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Have you ever booked a trip on your own and wondered if you would get on the plane?

In this episode of Dani Dots Podcast, I share the story of my recent solo adventure through Thailand - from navigating airports, ferries, and unfamiliar places to the unexpected moments that challenged me, inspired me, and reminded me just how capable I am.

Join me as I reflect on the highs, laughs, lessons, and memories from an unforgettable journey through Thailand in this potentially three part series.

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This week’s episode is a raw life update I never expected to record. From having my tyres slashed outside my own home to dealing with fear, anxiety, police investigations, and the emotional fallout of feeling unsafe in a small town - it’s been a lot.

I open up about how deeply this situation rattled me before my Thailand trip, the incredible support from my family and community, and why this experience finally pushed me to make the decision to move back to Queenstown.

It’s chaotic, emotional, reflective, and somehow still funny in parts.

If you’ve ever had your sense of safety shaken or felt stuck between fear and excitement for a new chapter, this episode is for you.

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A week of chaos, cold mornings, and counting down to Thailand.

I’m one week out from my trip and still trying to balance work, 75 Medium, travel stress (hello insurance drama), and a social life - all while pretending I have everything under control.

This episode is a real-time life update, a little unfiltered, and very much “figuring it out as I go.”

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Therapy is officially in session this week after a two-week hiatus - and wow, do we have a lot to unpack. From a wholesome (and very indulgent) April filled with warbirds, V8 Supercars, friends, family, and way too many charcuterie boards… to a classic “curse of Cromwell” moment that made me laugh - this episode is a mix of chaos, reflection, and real talk.

I’m diving into small-town drama, knowing when to walk away from friendships that don’t feel safe, and the unexpected peace that comes with choosing yourself.

Plus, a little life update as I settle back into my routine and get closer to my upcoming solo adventure.

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29 days out from Thailand and things are getting… chaotic. From vaccine drama (for both me and my cat), to a wholesome weekend of family catch-ups, seven movies in two days, and an emotional spiral over My Old Ass - this episode is a little life dump.

We’re talking rugby wins, winter outfit appreciation, Airbnb enquiries that give immediate ick, and why sometimes staying in all weekend is exactly what you need. Plus, a full Bieber-at-Coachella breakdown because if you know, you know.

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We’re coming off an Easter weekend that delivered all the vibes - Warbirds Over Wānaka, Friday night gins, A rugby boy, and a very bold (and questionable) pick-up line. Somewhere in between the chaos, I’ve also found myself in a full-blown knickers crisis… because why is finding a good pair actually so hard??

On a more wholesome note, my mum called me at 9pm to say she’d watched Travel Guides… and just like that, she’s suddenly okay with me heading to Thailand solo. I watched it too, and had a bit of a moment realising I’m actually about to do something pretty big - by myself.

We’re also chatting small wins (like friends saving me when my car decided to act up), unexpected moments with family, meeting new people over the long weekend, and why April is already feeling like a bit of much needed chaos.

It’s chaotic, it’s honest, it’s a little emotional… and it’s very much a “life lately” catch-up.

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You know when you finally feel like you’ve got March down pat… and then one spontaneous Thursday night humbles you real quick? Yeah - this is that episode.

From a girls night that escalated into questionable decisions (and copious amounts of Fireball), to a Friday that came in hot with stress, meetings, and zero recovery time - we’re unpacking the chaos. There’s also a rogue attempt at being a good person (feat. a kitten and far too many sandfly bites), a surprisingly wholesome March reset, and some honest thoughts on consistency, balance, and why maybe we’re not actually meant to have it all perfectly together.

Plus - slow cooker ragu, accidental wine discoveries, social media spirals, and why I might be entering my “less put together, more fun” era.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re nailing life one minute and winging it the next… this one’s for you.

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This week on the Dani Dots Podcast, it’s a very real life update - the kind where everything is technically fine… but also slightly chaotic.

I’ve been feeling a bit flat and overwhelmed lately, and I wanted to talk honestly about that - because not every week is high energy or productive, and that’s okay.

There’s been a mix of everything: a long weekend of doing absolutely nothing (which turned out to be exactly what I needed), a random rooftop catch-up with friends that wasn’t even planned, and some classic adult life chaos - including a burst hot water cylinder.

I also get into why I left Vodafone all those years ago and how that decision ended up shaping the direction of my life more than I realised at the time.

And just to keep things interesting… my brother bought a boat and casually decided it’s going to me one day, so that’s a new development.

This episode is a mix of real talk, reflection, and finding the good in weeks that feel a little all over the place.

If you’ve been feeling a bit the same lately - this one’s for you.

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