The Freedom Formula: How I Finally Took a Guilt-Free Vacation (And You Can Too!)

Ever opened an email notification while on vacation and felt that familiar pang of guilt? In this episode, I'm sharing the exact system I used to take a real vacation (as I'm enjoying Baltimore with my family right now!), and how you can do the same without your community falling apart.

We'll explore why stepping away is not just possible but necessary, plus practical systems to keep things running smoothly in your absence. If the thought of not checking your community for days makes you break into a cold sweat, this episode is for you!

Timestamps

00:00 The Airport Epiphany

00:27 The Importance of Real Vacations

01:45 Introduction to Community Building

04:07 Preparing for Time Off

06:48 Practical Steps for a Smooth Vacation

10:07 Setting Boundaries and Disconnecting

12:49 Returning from Vacation

14:01 Final Thoughts and Challenge

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