In this solo episode, I talk about what it really means to feel “stuck” — and why it’s often not about being trapped, but about being undecided.

I’m currently in Australia, living a life I once dreamed of, and yet finding myself feeling lonely, foggy, stressed, and unsure of my next move. I share how gratitude and discomfort can exist at the same time, how indecision creates the illusion of being stuck, and what happens when we avoid consciously choosing to stay or leave.

We explore self-trust, intuition, alignment between thoughts, words, and actions, and how making decisions that don’t feel true to yourself can affect everything — including your sense of freedom and financial flow. I also share my personal journey through solo travel, heartbreak, growth, and learning to listen to myself again.

This episode is for anyone standing at a crossroads, afraid of choosing wrong, or feeling called toward something more but unsure how to move forward.

In this episode, I sit down with my aunt, Sarah, to talk openly about growing up Mormon, what it was like to question and eventually leave the church, and how those beliefs still show up in our lives today — even years later.

We explore family dynamics, identity, fear, freedom, guilt, community, and what it really means to rebuild your sense of self after leaving a high-control religion. This is an honest conversation about faith, autonomy, and self-discovery.

Whether you grew up Mormon, left a religion, or are still untangling inherited beliefs, this episode is for anyone who wants to learn more.

In this episode of Wandering Wild, Ashley sits down with traveler and podcaster Matt Mitzel, who has visited 65 countries and counting while living a full-time nomadic lifestyle with his partner.

Matt shares his journey from teaching English abroad in Spain, South Korea, and Turkey to spending the last two years traveling to one country per month, house-sitting around the world, and building a life rooted in curiosity, connection, and adventure.

We dive into:
• What it’s really like visiting 65+ countries as a long-term traveler
• The realities of digital nomad life and finding routine on the road
• How house sitting abroad has helped him travel affordably in 16 countries
• Culture shocks, challenges, and the mindset shifts travel creates
• What teaching English overseas is actually like
• The difference between slow travel, backpacking, and living abroad
• How world travel shifts your identity, worldview, and sense of home
• His most surprising destinations and the countries he loves most
• Why some people are simply wired for adventure

This episode is full of insight, vulnerability, and inspiration — perfect for anyone dreaming of long-term travel, becoming a digital nomad, or exploring more of the world.

Find Matt on social media:

Personal - https://www.instagram.com/mattmitzel?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Travel - https://www.instagram.com/makin_moves_with_matt_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/makinmovespod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Travel Agency: https://www.instagram.com/trustedtravelers?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Matt & Perlie - https://www.instagram.com/mattandperlie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Keywords: travel podcast, world traveler, 65 countries, digital nomad life, teaching English abroad, solo travel stories, house sitting, backpacking, slow travel, global citizen, culture shock, expat life, long-term travel.