Despite what James claims to see on the screen as this episode is getting taped, there’s no tequila in Pat’s apartment during her creative retreat in Spain (that’s right, we’re giving away the location).

Dobes has been a long time without a vacation, and this is exactly where she wants to be. Her time is her own for the first time in a quarter century. She’s making progress on a novel and on other creative projects, as well as doing client work.

…and yet, she’s finding it surprisingly challenging to navigate the huge break in routine. Her approach? Accept the disorientation!

If you’re on a retreat, or considering one, this segment could help.

[Music “Mi Gata Blanca” Courtesy of Jean-Paul V., Pixabay https://pixabay.com/music/pop-mi-gata-blanca-333231/]

Questions for Listeners:

* Do you go through periods of feeling disoriented about your life?

* If yes, what do you do?

* If you had the chance to do a self-directed creative retreat, where would you go?

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