Solo travel isn’t just about seeing new places—it’s about meeting a stronger version of yourself.
In this episode, Rosemary Sims opens up about how traveling alone transformed her confidence and sense of independence during a pivotal career change. What began as a single trip turned into a deep trust in her own abilities—one that continues to shape her life long after the suitcase is unpacked.
We talk about the magic of Spain, the boldness of a flying dress shoot in Greece, and the powerful moment when you realize you can handle anything—anywhere. Rosemary also shares what it’s like to return home after solo travel with a renewed sense of self-sufficiency and clarity.
This conversation is about more than travel. It’s about becoming more self-sufficient, trusting your instincts, and realizing you’re capable of far more than you think.
Time Stamps
· 00:00 Meet Rosemary Sims
· 02:52 The first solo trip that changed everything
· 07:37 Spain and a sense of déjà vu
· 14:23 Greece: The iconic flying dress experience
· 16:43 Identity shifts while traveling abroad
· 20:27 Applying solo-travel confidence to real life
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Greece's Flying Dress Photo Shoot
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