✈️ Why do we suddenly feel the need to reorganize the spice cabinet, deep-clean the fridge, or rewrite our to-do list five times the week before a big life change?
Welcome to “pre-departure nesting mode”—that intense, often anxious energy surge we experience right before a trip, a move, a breakup, a new job, or any major transition. It feels urgent. Necessary. Even productive. But underneath the surface? It’s often driven by anxiety, fear, and the illusion of control.
In this deeply relatable and insight-packed episode, we unpack why ...
✈️ Why do we suddenly feel the need to reorganize the spice cabinet, deep-clean the fridge, or rewrite our to-do list five times the week before a big life change?
Welcome to “pre-departure nesting mode”—that intense, often anxious energy surge we experience right before a trip, a move, a breakup, a new job, or any major transition. It feels urgent. Necessary. Even productive. But underneath the surface? It’s often driven by anxiety, fear, and the illusion of control.
In this deeply relatable and insight-packed episode, we unpack why this emotional nesting hits so hard, what it really says about our nervous systems, and the Top 5 ways to calm the internal chaos without spiralling into urgency overload.
🎯 You’ll learn:
-
What “pre-departure nesting” actually is and why it’s so common (yes, even if you're not going far)
-
The hidden psychology behind “getting everything done” before a transition
-
How chasing control can sabotage your emotional readiness
-
5 powerful tools to shift from urgency to grounded presence
-
Why releasing perfection is the key to navigating change with resilience
Whether you're gearing up for a trip, a move, or a major life pivot, this episode will help you see your nesting patterns with new eyes—and offer practical ways to anchor yourself in calm, clarity, and intention.
💡 Hidden Gems: pre-departure anxiety, life transitions, overwhelm before travel, coping with change, letting go of control, resilience during transitions
🎧 Hit play now to reclaim your energy—and learn how to meet change not with panic, but with power.
EPISODE TAKEAWAYS:
Top 5 Ways to Deal with Urgency Overload & the Illusion of Control:
Whether you’re packing for a trip, preparing for a life shift, or just spiralling because your to-do list exploded overnight—here’s how to actually ground yourself:
1. Identify What’s Truly Time-Sensitive
Ask yourself: “What needs to be done before I go—and what can honestly wait?”
Not every task is urgent. But stress makes them all feel urgent. Sort the real from the imagined deadlines.
2. Don’t Confuse Control with Readiness
We clean, prep, and over-plan because we think it’ll help us “be ready.” But here’s the truth: readiness isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence. Control doesn’t guarantee peace—sometimes it just drains us before the fun even begins.
3. Set a “Done is Done” Deadline
Pick a time—12 hours before you leave, for example—when you stop the nesting. Anything undone by then? It’s staying undone. Give yourself a cut-off so your brain can switch gears and actually enjoy the anticipation.
4. Leave Grace, Not Just Order
Yes, clean the house. But also leave behind encouragement: a note to yourself, a positive reminder, a small comfort. When you return from your trip—or your transition—you’ll be grateful for more than just empty trash bins. You’ll want softness too.
5. Remember: It’s Not the End of the World—It’s Just a Pause
It might feel like a chapter’s closing. But it’s not the apocalypse. You’re not vanishing into the ether. You’re taking a break, going offline, saying yes to rest. The world will go on. You can too.
GROW WITH ME:
Follow me on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube!
JOIN MY EMAIL COMMUNITY FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT & OFFERS YOU WON'T GET ANYWHERE ELSE.
Don't forget to leave a comment & review to let me know what you thought of the show today! HERE'S TO YOUR EVOLUTION!
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered health or medical advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The views expressed in this podcast by guests may not be those of the host or the management.
