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This week on the podcast, we're tackling a question that plagues so many of us: why is it so darn hard to unwind on vacation?  We all dream of those beachside naps and stress-free adventures, but for some of us, that reality feels frustratingly out of reach.

As a therapist, I see this all the time.  We get caught in this cycle of "go, go, go" that even a tropical paradise can't break.  But guess what? There's a way out!  In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the science behind our struggle to disconnect and offering practical tools to finally achieve that vacation zen. ‍♀️

In this episode:

• Why we find it so hard to let go of work and stress?
• Understanding the sneaky "stress addiction" that keeps us hooked on that dopamine rush. ⚡
• Simple yet powerful strategies to truly relax your mind and body.
• How "brain dumps" and scheduled relaxation can combat the urge to be constantly productive.
• Creating a "vacation achievement list" will trick your brain into feeling satisfied without sacrificing downtime.
• The "anchoring exercise" - is a mindfulness technique to bring yourself back to the present moment and savor your vacation experience.

Resources: 

⁠⁠Juggling All the Things Workbook⁠⁠

⁠Rebuild Program⁠⁠

Relationship Game Plan Call

Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples

Couples Goal Setting Workbook

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