stuck into a bit of gardening and house hold chores come afternoon.
What was it like growing up with out cell service and living totally immersed in nature?
I guess I was fairly off grid growing up. There were some good life lessons during that time. How to take care of yourself, making your own fun, and just be a bit self sufficiency.
Did you keep that way of living and mentality throughout your adult life?
Funny thing is that I’ve come full circle and am living back on the farm after going out and seeing the world. Back off the grid at the place I love and couldn’t be happier.
What advice could you give to someone who wants to live a more present and sustainable lifestyle?
My advice would be to take the small steps necessary to get closer to where you want to be. Find the things you love and tap into that positivity of being content of where you are now. There’s so much to gain from the learnings along the way.
How do you choose a lifestyle that’s authentic for you, rather than what society is telling you that you ‘should’ do?
I say do what feels right. People in general have a real tendency to follow what others are doing and conform. The beauty of this day and age is that we have options. It’s easy to get caught up with what everyone else is doing so it’s better to be a leader than a follower and take control of you own existence.
Run us through what it’s like to be a Vonu Ambassador (Link to Vonu) and why you’re a part of the team?
Well for a start I love beer. And second the crew involved with Vonu (link to vonu) are legends and make the brand what it is so I’m honoured to be a part of that. The adventure aspect is also a major draw card for me. Let the good times roll.
What has been your craziest adventure?
I did a month in Iceland in the dead of winter in a van just over a year ago. That was by far the wildest and most beautiful trip I’ve ever done. Mind blowing in every sense.
Where are you headed – dreams, intentions, focuses for the next year?
My dream has always been to make a nice home on the farm. I’ve been working on that dream since I was a kid by planting trees and landscaping the place to give it a nice feel. I’m excited about some more adventures in the coming years and plan to set my garden of eden up so I can raise a family with my girl.
Photo credit @benosbornephoto x #LiveFree @vonubeer
