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Laura Janela
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Your host, Laura Janela, has an extensive travel resume, she’s lived abroad, and brings intentional living everywhere she goes. She is a fiery millennial who is forever sharing her journey back to self-love, reflections from travels, and her inner workings around wellness rituals. Late Checkout is where she shares all of this along with her undying passion for self-discovery. This podcast community is a welcoming space where we can explore the world and our everyday lives with humor, share knowledge, feel seen and supported, and inspire each other to grow into our best selves.

  1. 5D AGO

    Ep. 31 - You're Not Stuck. You're On Autopilot. (And You Can Turn It Off.)

    "You can turn off cruise control at any given moment." Last week, Brian shared what it means to be in the driver's seat of your career — and this week, I'm taking that exact consciousness and expanding it into every other corner of your life. Because here's the truth: most of us are on autopilot in at least one area — and we don't even realize it. In this solo episode, I'm walking you through the awareness shift that changed everything for me in my 20s — when I realized I was responsible for the life I was building, that intuition is louder than logic when you slow down enough to hear it, and that every "ping" you keep brushing under the rug might actually be a divine nudge toward your bigness. We get into: → how to turn potential energy into kinetic energy (a.k.a. how to actually move on the thing you've been thinking about)→ why intuitive hits aren't fleeting thoughts — and what they actually are→ the SUV analogy that explains exactly what stepping into your bigness feels like→ why the people, places, and patterns falling away might be the proof you're growing→ how to recognize when your nervous system is begging you to "settle" instead of expand→ the manifestation tool I've been using since age 18 (and how my approach has evolved)→ the one practice I credit with cracking me open more than anything else (it's not what you'd think) This one's for the woman who feels the pull but hasn't taken the step yet. The one with the idea she keeps brushing aside. The one who knows there's more — and is finally ready to stop playing small. You are in the driver's seat. This is your sign to take the wheel. 🚗 🎧 listen wherever you get your podcasts. 💌 subscribe to the Late Checkout newsletter for weekly notes on intentional travel, wellness, and conscious living. — mentioned in this episode:→ episode 30 with Brian (homecoming + working abroad)→ to be magnetic (the manifestation work I swear by — not sponsored, just love it) use code LAURA6202 for 15% off. IG Handles: Late Checkout Laura Janela

    34 min

  2. APR 21

    Ep. 30 - Why We Left Zürich, How to Become an Expat, and Porto AirBnB

    Okay guys, welcome back to Late Checkout — and welcome back to Brian. 🇨🇭 If you caught the last episode (episode 5) he was on (spoiler: it aired the literal day we got the offer to move back to the States — the universe is WILD), this is officially Part 2. And honestly, we could talk about Switzerland for dayyyss, so Part 3 is already loading. In this one, we're pulling back the curtain on the decision that changed everything — why, after six years of building a whole life in Zürich, we said okay, it's time to come back. We're talking: – the real motives behind leaving (spoiler: one of them was me seeing this brand through)– how Brian willed this move into existence (a masterclass for anyone feeling stuck in corporate)– having our second baby in Switzerland and the 5-star hospital experience I still dream about (those omelettes, the Ayurvedic massage, the lake view — I'm not kidding)– the chaos of packing up a whole life while postpartum with a newborn and a toddler– buying our Airbnb in Porto (say hi to Casa Oliva 🇵🇹) and every plot twist along the way– the reverse culture shock of landing back in New Jersey with two kids, a dog, and a completely different version of us than the one that left in 2018– the one thing I miss the most about living in Europe (and how I'm soothing the wound) If you're someone sitting on a corporate job dreaming of an expat life, a parent mid-transition, or just someone who loves a behind-the-scenes relocation saga — this one is for you. Take it all with you, put it in your back pocket, and let it be your expander. Pour yourself something slow. Let's get into it. Tchau Tchau,xx Laura ⏱️ Chapters:00:00 – Part 2 setup (and why this aired the day everything changed)05:30 – The real reasons we left Switzerland14:00 – Having baby #2 in Zürich (and the hospital that served)22:00 – Brian on willing your career into existence34:00 – The bittersweet slow goodbye42:00 – Buying the Porto Airbnb (Casa Oliva)56:00 – Landing in NJ with two kids and a dog1:05:00 – What I miss most about Europe1:12:00 – Ciao ciao 🔗 Stay in my world:→ @laurajanela→ Newsletter + Travel Pocket Guides→ Book Casa Oliva in Porto

    1h 13m

  3. APR 8

    Ep. 29 - These 5 Places Changed Me Forever (Spiritual Experiences I Can’t Explain)

    In this episode, I’m sharing 5 places around the world that deeply moved me — not just beautiful destinations, but places where I had experiences that felt spiritual, grounding, and transformative in ways I didn’t expect. Travel has been more than just seeing new places for me. It has been healing, eye-opening, emotional, and at times completely life changing. In this episode, I talk about the destinations that left a lasting impact on me, what I experienced in each place, and why some places just feel different when you visit them. This episode is for anyone who feels like travel is more than vacations and photos — it’s connection, growth, healing, and sometimes even spiritual experiences. I’d love to know if you’ve ever traveled somewhere that changed you or moved you in a way you can’t fully explain. TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - Intro, How traveling has moved me from a deep place13:00 - what makes you go inward and go deep?14:49 - FIRST STOP: KENYA21:27 - SECOND STOP: BRAZIL27:30 - THIRD STOP: EGYPT33:00 - FOURTH STOP: IBIZA40:55 - LAST STOP: CAMBODIA Some links from the episode: Skyscanner - where I've explored flight deals for the last 10 yearsMemphis Tours - this is the exact tour we used in CairoBuild Your Own Retreat- Guided episode to building your own mini or major retreatFor my fully detailed Ibiza Retreat Itinerary DM me RETREAT on IG - @latecheckout._Other Travel Episodes You'd Like (Spotify): Four Ways Travel & Wellness are Symbiotic + Winter GetawaysWTH are We Still Doing in Switzerland? w. Brian Janela Not Your Average Summer Travel Recap Other Travel Episodes You'd Like (Apple): ⁠Four Ways Travel & Wellness are Symbiotic + Winter Getaways⁠⁠WTH are We Still Doing in Switzerland? w. Brian Janela⁠ ⁠Not Your Average Summer Travel Recap⁠ Want to learn more about Late Checkout? Join the email list for a monthly newsletter with more links, tips and insider updates.Follow us on InstagramWatch episodes in video format on YouTubeListen on SpotifyListen on Apple Podcasts

    46 min

  4. MAR 31

    Ep. 28 - Pouring Back Into Your Nervous System

    Guys - I took an Expansion Workshop last week with Sarah Baldwin, that completely opened my line of sight into my nervous system. I gained knowledge around how we can better nourish our nervous systems so it can help us step through and change old habits to fulfill our greatest purpose and wishes. I also experienced a big 'aha' moment drawing a big connection between nervous system regulation and my pour back into you method I recently introduced to my brand. Take a listen if you're interested in ways to build your toolbox to pour back into self and pour back into your nervous system.

    18 min

  5. MAR 19

    Ep. 27 - For the Ones Who Feel Called to Explore More—Inside and Out (Late Checkout Re-Intro)

    Bringing back the LIGHT! This is the perfect time to re-align and bring it back to the baseline energy of this podcast - Travel & Wellness. This episode is a re-introduction of the Late Checkout mission and to get us all excited for whats to come! If you're new here, this is the PERFECT episode for you and if you're an OG you'll enjoy getting back into the flow with me. Thankful for all of you who makeup this beautiful community!

    24 min

  6. JAN 13

    Ep. 26 - Patterns & Synchronicities

    Have you ever noticed themes going on in your life? Same situations or relationships showing up over and over again? have you ever slowed down to spend time with the why behind it and map together your own personal patterns? Spending time with my own personal patterns has helped me on a tremendous level: to understand my life, who I am, how I show up for myself, for my community and so on. And I love it! The more I know me, the more I can pour into me with the exact ingredients that I need to be my best self. We all have special patterns. And the universe has a wonderful way of showing us exactly what we need, exactly where our energy is flowing and what pieces of us need some extra love and care. Just look around, think back to this last week - what patterns do you see?

    28 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    Ep. 25 - Thrive This Sagittarius Season - Your 2025 Guide

    Inviting all astrology signs to come sit in and listen to this quick guide for Sagittarius season! This is my 2nd annual guide to this particularly active sign and season, and I really love sharing it. Completely revamped from last year, but similar tones - I am sharing what we can do to take a page out of the Sagittarius' book this time of year. This fun, adventure loving, goal-oriented and experience seeking sign has so much energy to give, so why. not take some and apply it to our own lives?! Listen in for my top 5 ways to expand your life this season.

    25 min

  8. 11/12/2025

    Ep. 24 - Anniversary Episode: A Call Back to BIG JOY

    Happy first year anniversary to Late Checkout!! (YAYYYY!) What an amazing year it has been - the pod's first loop around the sun and we're only just getting started. I've been working on my authentic code and two words kept coming to my mind: BIG JOY - in this episode I peel back what that means to me and hopefully what it can mean for you! thank you all for the love and support on this podcast journey of mine! please continue to reach out and share any episodes that resonate with you - love you all so much, thank you thank you thank you!!!

    24 min
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About

Your host, Laura Janela, has an extensive travel resume, she’s lived abroad, and brings intentional living everywhere she goes. She is a fiery millennial who is forever sharing her journey back to self-love, reflections from travels, and her inner workings around wellness rituals. Late Checkout is where she shares all of this along with her undying passion for self-discovery. This podcast community is a welcoming space where we can explore the world and our everyday lives with humor, share knowledge, feel seen and supported, and inspire each other to grow into our best selves.

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  • Creator
    Laura Janela
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Laura Janela
  • Show Website
    Late Checkout

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