Episode 5

Struggling with Travel Anxiety? Practical Tips for Confident and Stress-Free Adventures

Published on: 15th January, 2025

Today, I’m sharing practical strategies for overcoming travel anxiety, including confidence-boosting tips and personal stories to help you manage those travel jitters and fully enjoy your adventures. Whether you’re heading out for your first trip or you’re a seasoned traveler, these insights will help you navigate unfamiliar situations with more ease. I also tell a funny story about how stepping away from frustration during a chaotic airport delay helped me stay calm. Plus, you’ll hear all about my upcoming Cultivating Confidence Wellness Retreat in Bacalar, Mexico, and a special course I created to help you plan your next trip with confidence!

Key Topics Discussed:

  • Why travel anxiety happens and how it’s your brain’s way of keeping you safe.
  • 5 Confidence-building strategies
  • Personal story: Grace’s experience with a stressful airport delay in Spain and how a brief interaction and stepping away helped her reset.
  • Upcoming Cultivating Confidence Wellness Retreat in Bacalar, Mexico (May 8-12, 2025).
  • Details on Grace’s new travel planning course to help anxious travelers feel more confident.

Key Quotes:

  • "Travel anxiety isn’t a sign that you shouldn’t be traveling—it’s just your brain’s way of trying to protect you."
  • "Confidence isn’t about not feeling afraid; it’s about taking action despite the fear."
  • "When anxiety feels overwhelming, remember—you can still have an amazing trip even if you experience moments of stress."

Takeaways:

  • Travel anxiety is normal but manageable with the right mindset and tools.
  • Small actions, like mentally rehearsing your travel day or having a solid safety plan, can significantly ease anxiety.
  • Give yourself grace during stressful moments and celebrate small wins along the way.

Resources Mentioned:

  • Cultivating Confidence Wellness Retreat: https://pages.amethystpalaverhut.com/products/journeytowellness
  • Grace’s Travel Planning Course (with a special discount) – https://www.udemy.com/course/overcome-the-fear-of-traveling/?couponCode=91206B790BBBDA28F973
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Random and Wonderful: Conversations about Travel Anxiety, Wellness, and Mindset Shifts
Travel Stories That Inspire Bold Living
Travel isn’t just about new places—it’s about personal growth, mindset shifts, and embracing the unknown. Hosted by Grace Simmons, a confidence coach and travel enthusiast, this podcast is your go-to guide for overcoming travel anxiety, building confidence, and discovering the wellness practices that make travel transformative.

Each episode blends inspiring travel stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you step out of your comfort zone and travel with confidence. Whether you’re a first-time traveler feeling hesitant or an experienced explorer seeking deeper self-discovery through adventure, you’ll find encouragement, motivation, and real-world advice here.

Expect engaging interviews with travelers, mindset and wellness experts, and personal stories about navigating fear, finding freedom, and embracing joy on the road. Grace’s down-to-earth approach makes travel feel accessible, empowering you to explore the world without self-doubt holding you back.

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Grace Simmons

Hi there friend,

I'm Grace Simmons! I teach women to travel with intention, from sacrificing their dreams to confidently creating a life that reflects joy, curiosity, and growth. My journey from a U.S. Army Veteran to a travel mindset coach and entrepreneur taught me resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to helping others unlock their full potential. I founded the Amethyst Palaver Hut LLC to empower individuals to discover new personal and professional horizons.

Listen to the Random & Wonderful Podcast, where I share travel stories, interview other travelers, and offer confidence-building tips.

You can find out more about me here (https://pages.amethystpalaverhut.com/profile).