Janice was a featured guest speaker for the virtual Solo Female Traveler's festival that launched March 8 on International Women's Day in 2021 in Australia!
Now that we're inching closer to a post-COVID reality, are you dreaming of traveling again? Check out these 7 top recommended destinations for adventure! The Best International Outdoor Travel for Women
Need some help overcoming emotional barriers? Would you like some ideas for navigating fear? Then check out this podcast with Chris Gadzik and Craig Graves, "Through a Therapist's Eyes." Listen to the podcast here.
If you're thinking about travelling you need to be thinking about insurance. I spoke with author Christopher Elliott about the topic. Check out his thorough piece on what insurance is right for you. Why You Need Travel Insurance for Your Next Trip. May 2020
What do most Americans want for Valentine's Day? Not chocolate or flowers. Check out this article in MSN Lifestyle by @BrukDiana where she talked to me about what I like to give my honey on February 14. This is What Most People Want for Valentine's Day, According to a New Survey. January 2020
If you work (and who doesn't) chances are you've experienced workplace toxicity. Here are some ideas on what you can do about it. Leadership Communication Tips to Fight Workplace Toxicity. November 2019
Ever wonder why people talk behind your back? And more important, what to do about it? Check out this round-up from experts (including moi) on why it happens and what you can do it about it. Why do people talk behind your back? December 2019 UPJOURNEY has also featured me in their Random Acts of Kindness: The Ultimate List. for 2019.
Featured in the June 27, 2019 edition of US News & World Report. Six Successful Boomers Share Inspiring Retirement Quotes.
June 25, 2019: Talking with the brilliant Fred Coon about how the Teambuilding KIT can help multi-generational workforces be more productive and harmonious. Podcast; "The One Factor All Generations Share: Leveraging Common Ground in the Workplace."
June 21, 2019. Ever feel like you're being ignored? UpJourney, a self-improvement website, has published a great article on why you might be getting in your own way. Check it out. Nine experts (including moi), weigh in on ways you can change your behavior to make sure you're heard! Why do people ignore me?
June 7, 2019. Fupping has again created an awesome of list of must-read books, this time for women in their 50's. Once again they've included my book "Only Pack What You Can Carry." There are wonderful titles like "What Would Virginia Woolf do? (And other questions I ask myself as I attempt to age without apology.)" 13-must read books for women in their 50's.
April 5, 2019 Boove UK shortlisted "Only Pack What You Can Carry" as a must-read book for personal development. You can check out all their recommendations here. Personal Development Books to Help You Grow as a Person.
Are you a true-crime junkie? Know someone who is? Here's an excellent article by Jess Scherman explaining why we're obsessed with the dark side of the human mind. April 16, 2019 The Psychology Behind Society's True Crime Obsession.
Only Pack What You Can Carry was shortlisted as one of 18 Must-Read books to inspire
wanderlust. February 4, 2019. "18 Must-Read Books About Travel: Books to Inspire Wanderlust."
wanderlust. February 4, 2019. "18 Must-Read Books About Travel: Books to Inspire Wanderlust."
Looking for the perfect travel buddy? Here's some advice on how to find a travel mate when you don't want to go it alone. HERE'S WHERE TO FIND THE PERFECT TRAVEL BUDDY
In the July 9, 2018 issue of USA Today talking about being downsized in your 50's and ways to make that work for you. LOSING A JOB IN MIDLIFE: HOW TO PREPARE AND BOUNCE BACK WHEN DOWNSIZED NEAR RETIREMENT
June 2018 in The Ladders. There are times in everyone's career when it just makes sense to take a solo trip. Here are four scenarios worth thinking about. "4 SOLO TRIPS EVERY PROFESSIONAL SHOULD TAKE"
Looking for a smart, comfy, good-looking shoe for your next trip? Check out these picks from top travelers, including moi, in the May 2018 Orbitz blog. "THE BEST COMFY BUT STYLISH SHOES ACCORDING TO WORLD TRAVELERS"
In the April 2018 edition of Reader's Digest online, talking to Noelia Trujillo
about the "15 Things No One Tells You About Moving to a Small Town."
https://www.rd.com/advice/travel/things- no-one-tells-you-about-moving-small-town/
Featured in the October 2017 "Love Your Age" issue of Prevention magazine, interviewed with a dozen other Boomers about the upside of aging.
- In the August 2017 edition of Reader's Digest online, savvy travelers, including moi, weigh in on what to pack no matter where you're going or what you're doing. http://www.rd.com/advice/travel/perfect-packing-list-weekend-getaway
Looking for inspiration to hit the trail alone? Check out Ravishly's story about nine women who went solo, including moi. July 2017. http://www.ravishly.com/9-badass-babes-share-what-they-learned-solo-hiking-around-world
In May 2017 I was interviewed by BravoTV Jet Set about the scariest flight I ever took. I've never written or spoken about this before, but here it is in all its gory detail! http://bravo.ly/2qyLp0u
It's May, 2017, and as summertime approaches, and the crowds prepare to swarm, here's some more good advice from Lyn Metler about getting away from the maddening crowds. Thanks for quoting me, Lyn! http://www.foxnews.com/travel/2017/05/11/how-to-avoid-national-park-crowds-this-summer.html
Quoted in the April 28, 2017 edition of U.S.News & World Report, talking to Lyn Metler, the GoToTravelGal about the hidden gems of Bryce & Zion National Parks. http://travel.usnews.com/features/6-hidden-gems-in-utahs-national-parks/
Check out the March 2017 edition of Reader's Digest for tips on how to sleep on a plane. Experts weigh in, including moi! http://www.rd.com/advice/travel/how-to-sleep-on-a-plane/
In the February 14, 2017 edition of the Wall Street Journal, featured with some cool people on great ideas for spending Valentine's Day solo!
Featured in the February 2016 issue of MORE magazine on reinventing your life at 30, 40, 50 and 60
In the September 2015 issue of MORE magazine for their feature on resilience: "I Didn't Know I Had it In Me!"
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Featured in USA Today with several other lovely ladies busting myths about solo travel for women. If you want to go it alone, read this! http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/advice/2015/07/20/women-traveling-alone/30299859/
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On NPR Monday, April 27, 9 a.m., talking about mass murder committed by the mentally ill and other timely topics. I'll be joined by Stephen C. Strzelecki - Psy.D. Administrator/Lead Psychologist, Forensic Evaluations Unit, Criminal Justice Services for Mecklenburg County. Join us for a fascinating show! http://wfae.org/post/inside-mind-mass-murderer
Don't miss Janice on Sirius XM radio talking to the fabulous Kim Power Stilson about living a life of adventure and learning how to become brave! Dates: 3:40 p.m., EST, February 18, 2015 (listen now!). Join me on April 8 (listen), 17 (listen), May 20 and June 5 (listen) for tips and talk about living the life you want.
Featured in Woman's Day magazine: "A Spider Web Opened My Mind." http://www.womansday.com/life/real-women/g1408/important-life-lessons/?slide=2
Do you have an adventure story you'd like to share? One where you really had to overcome your nerves in order to proceed? In my new book I'll be showcasing adventures taken by regular folks like you and me who can't rely on superpowers for help. Interested? Send me a brief email and I'll get back to you with some questions.