Lost & Found with Karmen Wiid

Solo Travel vs. Group Trips: How to Know Which One’s for You — and How to Make the Most of Both

What do you need more right now — to remember who you are, or to remember you're not alone?
In this episode, we dive into the real differences between solo travel and group trips — not just the logistics, but the soul of the thing. From rooftop dance parties in Udaipur to quiet solo moments that changed me, I explore how each kind of journey offers its own kind of magic.
Whether you’re craving deeper self-trust, new friendships, a break from routine, or the courage to finally book that one-way ticket… this one’s for you.
Plus: I’m officially inviting you to join me from 6 - 16 December 2025 for something extraordinary — a group trip to Bali that blends marine life conservation, meaningful adventure. You’ll leave with a diving license, a community, and a story worth telling.
🎟️ Book your spot:→ Join as a certified diver→ Join as an unqualified diver (we’ll train you!)→ Still got questions? Join the group chat
📖 Curious about solo travel? You’ll get my new travel handbook Untethered: A Beginner’s Guide to Solo Travel completely free when you book the trip.
📸 Come hang out on Instagram: @karmenwiid📝 Read the latest blog posts: www.karmenwiid.com/blog
And if you loved this episode, share it with someone who needs to hear it.Because sometimes, the right journey starts with a voice in your ear saying:Go.

Rest Without Rot: How to Spend a Weekend That Actually Recharges You

We’ve forgotten how to rest and it’s costing us more than we think. In this episode, I dive into what it means to actually feel restored after the weekend, not just distracted, numbed, or hungover.
Let's redefine what intentional rest looks like (spoiler: it’s not just doing nothing), we talk nervous system repair, dopamine menus, and why scrolling isn’t a hobby.
This isn’t your typical productivity pep talk. It’s a reminder to treat your time off like a ceremony, not an afterthought.
Whether you’re burnt out, in need of a gentle reset, or just looking for ideas that actually make you feel alive again, this one’s for you.
💛 Share it with someone you’d plan a soft Sunday with.✨ Come say hi over on Instagram📝 Read more stories and follow my along for my travels on the blog 🌍 Bookings are now open for my Bali group trip! Join the WhatsApp Group Chat for all the info! 

The Truth About Closure And What You Actually Need To Move On

We think closure is a conversation. A final text. An apology. But more often than not, it’s silence—and confusion.
In this deeply personal episode, I talk about the kind of closure I never got, what I learned from it, and why waiting for someone to explain their confusion might be the thing keeping you stuck.
From messy endings to aisle-seat breakdowns to unexpectedly falling in love again—I take you through the real, raw, unfiltered journey of trying to heal when there’s no clean goodbye.
You’ll hear:• Why they probably left you confused on purpose• What you actually need instead of closure• The quiet rituals that rebuild your self-trust• How to stop rehashing a story that no longer serves you
This one’s for the person still waiting to understand. I hope it gives you what they couldn’t.

7 Things That Don't Belong in a Life You Love

You can’t build a life that feels truly your own if you’re carrying things that don’t belong to you.
In this episode — a part two to How to Build a Life That Feels Like Yours — I explore the emotional clutter we need to let go of: resentment, guilt-tripping, over-explaining, comparison, victimhood, fear of loneliness, and more.
This one’s about radical self-responsibility. About learning to be unapologetically yourself without becoming bitter, about making choices that fill you up so your love and energy can flow outward, not get drained away.
If you’ve ever found yourself people-pleasing, stuck in jealousy, or feeling like you owe the world an explanation for your dreams — this episode is for you.
Spoiler: being “selfish” might be the most generous thing you do.
Want to know more about my travels? Check out my blog or follow me on Instagram. 

Reimagining Your Twenties: How To Create A Life That Feels Like Your Own

What if the version of success you’re chasing isn’t actually yours? In this episode, I talk about throwing out the blueprint, redefining your values, and choosing a life that makes you feel lit up, not burned out.
I’ll walk you through:
Signs you’re living on autopilot
How to re-evaluate your values and beliefs
My own turning point that made me question what I really wanted from work and life
Why joy is not a luxury, it’s your compass
Let’s get a little lost, so we can find something better.
🌍 Check out the Bali group trip & join the group chat for all the details💻 Read more about my travels on my blog 
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Welcome: Solo Travel, Self-Growth, and Saying Yes Anyway

It’s 3AM in a tiny Airbnb in Rajasthan, India. I have a full travel day ahead, a 7AM meeting on the books—and yet here I am, recording the first episode of a podcast I’ve been dreaming about for months.
Welcome to Lost and Found, a space for anyone navigating the beautiful, confusing mess of their twenties. In this raw, unscripted debut, I talk about what led me here—from solo travel to heartbreak, creative restlessness to radical joy. There’s no niche, no filter—just a deep desire to connect and make sense of the chaos alongside you.
If you’ve ever felt untethered, on the verge, or like you're building a life from scratch—this one's for you.