A Traveler's Mindset: Bringing Home Joy

Join Dr. Shafer and Special Guest Kat Medina, travel expert and author of The Joys of Jet Lag for an engaging discussion about bringing the joys of travel home. Dr Shafer and Kat explore the concept of a traveler's mindset, emphasizing the importance of embracing challenges and finding joy in unexpected travel hiccups and applying these skills to everyday life. Kat shares her experiences of traveling to over 40 countries and how these adventures have shaped her life perspective, and how she leaned into bringing her kids along on her adventures as life changed. They discuss actionable strategies for cultivating a mindset that allows individuals to appreciate the present moment, even amidst difficulties. 

Takeaways:

• Applying a traveler's mindset can help bridge the gap between who we are at home and who we are on vacation.
• Embracing challenges during travel can lead to memorable experiences.
• Participating in the moment can enhance our experiences, whether at home or abroad.
• Life's challenges often lead to deeper connections and understanding.
• Expecting the unexpected can help us navigate life's unpredictability.
• Mindset is crucial in how we perceive and respond to challenges.
• Traveling with family offers new perspectives and opportunities for connection.
• Finding joy in mundane tasks can transform our daily experiences.
• Being open-hearted can lead to meaningful interactions during travel. 

Thank you to our Special Guest Kat Medina for being on the show! 

Connect with Kat Medina on her website here:

https://www.katmedina.com/

Connect with Kat Medina on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynmedina/

and Instagram:

@katmedinawriter

Get Your Copy of Kat Medina's Book, The Joys of Jet Lag:

At Bookshop.org and Amazon

https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-joys-of-jet-lag-how-to-use-a-traveler-s-mindset-to-not-be-an-a-hole-in-daily-life/18843055?ean=9798986876306

Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment.

Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠

To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer

This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice.

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