Finding Meaning and Fulfillment in Life after Kids with Travel and Hobbies

If you’re feeling a bit lost now that the kids are grown and you want to get to know yourself again, consider travel and new hobbies as a means of self-discovery and growth.

In this episode of Life after Kids, we explore how to find joy and meaning in activities such as solo travel and engaging in new hobbies. And, we offer practical tips and considerations for those contemplating solo adventures, from ensuring safety on trips to maximizing the growth and learning opportunities that travel offers.

Key Takeaways:

• Solo travel and taking up new hobbies can bring joy, fulfillment, and personal growth, particularly during the life phase after children have left home.
• It's important to balance individual interests with relational dynamics, allowing for personal activities while maintaining healthy relationships.
• Taking the first step towards solo travel may involve joining group retreats or vacations that offer a balance of independence and community.
• Safety is a priority for women traveling alone; researching destinations and taking appropriate precautions can enhance the travel experience.
• Personal growth can equally occur through exploring local areas or new activities within one's town, highlighting that travel does not necessarily require distant journeys.

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and adventure in this latest episode of Life after Kids and be inspired to embrace the beauty of spending time alone and pursuing individual interests. Let this conversation serve as a guiding light for you to find personal fulfillment and enjoyment in travel and adventure as you navigate the all-too-familiar terrain of life after kids.  And remember, any time you get out of your four walls and travel, you’re opening new doors for yourself and experiencing growth that leads to you becoming more of yourself.

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Timestamp  | Summary
| 0:00:00  | Introduction to the topic of solo travel and hobbies
| 0:03:09  | Dr. Brooke's perspective on solo travel and her preference for finding someone to go with
| 0:03:33  | Dr. Lynn's perspective on solo travel and her openness to trying it
| 0:06:15  | Dr. Lynn shares her enjoyment of traveling alone and the benefits of solo time
| 0:08:59  | Discussion on the idea of taking solo retreats and joining group activities
| 0:10:12  | Dr. Lynn expresses her desire to go on a solo trip to write a book
| 0:10:57  | Solo travel as a way to self-discovery and personal growth
| 0:11:53  | Solo travel in big transition periods
| 0:12:29  | Considering group tours or retreats for solo travel
| 0:13:40  | Tips for planning a solo trip: research, safety, and informing others
| 0:15:09  | Road tripping as an alternative to international solo travel
| 0:16:39  | Examining personal limitations and beliefs about solo travel
| 0:17:24  | Dream destinations for solo travel
| 0:19:16  | Different preferences for city vs. beach solo travel
| 0:19:59  | Benefits of traveling alone: freedom and personal choice
| 0:22:22  | Appreciating different cultures
| 0:23:25  | Pursue hobbies alone
| 0:24:29  | Explore new places in your town

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Making tomorrow even better than today,

Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne


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