Have you ever said, “That’s just not me”—then tried something new and surprised yourself? Discover how going on a retreat can open the door to self-discovery, personal growth and interests you never knew you had.

In this episode of Bucket List Retreats: The Podcast, I’m exploring why it’s not too late to become someone new. Stepping outside your routine can give you room to try solo travel, creative activities, new friendships or a little adventure—without needing to reinvent your entire life.

We talk about:
• Moving beyond familiar roles and old ideas about yourself.
• Trying something new, even when you’re a beginner.
• How retreat experiences can help you discover what you enjoy.
• Bringing new interests and habits home after a retreat.
• Enjoying a hobby without turning it into another job!

In Retreat News, we take a thoughtful look at BookRetreats.com’s State of Retreats 2026 Report, including interest in creative retreats and learning new skills. We also examine who was surveyed and what the findings can—and can’t—tell us.

In Retreat Reviews, we explore The Embodied Reset from 3B Movement in Provo, Utah, using The 5 B’s™ of Choosing a Retreat: Basics, Beauty, Benefits, Believability and Belonging. From Pilates and dance to creative workshops, we look at the experience advertised and the questions I’d ask before booking.

For retreat leaders and planners, there’s a useful question here too: what do your guests get to try, discover and bring home?

Plus, I share a little about returning to podcasting after nine years and how I felt after my own recent retreat.

A bucket list is about experiences that make us feel fully alive—not only places to visit.

What’s one thing you’ve been calling “not me” that you’re curious to try? Tell me in the comments!

EPISODE RESOURCES

State of Retreats 2026 Report:
https://bookretreats.com/blog/the-state-of-retreats-report/

The Embodied Reset — 3B Movement:
https://www.3bmovement.com/embodied-reset

Additional retreat details:
https://myembodiedreset.com/

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