Anxious Adventurer with Katy Schlegel | A podcast about connection and exploration on the journey of life

Thanks for two wonderful years of the Anxious Adventurer Podcast! In today's episode, I'm reflecting on how far we've come and where I'm headed next. Spoiler alert: there is so much I don't know, but I'm following my own advice and listening to my intuition and what the universe is guiding me to do. Right now, I'm in a chapter of surrender: and that includes this podcast, at least for now. Thank you so much for your support these past two years. I hope you'll connect with me on Instagram and YouTube. The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

It can be hard at times to keep shining your light when the world feels a bit more chaotic every day. I was guided to create a meditation to help us tap into our light and our solar plexus which is where this light resides. If you feel like your light is becoming a bit dim or you need some oxygen to feed the flame, you can return to this meditation time and time again. The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Happy New Year! I hope today's episode will help you embrace the present moment, release pressure to have everything figured out, and connect with your inner child and sense of wonder. The Ancient Stones Oracle: https://a.co/d/236q6mf The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Christmas traditions in different parts of the world are very unique and special. I love learning how Christmas is celebrated in countries around the world and I thought you might too! So in today’s episode, we are taking a little bit of a different trip around the world. One that requires a slightly different mode of transportation and a little magical thinking. Referenced in this Episode: Fun website to explore Christmas around the world with your family or children: https://www.whychristmas.com/cultures/ Santa and his many names: https://preply.com/en/blog/santa-around-the-world-map/ Christmas Letter: “Mom, is Santa Real?” https://herviewfromhome.com/mom-tells-son-the-true-meaning-of-santa-this-is-what-we-should-all-share/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

It’s officially the Christmas season in my home. I love this time of year! It always fills me up with so much hope and happiness.  Have you ever gone to a Christmas Market in your city or maybe one while you were traveling? This is one of the things that’s on my bucket list to do before I die. My dream is to travel around during the month of December and visit various Christmas Markets all over the world. Tis the season- I figured why not do an episode on some of the famous and maybe not so famous Christmas Markets around the world. And hey- some of these may even be in your neck of the woods! Learn more about the markets mentioned in this episode: Strasbourg, France Christkindelsmärik: https://noel.strasbourg.eu/en/ Nuremberg, Germany Christkindlesmarkt: https://www.christkindlesmarkt.de/en/ Vienna, Austria Advent Christmas market: https://www.christkindlmarkt.at/ Cusco, Peru Santurantikuy Christmas Market: https://cuscoperu.com/en/festivities-events/november-december/santurantikuy-cusco/ European-style Christmas Markets in the U.S.: https://www.travelandleisure.com/holiday-travel/christmas-travel/european-style-christmas-markets-in-united-states The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

A lot has been happening in the world as of late. I’ve been picking up a lot of intense energy and if you’re intuitive like me, you’re probably feeling really overwhelmed right now. This time of year is meant to be slower and just like the leaves are falling off the trees, we too need to release what no longer serves us as we enter the winter months. I channeled a meditation for this purpose to help you release this energy that’s been around you lately. Download the Releasing Meditation here: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/releasing-meditation The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

In this episode, I am leading a guided chakra healing session using intuitively chosen crystals. We could all use some healing energy right now, so I am guiding you through this process to help you reconnect with your inner energy and find a sense of grounding and wholeness. If you’d like to schedule a personalized crystal healing session, please contact me at [email protected] The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Welcome to the Spooky edition of the Anxious Adventurer podcast. For the month of October I’m talking to you about spooky travel destinations. This week, we're headed on a spooktacular adventure to the mystical and paranormal happenings in and around Appalachia! Donate and support people in Appalachia recover and rebuild their lives after Hurricane Helene:  https://asphome.org/ https://unitedcajunnavy.org/ More folklore and spooky tales from Appalachia:  https://www.thecollector.com/appalachian-folk-stories-scary/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Welcome to the Spooky edition of the Anxious Adventurer podcast. For the month of October I’m talking to you about spooky travel destinations. In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorite ghost stories about Taos, New Mexico! Stay at Taos Inn and eat at Doc Martin’s Restaurant and Bar: https://taosinn.com/ Learn more about the Villain of Taos- Arthur Manby: https://www.taosnews.com/opinion/columns/the-villain-of-taos/article_f780ad74-1bd0-5b11-aba9-87ddeea00108.html Visit the Kit Carson House & Museum: https://www.kitcarsonhouse.org/ Learn about the Taos Historic Inn La Fonda de Taos: https://www.lafondataos.com/contact/hotel-history/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

October is one of my most favorite times of year. I love Halloween and anything paranormal. During this time, you can find me watching scary movies, Halloween Wars on the Food Network, and those cheesy but oh-so-good haunting shows. That’s why when I visit a place that’s known for all these spooky things- I love to learn all about it and soak it all up. And today, I’m taking you along with me. Welcome to the Spooky edition of the Anxious Adventurer podcast. For the month of October I’m talking to you about spooky travel destinations. In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorite ghost stories about New Orleans, Louisiana! Learn more about Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop: https://ghostcitytours.com/new-orleans/haunted-places/lafittes-blacksmith-shop/ Learn More about Pirates Alley: https://ghostcitytours.com/new-orleans/haunted-places/pirates-alley/ Book a Ghost Tour in New Orleans: https://ghostcitytours.com/new-orleans/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I’ve found that these five tools help regulate my nervous system and put me into a state where I can do the deep work that I’m being called to do. I want you to know, you don’t have to go through this healing journey alone. I’m here with you, walking right beside you. I hope these tools make your healing journey a bit easier. If you’d like to learn more about any of the tools I brought up in this episode, please check them out here: Where to shop and get ethical crystals: https://www.exquisitecrystals.com/ Japanese Forest Bathing: https://www.japan.travel/en/guide/forest-bathing/ Blue Space: https://www.scripps.org/news_items/7657-the-surprising-health-benefits-of-blue-spaces Water and Negative Ions:  https://www.therapyhealthstudio.com/blog/how-waters-negative-ions-increase-your-positive-vibes/ Mariposa Skies Oracle Card Deck Recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/BS1CJLQVV1AV?ref_=wl_share Connect with your intuition, a guided meditation: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/unlock-ignite-your-intuition The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Healing is like a torrential downpour before you get to see that beautiful rainbow. But what many don’t tell you is that when the rain comes, it pours, then lets you dry up for a bit, and then another torrential downpour begins, and it’s time for more healing. This healing journey comes in waves and just before you feel like you’re going to drown in the sea, you learn how to weather that storm. The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Today is our last step in our journey to reconnection. If you missed the last episodes in this journey to reconnection, here’s a recap. In Step one: I helped you reconnect with your intuition. In Step two: We reconnected with nature. In Step 2.5: I gave you a grounding meditation to help you reconnect your energy to the earth... And this last part of the journey we’re going to take is going to help you reconnect with your mind and body.  My Favorite Tapping Video to help clear your mind: https://youtu.be/-mpCRBrxyoU?si=uiGVK8KbNyKfrlTZ Tapping Practitioners Info:  Brad Yates: https://www.tapwithbrad.com/ Melanie Moore: https://www.melaniemoore.co.uk/ Jacqui Crooks: https://www.jacquicrooks.com/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Lots of people talk about grounding, but what does it even mean? Grounding, in the simplest description, is connecting your energy to the earth’s energy.  In today's episode, before we move on to the final step in the Journey to Reconnection, I am happy to share insights about grounding as well as a meditation you can try right now (and then you can download it for later!). Download the Grounding Meditation here: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/grounding-meditation The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I’ve realized over the last several years that when certain things from nature keep showing up in my life, it’s nature telling me to pay attention. In this episode, I'm exploring step two in the journey to reconnection: connect with nature. There's often a lesson to be learned here. Links/References: Connect with Sonia Choquette: https://soniachoquette.net/ If you want to learn how to connect more with nature and plants, Asia Suler has great course all about this called, Intuitive Plants Medicine: https://asiasuler.com/classes/online-learning/intuitive-plant-medicine/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I struggled for years not knowing how to connect with my intuition. People would tell me to tap into my intuition but I had no idea how to do that- let alone know what they even meant when they said that. This week I was guided once again to bring you the meditation I channeled earlier this year so that it may help you unlock and ignite your intuition. Journey through the Chakras Workshop: https://www.mariposaskies.com/journey-through-the-chakras-workshop/ Download the meditation: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/unlock-ignite-your-intuition The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Sacred places are all over the world. Some are man-made while others are natural and from Mother Earth but all of them have this one thing in common. They all possess an energy that can’t quite be explained. In today's episode, I’d like to invite you to travel with me today to one of these sacred places: Stonehenge. Journey Through the Chakras I am starting a new 7-week workshop called Journey Through the Chakras where we’ll dive deep into each of the seven main chakra energy centers. You can join me for all seven or intuitively pick which one you’d like to know more about. To learn more, follow me on my IG @mariposaskies. I’m planning on starting the second week of July where we’ll learn about the root chakra first. Extra Links/References: Merlin and the Making of Stonehenge: https://blog.stonehenge-stone-circle.co.uk/2019/06/08/merlin-and-the-making-of-stonehenge/ Learn how you can visit Stonehenge: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/stonehenge/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I’m switching things up a bit in this new season of the podcast. We’re in a time and place right now that feels like things are constantly changing and pivoting and I want this podcast to be a bit more reflective of these shifts. So grab your passports, a favorite crystal or two and join me for the second season of the Anxious Adventurer podcast. It’s going to get a little wild and woo woo. And we’ll be going on some new adventures not only traveling to other countries but also into unknown territories. I’ve always felt that life is an adventure and we are meant to live it as such.

When you think of a caterpillar, what is the first thing you think of? I always think of transformation, because it came to this planet to live as a caterpillar for the first part of its life, and ultimately transforms into a beautiful butterfly. The caterpillar dares to change. So ask yourself, is it time for you to do the same? The Quantum Leap Strategy by Dr. Price Pritchett: https://www.pritchettyou2.com/product/the-quantum-leap-strategy The Shaman’s Guide to Power Animals by Lori Morrison: https://secure.lorimorrison.com/Power-Animal-Book https://whatismyspiritanimal.com/spirit-totem-power-animal-meanings/insects/caterpillar-symbolism-meaning/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

This season of my life (and business) is a massive pivot. There are so many new directions unfolding as we speak. This week on the podcast, I want to share with you a bit more insight into the journey I've been on over the past four years reconnecting with who I truly am. The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Does even the thought of traveling make you anxious? From booking flights to deciding to pack carry-on only or check your bag to going through airport security, not to mention long flights to getting to and from your hotel. And I haven’t even begun to mention getting out and exploring the city or town once you arrive at your destination.  If you’re like many anxious adventurers out there, you have a desire to travel but probably just gave up when I mentioned booking a flight! What if I told you though that there is a better way to handle this stress and anxiety, and it actually comes right from mama earth? Have I piqued your curiosity? I hope so! Join me today as we learn about a tool you can easily use and incorporate on your next travel adventure. Trust me, you’re gonna love it! Crystal Travel Bracelets: https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/crystal-bracelets-for-travel Sign up for the Free Crystal Group Healing Session: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/free-group-healing-session Various Articles and Information: https://www.graduate.umaryland.edu/gsa/gazette/February-2016/How-the-human-body-uses-electricity/ https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/lithium https://geologyscience.com/minerals/tourmaline https://www.gemrockauctions.com/learn/a-z-of-gemstones/black-tourmaline https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/radiation/air_travel.html https://geologyscience.com/gemstone/carnelian/?amp Book of Stones by Robert Simmons & Naisha Ahsian The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

In today's episode, we're traveling to Okinawa, Japan. That's because this community has really figured out how to address the concept of loneliness through building lifelong soul connections with each other. Psychology Today Article: Loneliness: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/loneliness#:~:text=Loneliness%20is%20the%20state%20of,a%20deep%20and%20pervasive%20loneliness. Harvard Magazine: The loneliness pandemic: https://www.harvardmagazine.com/2020/12/feature-the-loneliness-pandemic Learn more about the people of Okinawa: https://www.bluezones.com/2018/08/moai-this-tradition-is-why-okinawan-people-live-longer-better/ How is loneliness related to anxiety and depression: A population‐based network analysis in the early lockdown period: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9545877/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

“If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious you are living in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the present.” ― Lao Tzu In today's episode, I'm sharing a few anxiety tricks on how to handle those more subtle moments of anxiety that arise in your everyday life so you can better navigate the chaotic moments during your travels where anxiety can rear its head. These will be practical, super easy to use and you can practice them every day. Join me and learn how to tackle the unknown head-on. Unlock and Ignite Your Intuition Meditation: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/unlock-ignite-your-intuition Learn more about Plant and Flower Essences: https://www.bachremedies.com/en-ca/ Connect with Sonia Choquette: https://soniachoquette.net/ Connect with Echo Bodine: https://echobodine.com/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I want to do something entirely different for this week's episode and help you unlock & ignite your intuition. This mediation is the beginning, the first step, that will help you unlock your intuition to help you navigate your travels and your adventures better... and your everyday life as well! Learn to operate from a place of grace, flow and ease. Download the meditation: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/unlock-ignite-your-intuition The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

This week I'm joined by another guest, sharing some of her many stories and tips about her solo travels around the world. Tina is an entrepreneur and business coach based in the United States. She is the owner of Welljourn, an online store that sells fair trade home goods, art, jewelry, and other items curated from artisans around the world. Tina has been traveling internationally since she was young, with some of her favorite childhood memories taking place in her mother's home country of Germany. She is an avid solo female traveler who has backpacked through many countries in South America. Tina draws inspiration from the cultures and places she visits to curate unique products for her shop that help customers feel connected to their travel memories. Tina is sharing some of her memories, experiences, and tips from some of her travels around the world, such as: - Spending summers in Germany as a child visiting her grandparents in a small village and taking day trips to places like Austria, Switzerland, and France - Backpacking solo through South America for 5 months, including volunteering in a remote village in the highlands of Peru - Recently traveling to the Dominican Republic and enjoying the beautiful beaches and friendly people there. She recommends it as a travel destination Want to be my next guest and tell me and the listeners about your travel adventures? Shoot me an email - [email protected] and let me know that you’re interested. I’d love to have you join me here on The Anxious Adventurer podcast. For 20% Off your entire order at Welljourn and Mariposa Skies, use code: MARIPOSA20 Shop at Welljourn: https://welljourn.com/ Welljourn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/welljournshop/ Welljourn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/welljournshop The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Synchronicity is a word coined by Swiss Psychologist Carl Jung to describe seemingly coincidental, yet meaningful events in the external world that do not have an obvious cause. I know I’ve been mentioning this word quite a bit in the last couple episodes. Because I believe, many of the experiences or events that occur during my travels are in fact connected- providing me with direction and guidance.  And my first real experience with synchronicity happened during the week of Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. Wanna hear all about how my Carnaval experience started off as a solo endeavor yet turned into something truly amazing?  That’s what I’m talking about in today’s episode. The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

In last week's episode, I shared the story of my first night out in Rio and how it was really the beginning of having the courage to trust my intuition and what my gut was saying about Brazil. ...But, I'm not sure I got across what was really going on in my head at the time, so today, I want to paint you a more detailed picture. Self-doubt and anxiety when traveling can be crippling. Listening to your intuition and trusting your gut during your travels can lead to even more synchronistic, amazing, and healing experiences beyond your wildest imagination. Tune in to today's episode to hear all about the big lesson I learned about trusting my intuition during that trip to Brazil. Special Links mentioned in this Episode: Use Code: Celebrate10 and get $10 Off your next order in the Mariposa Skies shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/ Connect with Helio and learn to dance Samba or Forró in Rio de Janeiro: https://www.riosambadancer.com/ Visit the Rio Scenarium in Lapa: https://www.rioscenarium.com.br/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I want to take you on a little adventure down south today, South America that is- to a city that’s bursting with life, color and movement. This one trip really defined an important moment in my life when I left behind the person I was and stepped into the person I wanted to be. And of course, I’ll be sprinkling in some good old lessons I learned as well as sharing some downright amazing synchronicities that happened along the way. So join me as we set off on our next adventure. Dust off your passports- I know it’s been a while- and pack those bags because we are going to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

This is part two from the previous episode. If you missed it, make sure you go back and listen to that one, too. This is a time of year for reflection and setting intentions. Today, I'm sharing some insight into what it's been like finding my purpose and vision again. I know I have a purpose to do big things in this life, and my sights are set high this year. Cheers to 2024! Connect with Echo Bodine: https://echobodine.com/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Before I kick off the new year, every December during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day, I do a little ritual of looking over the past year and setting my intentions for the new year ahead. This year I had some big ah-ha moments that I want to share with you in these first two episodes of 2024. Connect with Regan Hillyer: https://reganhillyer.com/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

If you have ever missed a connection, been delayed due to weather, or had a long layover; then you know all too well what it is like to have to stay in an airport for an extended period of time. But what do you do when you have to spend the night in the airport? In today's episode, I'm sharing my own personal survival guide to being stuck at the airport overnight. The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Christmas traditions in different parts of the world are very unique and special. I love learning how Christmas is celebrated in countries around the world and I thought you might too! So in today’s episode, we are taking a little bit of a different trip around the world. One that requires a slightly different mode of transportation and a little magical thinking. Referenced in this Episode: Fun website to explore Christmas around the world with your family or children: https://www.whychristmas.com/cultures/ Santa and his many names: https://preply.com/en/blog/santa-around-the-world-map/ Christmas Letter: “Mom, is Santa Real?” https://herviewfromhome.com/mom-tells-son-the-true-meaning-of-santa-this-is-what-we-should-all-share/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

It’s officially the Christmas season in my home. I love this time of year! It always fills me up with so much hope and happiness.  Have you ever gone to a Christmas Market in your city or maybe one while you were traveling? This is one of the things that’s on my bucket list to do before I die. My dream is to travel around during the month of December and visit various Christmas Markets all over the world. Tis the season- I figured why not do an episode on some of the famous and maybe not so famous Christmas Markets around the world. And hey- some of these may even be in your neck of the woods! Learn more about the markets mentioned in this episode: Strasbourg, France Christkindelsmärik: https://noel.strasbourg.eu/en/ Nuremberg, Germany Christkindlesmarkt: https://www.christkindlesmarkt.de/en/ Vienna, Austria Advent Christmas market: https://www.christkindlmarkt.at/ Cusco, Peru Santurantikuy Christmas Market: https://cuscoperu.com/en/festivities-events/november-december/santurantikuy-cusco/ European-style Christmas Markets in the U.S.: https://www.travelandleisure.com/holiday-travel/christmas-travel/european-style-christmas-markets-in-united-states The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I am super excited to share this episode with you because today you get to hear from my very first guest here on the podcast and be swept off into the world of travel. She is an amazing woman, entrepreneur, an English teacher in Saudi Arabia and avid traveler- who has been traveling the world since she was 4 years old. Deborah Scalone founded BeautyZana, a hair and skincare company specializing in Moroccan beauty. In addition to sharing a little bit of insight into how she started her company, Deborah shares her early travel memories, the moment she really fell in love with travel, a memorable travel experience to Morocco, and some of her favorite travel tips. Want to be my next guest and tell me and the listeners about your travel adventures? Shoot me an email - [email protected] and let me know that you’re interested. I’d love to have you join me here on The Anxious Adventurer podcast. Connect with BeautyZana: BeautyZana Shop: https://beautyzana.com/ BeautyZana IG: https://www.instagram.com/beautyzanamorocco/ BeautyZana FB: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyZana BeautyZana Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/BeautyZana/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

If you didn’t know, today marks the first day of Dia de Los Muertos- November 1st. I wanted to do a special episode on this particular holiday because it is such a beautiful way to connect and honor loved ones who are no longer with us. I would like to invite you to join me today as we learn about the history and origins of Dia de Los Muertos - Day of the Dead and travel to a town that welcomes in the souls of their loved ones along with a special visit from a fluttering winged friend. Learn more about Michoacan culture and heritage: https://www.mexconnect.com/articles/201-introduction-to-michoacan-the-soul-of-mexico/ DAY OF DEAD - Monarch Butterfly Arriving for the Day Of The Dead in Michoacán: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=641423083057838 Other Articles to peruse:  https://www.hechoonline.org/blog/the-connection-between-the-monarch-butterfly-and-da-de-los-muertos https://dayofthedead.holiday/history/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

October is one of my most favorite times of year. I love Halloween and anything paranormal. That’s why when I visit a place that’s known for all these spooky things- I love to learn all about it and soak it all up. And today, I’m taking you along with me. Welcome to the Spooky edition of the Anxious Adventurer podcast. For the month of October, I’m talking to you about spooky travel destinations. In this episode, I'm sharing some spooky, witchy history about Salem, Massachusetts! Learn more about Salem’s Most Haunted places: https://ghostcitytours.com/salem/haunted-places/ Book a Ghost Tour in Salem: https://ghostcitytours.com/ghost-tours/salem-ghost-tours/ Learn More about Halloween:  https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/holidays-celebrations/a40178895/history-of-halloween/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

October is one of my most favorite times of year. I love Halloween and anything paranormal. During this time, you can find me watching scary movies, Halloween Wars on the Food Network, and those cheesy but oh-so-good haunting shows. That’s why when I visit a place that’s known for all these spooky things- I love to learn all about it and soak it all up. And today, I’m taking you along with me. Welcome to the Spooky edition of the Anxious Adventurer podcast. For the month of October I’m talking to you about spooky travel destinations. In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorite ghost stories about New Orleans, Louisiana! Learn more about Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop: https://ghostcitytours.com/new-orleans/haunted-places/lafittes-blacksmith-shop/ Learn More about Pirates Alley: https://ghostcitytours.com/new-orleans/haunted-places/pirates-alley/ Book a Ghost Tour in New Orleans: https://ghostcitytours.com/new-orleans/ The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

“Your perspective will either become your prison or your passport.” ~Steven Furtick Being an anxious adventurer is not a bad thing. I like to think of it more like my superpower. I know that may sound crazy to you but as I do this podcast- I’m finding more and more research on how having some anxiety - especially when faced in a stressful situation - isn't necessarily a bad thing and can actually be helpful. In today's episode, I’m sharing insights into how being an anxious adventurer can benefit you in your pursuit of traveling. You can make a tax-deductible donation by clicking this link here:  https://donorbox.org/istandforgirls/fundraiser/katy-schlegel Balinese Friendship Bracelets:  https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/balinese-friendship-bracelet Article links from my research: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/19/well/mind/anxiety-benefits.html https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/7-creative-ways-to-turn-anxiety-into-productivity-0406167 The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." -Nelson Mandela The education of 1 girl will impact 100 people in her lifetime. That means that every girl who is educated creates a better future not only for herself, but for her immediate family, her neighbors, and her own children. This week, I'm excited to introduce you to one of my favorite non-profits based in Mozambique: Kurandza. Learn more about Kurandza + the #IStandForGirls Campaign here: https://www.kurandza.org/istandforgirls You can make a tax-deductible donation to Kurandza here: https://donorbox.org/istandforgirls/fundraiser/katy-schlegel Support the cause + get a Balinese Friendship Bracelet: https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/balinese-friendship-bracelet The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Intuition: an ability to understand or know something immediately based on your feelings rather than facts. Have you ever had those moments in your travels when you just know things- where you feel guided for whatever reason to go to a certain place at this particular time and then something, someone or some guidance you’ve been looking for or needing is there waiting? Developing your intuition is a lifelong process. It doesn’t happen overnight and, to be completely honest with you, it can be a road filled with lots of questions and doubts. But at some point in your life, you will start to connect the dots and see how your intuition has been guiding you all along. In today’s episode, I’m going to tell you the tale of my third buying trip to Buenos Aires, Argentina. Artisan Collections: Sofia of Lanaria: https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/artisan-sofia Daniela of Decimononica: https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/artisan-daniela Jeanne of Sesame & Orion: https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/artisan-jeanne Giselle Of Espontanea Baries: https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/artisan-giselle Connect with me and sign up for my weekly newsletter + get FREE SHIPPING on your first order: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/connect-with-mariposa-skies The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Traveling solo can definitely cause anxiety... but it's also an incredible opportunity to push yourself outside of your comfort zone and grow! In this episode, I'm sharing the top 10 highest-rated countries for traveling solo, and some of my own extra tips, too. Here's the Bounce Study I referenced in this episode: https://usebounce.com/blog/the-2023-solo-travel-index And some extra resources for solo travelers: https://www.thetravel.com/safest-countries-for-solo-travelers/ https://www.traveldailymedia.com/top-safest-countries-for-a-solo-travel-getaway-in-2023/ Connect with me and sign up for my weekly newsletter + get FREE SHIPPING on your first order: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/connect-with-mariposa-skies The Anxious Adventurer is produced and edited by: Podfox Media (https://www.podfoxmedia.com) Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

What is the one thing that brings you back, time and time again, to set off into the unknown? In this episode, I'm sharing about a trip I took with my mom to Japan when I was building the vision for Mariposa Skies. Fashion from Japan: https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/fashion-from-japan Connect with me and sign up for my weekly newsletter + get FREE SHIPPING on your first order: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/connect-with-mariposa-skies Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

In today’s mini-episode, I am addressing this thing called connection. If you’re an introvert or an empath or maybe both, like myself, it can be difficult to open yourself up to connection. Today, I'm offering some tips and insights on how we can overcome this difficulty and start creating true connections. I hope this episode gives you some ideas about how you can connect with people and places during your travels. Connect with me and sign up for my weekly newsletter + get FREE SHIPPING on your first order: https://shopmariposaskies.com/pages/connect-with-mariposa-skies Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

In this week's episode, I'm sharing some tips on how to shop the souks of Marrakech and a peek behind the curtain at what it was like when I went on my first buying trip for Mariposa Skies. Grab your passports and buckle your seatbelts, because we're headed to Morocco! Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

In today’s episode, I share the most important information you need to know about general information surrounding most local markets. These tips apply to almost any market around the world, whether it be local in your hometown or one you encounter while traveling this great planet. Each one of these tips will be useful to know before you go, while you're there, and of course, before you start making your purchases. World Market Collection:  https://shopmariposaskies.com/collections/world-market-finds Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

I don't want you to let the thought of things going wrong deter you from getting out there and experiencing the world. Even on many of my trips right here in the United States, things don't always go according to plan. And this week, I'm sharing the story of how that's just what happened during my recent 40th birthday celebration: a road trip to Idyllwild, California. Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

In this episode, I'm sharing about a big trip I took to South America to celebrate my 30th birthday. I wasn't just anxious because I was taking such an extended trip visiting multiple countries, but I was entering a new decade of my life without a plan for what was coming next. On this trip, I found a sense of healing, renewal, and absolute joy. Bastardilla's website:  http://www.bastardilla.org/ Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

Today, I'm sharing a story about a time that I learned about a Reciprocity Fee that I was totally unprepared for... at the moment it was due. Do you know what it feels like to be in another country, traveling across a border, and realizing that there are travel regulations and entry requirements that you didn't know anything about? Well, I've been there, and today's episode is the story of what happened. Legend of the falls:  https://www.journeylatinamerica.com/travel-inspiration/other/legend-behind-the-falls/  Iguazu Falls Travel Info:  https://iguazufalls.com/national-park/ Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

There are so many stories I can't wait to share with you about people I've met in my travels. In today's episode, I'm sharing one story about someone I met on a trip to Colombia who changed the way I understood the culture of the country. The Physics of the Quest - Elizabeth Gilbert “If you are brave enough to leave behind everything familiar and comforting (which can be anything from your house to your bitter old resentments)  and set out on a truth-seeking journey (either externally or internally), and if you are truly willing to regard everything that happens to you on that journey as a clue,  and if you accept everyone you meet along the way as a teacher,  and if you are prepared - most of all - to face (and forgive) some very difficult realities about yourself…then truth will not be withheld from you.” Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/

This week, I'm excited to share some of my top tips to ease travel anxiety, some What to Wear suggestions, and our first Travel Story submitted by listener Linda G. Send your Travel Stories: [email protected] Connect with Me & Mariposa Skies: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariposaskies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariposaskies Shop: https://shopmariposaskies.com/