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EPISODE · Jul 18, 2025 · 42 MIN

Episode 50: 3-Day Solo Wellness Retreat - What I Did, Loved & Would Do Differently

from Living Well (or Trying To) with Janet · host Janet Wang

In this episode I talk about why taking a real break—from work, home life, or both—isn’t just a luxury but a wellness essential. From the science-backed benefits of vacationing to the small messy moments we all have (like laundry mishaps), I open up about my own solo mini-retreat experience at a wellness resort near LA. From sound baths and Vinyasa yoga in a dome to one of the best deep tissue massages I’ve ever had (plus a solo dinner date with striped bass and red wine), I share what I did, what I wish I’d done differently (hello, digital detox), and how you can create your own version of a wellness getaway. Expect reflections on mindfulness, burnout, creativity, and self-care, plus practical ideas on how to structure your own solo or small-group getaway—even if you're not a planner. I also answer listener Q&As about dating advice and meditation classes, and wrap up with a special giveaway announcement. Follow/Subscribe to “Living Well (or Trying To) with Janet” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you get your pods! For more, follow⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@janetdoubleu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partners: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - 10% off your first month with code “LWJ” ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pique Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - 15% off + free Starter Kit (rechargeable frother & glass beaker) on subscriptions $100+ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I talk about why taking a real break—from work, home life, or both—isn’t just a luxury but a wellness essential. From the science-backed benefits of vacationing to the small messy moments we all have (like laundry mishaps), I open up about my own solo mini-retreat experience at a wellness resort near LA. From sound baths and Vinyasa yoga in a dome to one of the best deep tissue massages I’ve ever had (plus a solo dinner date with striped bass and red wine), I share what I did, what I wish I’d done differently (hello, digital detox), and how you can create your own version of a wellness getaway. Expect reflections on mindfulness, burnout, creativity, and self-care, plus practical ideas on how to structure your own solo or small-group getaway—even if you're not a planner. I also answer listener Q&As about dating advice and meditation classes, and wrap up with a special giveaway announcement. Follow/Subscribe to “Living Well (or Trying To) with Janet” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you get your pods! For more, follow⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@janetdoubleu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partners: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - 10% off your first month with code “LWJ” ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pique Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - 15% off + free Starter Kit (rechargeable frother & glass beaker) on subscriptions $100+ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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