In this episode, we sit down with Marilyn Murphy to explore how one spontaneous decision shaped her entire life. She shares how leaving Michigan for Southeast Asia led to eight months of solo travel and a complete shift in confidence and direction.

We dive into the mindset shift between hard and challenging, and why slow travel creates deeper experiences. Marilyn opens up about safety, intuition, missed flights, and a powerful return to Srinagar decades later.

She also explains why India remains her favorite destination and why young people should travel before life narrows their options. If you have ever dreamed about taking a leap, this conversation will move you to act.

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Chapters

00:00 Childhood Dreams of Flight and Travel

08:17 Eight Months Traveling Solo in Asia

14:19 Hard Versus Challenging Mindset Shift

21:18 Travel Mistakes and Missed Flights

25:21 Safety Tips for Solo Female Travelers

33:02 Slow Travel and Avoiding Burnout

42:54 Jumping Into the Antarctic Ocean

57:18 Reconnecting With Family in Kashmir

01:08:29 Why India Is Her Favorite Destination

01:11:01 Book, Website, and How to Connect