Mar 10, 2017
Melissa Berg took her first solo trip, at the age of 39, to a yoga retreat in Mexico. Melissa’s husband and children were shocked she was even going, but when she came back after reconnecting with herself, she was a transformed woman. Melisa’s solo vacation brought a whole new wellness to her and it inspired her to facilitate retreats for women, just like herself, to help find themselves!
Key Takeaways:
*What was going on in Melissa’s life when she decided to travel alone?
*Melissa didn’t even want to tell anybody at work that she was going to Mexico for vacation.
*Melissa was very nervous about going.
*When Melissa landed in Mexico, she was shocked! The airport there was nothing like the airport in the U.S.
*Once Melissa got to her resort, how did she shift gears? Did she still have anxiety?
*When Melissa found herself alone without her group, she went out and explored!
*Wherever you are in your life, you can always travel alone. Melissa is married with kids!
*How did Melissa’s family react when she came home? Did she feel empowered?
*When Melissa came back, she definitely felt like a transformed woman.
*When you’re researching a new place, don't just assume. Ask questions and set your intentions for the trip you’re about to go on. What do you want to gain from the solo travel experience?
*How did it feel for Melissa that she wasn’t connected to her phone for most of the trip?
*Melissa has renewed excitement for what’s going to cross her path in the future.
*Melissa is now facilitating some fantastic retreats for women to help them find themselves.
Mentioned in This Episode:
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Email: Jennifer@TransformviaTravel.com
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