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Embracing the Pause and the Adventure with Wesleyne Whittaker
Episode 161

Embracing the Pause and the Adventure with Wesleyne Whittaker

In this uplifting and soul-nourishing episode of SoundBits, Kim Groshek chats with Wesleyne Whittaker—speaker, coach, and unapologetic adventurer—about the power of pause, the beauty of solo travel, and the strength found in vulnerability. From stories of childhood resilience and homelessness to dreamy me-cations and walking barefoot in the sand, Wesleyne shares her love of the ocean, thrill-seeking spirit, and a deeply personal journey through life's ups and downs. This conversation is a celebration of finding joy, creating space for yourself, and chasing what makes your heart come alive.

SoundBits podcast · Kim Groshek, Wesleyne Whittaker

January 5, 20266m 55s

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Show Notes

Wesleyne shares a deeply personal story about experiencing homelessness as a teen with her mom and brother

Talks about being raised by a single mom and the strength that shaped her

The importance of taking solo “me-cations” to recharge and reconnect

Favorite activities: reading, water aerobics, beach walks, and thrill-seeking

Upcoming 40th birthday adventure to Costa Rica for ziplining

A reflection on the emotional power of water and movement

Kim and Wesleyne share beach memories, travel goals, and how they’ve learned to honor their own pace

A celebration of messy, adventurous, and joy-filled living

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Topics

thrill-seekerbarefoot beach walksmother-daughter bondmecationvulnerabilityhomelessness journeysolo travelwomen entrepreneurspracticing the pausetravel storiesziplining costa ricareading for joychildhood resiliencepersonal growthlife transitionsmotherhoodcosta rica adventureocean therapy