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I'm Always My Best Self on Vacation — So How Do I Bring That Home? [SOLO Episode]
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There's this moment that happens every time I come home from a trip. I'm on the plane, feeling spacious and happy and like the fullest version of myself, and I start wondering if there’s a way to hold on to that.
I just got back from Guatemala, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. Between a yoga retreat in San Marcos with my friend Ash, exploring Antigua, and watching a sunrise so beautiful it made me do a hike I absolutely did not think I could finish — I came home with a lot to think about.
In this solo episode of Thinking About, I'm unpacking why travel feels so good, the actual neurological and psychological reasons our brains light up when we're somewhere new. And then, because I'm always asking myself how to bring that feeling into everyday life, I'm sharing some practical ways to do exactly that.
In this episode, I'm talking about:
- Why travel feels so good: the brain science behind novelty, dopamine, and your nervous system resetting
- Psychological zoom out — why seeing a volcano (or just being on a plane) puts everything in perspective
- My three personal takeaways from the trip: movement as reward, discomfort leading to wonder, and community
- Practical ways to access the travel feeling at home: micro adventures, routine shake-ups, printing your photos, and protecting unscheduled time
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Links Mentioned:
Past episodes with Devon: Preserving Memories From Life's Biggest Moments & Getting Real About Running A Business With Devon Elcomb-Anzit | Pressed In Time and What You Need To Know Before Turning Your Passion Into A Business With Devon Elcomb-Anzit From Pressed In Time
Past episode with Ashley of The Feelosophy: Answering Your Questions About Starting Therapy & NeuroAffective Touch With Ashley Brodeur Of The Feelosophy