The Joy of Birdwatching: How Sue Bolt Found Peace, Purpose, and Legacy in Nature (Ep. 70)
What started as a simple hobby has grown into a source of joy, peace, and connection for one of Private Vista’s Client Service Associates, Sue Bolt.
In this special lifestyle episode, Sue joins host Nicole Romito to share how birdwatching has become a grounding force in her life, from childhood memories with her father to creating new experiences with her grandchildren.
Sue opens up about how this passion deepened during the pandemic, how it serves as a form of mindfulness and mental wellness, and how it’s evolved into meaningful multigenerational bonding. From photographing bald eagles to chasing elusive owls, her story is a reminder that fulfillment isn’t just about finances — it’s about finding purpose in everyday passions.
What to expect in this episode:
- How birdwatching became a multigenerational tradition in Sue’s family
- The mental health benefits of finding peace in nature
- Rare bird sightings that still bring her joy
- Tips for anyone curious about birdwatching
- And more!
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About Our Guest:
After many years in the banking industry, Sue shifted to wealth management in 2002. She is part of the Customer Service Associate team as well as the main liaison for all Private Vista’s institutional custodians. Sue takes pride in the strong relationships that she has built over the last 20+ years. Through her daily interactions with clients, she does her best to ensure that she is meeting their needs promptly. She also enjoys problem-solving and the many challenges that her job brings her each day.
Sue loves the outdoors! Birds are her passion, both indoor birds and birds in the wild, so she has taken up bird and nature photography in her spare time. The peace and calm that forests bring her as she visits various locations looking for birds is a huge part of her Private Vista. Sue and her husband also very actively attend their grandchildren’s many sporting events and various other activities. The more time she can spend with their three adult children, their spouses, and their nine grandchildren, the better! Her Private Vista for future years is to have more free time to enjoy the outdoors and to be able to follow the grandchildren’s activities, wherever they may take them!
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