When Bravery Means Walking Away

In today’s episode, we’re coming to you from Dallas, where we’re recording together and sharing a funny (and slightly nerve-wracking) story about a recent travel adventure that had us feeling… well, let’s just say we weren’t exactly brave! 

Join us as we look back on our wild experience with an Airbnb that didn’t exactly meet expectations—from a neighborhood that gave us a bit of pause to strange “decor” in the kitchen cabinets and a rooster serenading us outside. If there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that even as seasoned travelers and entrepreneurs, sometimes things go sideways—and that’s totally okay!

What You’ll Hear:

• The Background: Melissa’s husband surprised her with a trip to see Pink in Austin for her birthday, and Julie invited her to head to Dallas afterward for a live podcast event we were excited to attend. So we hit the road together, ready for some fun and inspiration.
• The Airbnb Adventure: We’ll walk you through the red flags that started popping up as soon as we arrived—from the surroundings that felt a little too “interesting” to some suspicious items in the cabinets. Let’s just say the situation got sketchy real fast.
• What We Did Next: We had to make a tough call—should we stay or go? After weighing our options, we decided it was best to find somewhere else. Thankfully, Airbnb’s customer service was amazing and stepped in to help us with the transition.
• What We Learned: We always talk about being brave, but this was a reminder that bravery can look different depending on the situation. Sometimes, it’s braver to make a safe choice rather than stick it out in an uncomfortable environment.

This episode is a little reminder that bravery doesn’t always mean toughing it out when things feel off. Sometimes, it’s about making the decision that feels best for you—even if it means switching plans!

Takeaways:

1. Trust Your Instincts: If something doesn’t feel right, don’t ignore it.
2. Good Customer Service Can Make All the Difference: Airbnb’s team stepped up, and we were grateful!
3. Laugh It Off: Finding humor can really help, especially in stressful moments.

We hope you enjoy this lighthearted, “real talk” episode. It’s a little glimpse behind the scenes for us, and a reminder that being true to yourself means recognizing when it’s okay to walk away.

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