What happens when a family vacation… doesn’t really feel like a vacation? In today’s episode, I’m talking about the unique chaos of traveling “home” — juggling family time, friends, kids, expectations… and the pressure to make it all perfect.

If you’ve ever felt guilty for not seeing everyone while you’re in town — this is your episode. We’re diving into people-pleasing, boundaries, and why visiting family can feel more like event planning than rest.

Plus, I’m sharing a Just Because Moment all about Thanksgiving traditions — including one involving a turkey, a checklist, and a very angry fire alarm 😂

We’ll talk about:

• Family trips that don’t feel like vacations
• The pressure to see everyone when you’re home
• People-pleasing and guilt while traveling
• Holiday traditions (and why the silly ones matter most)

Whether you’re packing a suitcase this week or just trying to survive Thanksgiving — I hope this episode makes you feel seen.

Let me know: Do YOU feel pressure to visit everyone when you go home? How do you balance it? Email me at thejustbecausediaries@gmail.com — I’d love to share your thoughts in a future episode!

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