EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 23 MIN
why can't you relax on vacation?
from Chief of Self · host Mady Maio
In this episode, I’m sharing my mindful travel playbook: the exact tools I use to stay grounded, present, and regulated on trips, even when routines change, alcohol is involved, or there’s pressure to “make the most of it.”✨ In this episode:Why trips can feel so dysregulating (and how to prevent it)The one question to ask before every tripMental rehearsal as a tool for staying embodied while travelingWhy travel shouldn’t require “recovery time” when you get homeIf you’ve ever come back from a trip feeling depleted, anxious, or like you need another vacation, this episode will help you travel in a way that feels intentional and actually enjoyable.🎙️ Listen every Tuesday for new episodes of Chief of Self , my cozy, big-sister podcast for mindset, growth, and the messy process of becoming your highest self.STAY CONNECTED WITH ME:InstagramTikTokYouTube
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In this episode, I’m sharing my mindful travel playbook: the exact tools I use to stay grounded, present, and regulated on trips, even when routines change, alcohol is involved, or there’s pressure to “make the most of it.”✨ In this episode:Why trips can feel so dysregulating (and how to prevent it)The one question to ask before every tripMental rehearsal as a tool for staying embodied while travelingWhy travel shouldn’t require “recovery time” when you get homeIf you’ve ever come back from a trip feeling depleted, anxious, or like you need another vacation, this episode will help you travel in a way that feels intentional and actually enjoyable.🎙️ Listen every Tuesday for new episodes of Chief of Self , my cozy, big-sister podcast for mindset, growth, and the messy process of becoming your highest self.STAY CONNECTED WITH ME:InstagramTikTokYouTube
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