If you are just starting to think about taking your first solo adventure, it is normal to feel completely intimidated and overwhelmed about where to begin. In today’s episode, author Jodie Hopkins joins us to share how you can conquer those fears and insecurities and say “YES” to the ultimate adventure...solo travel. Jodie is a travel enthusiast and the author of the book Journey for One. Imagine yourself conquering your fears and becoming a confident and empowered traveler, ready to take on the journeys and discoveries you’ve only dreamed of until now. Filled with Jodie’s trademark humor, stories, and tips, Journey for One will lead you to step by step down the road to success. Journey for One will be like having a kick in the pants from a friend, the encouragement of a coach, and the comforting words of a loving grandmother.  Download a free kindle version of Journey for One here. Available June 21 - June 25. Jodie's Instagram Love the Solo Travel Woman podcast? Give us a rating and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more amazing solo travelers. ==About Sara== Sara Ann Straw, CMP is a travel design and destination event expert with over 13 years of experience in travel and destination events. With a passion for solo travel, Sara founded the Solo Travel Woman Society to bring together other women with similar interests and passions to form a community, share knowledge and empower one another. Sara is the owner of STW Planning, LLC, author of The Ultimate Solo Travel Woman Guide, and host of The Solo Travel Woman Podcast. Join our email list and receive free solo travel tips: https://mailchi.mp/c5fbeffec188/podlist Find female travel companions through Tourlina, a trusted and verified network of solo travel women. Use code Sara50 for 50% off a 1-year subscription. ★ Shop at the STW Boutique ★ Join the FREE Solo Travel Woman Society ★ Join a Solo Travel Woman Getaway ★ Take the Beginner's Guide to Solo Travel Course ★ Become a Travel Designer ★ Follow us on: - Instagram  - Society Instagram  - Facebook  - TikTok  Intro and outro music credit: Sand Patterns by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://cr --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/solotravelwomanpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/solotravelwomanpodcast/support