Travel the World Confidently

Self-Care, Burnout & Solo Travel: Why Women Need Time for Themselves

June 3, 2026·32 min
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In this episode, Angela interviews Mari Wuellner , coach and founder of the Crew Life Coaching Collective, about the importance of giving yourself permission to prioritize self-care, travel, and your own well-being.After experiencing severe burnout following years of overworking, Mari reached a breaking point that ultimately changed the way she approached life, rest, and personal fulfillment.Together, they discuss why so many women struggle with guilt around self-care and travel, and how small acts of self-prioritization can create meaningful change over time. Mari also shares the powerful story of taking a solo trip to Florence as part of her healing journey and explains why travel can be such a transformative tool for reflection and growth.If you've been feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or like you're constantly putting yourself last, this episode offers encouragement and practical strategies to begin reclaiming time and space for yourself.🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:Why women often struggle to prioritize themselvesRecognizing the early signs of burnoutHow overworking can impact physical and emotional healthThe guilt many women feel around self-care and travelWhy self-care is not selfish or indulgentMari's solo trip to Florence and its role in her healing journeySimple self-reflection practices for checking in with yourselfCreating small opportunities for rest and renewalHow travel can support personal growth and healingGiving yourself permission to put your own needs on the listConnect with Mari:INSTAGRAM: @mariwuellner__________________________________🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe so you never miss a new one!📩 Grab your FREE Solo Resource for Women 40+ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠traveltheworldconfidently.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📅 Ready to plan your trip with support? Book a free planning call → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🌍 Follow along for more solo travel tips, destination inspiration, and real talk about traveling confidently:Instagram & Facebook & Pinterest: @traveltheworldconfidently | TikTok: @angelaagranoff📖 Read the blog → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠traveltheworldconfidently.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✈️

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