{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66e4758ec09a244b8c149fcd/66f5536d560950b77aba2575?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Joy of Starting Again","description":"<p>In this episode, I explore the joy of returning to a hobby, routine, or practice that once brought you happiness. This autumn, I found myself picking up something I had set aside for a while. Instead of feeling frustrated or ashamed for letting it slip, I chose to embrace the joy of starting again—and it’s been a rewarding experience. I’ll share my personal story of restarting this routine and how leaning into the process with kindness has brought me a deep sense of pride. I invite you to reflect: is there something in your life that once brought you joy that you could begin again?</p><p><br></p><p><strong>If you’re visiting Dubrovnik - here are my recommendations </strong><a href=\"https://journeythrougheurope.com/dubrovnik-recommendations/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://journeythrougheurope.com/dubrovnik-recommendations/</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sign up for my bi-weekly “Postcards from Mel” newsletter</strong> for more personal stories, travel inspiration, and updates: <a href=\"https://journey-through-europe.ck.page/fcd46eee53\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://journey-through-europe.ck.page/fcd46eee53</a>&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Melissa Rujeko"}