{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Wear Who You Are","title":"Respect The Journey: Notes On Traveling Through Asia","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2102,"description":"In the newest episode of Wear Who You Are, Natalie opens up about her month-long adventure through Asia, sharing some valuable lessons she picked up along the way. With stops in Thailand, Cambodia, and Japan, she reflects on the theme of respect. It can be strange, reconciling life in America with the incredible cleanliness and respect for public spaces she witnessed in places like Tokyo and Bangkok. Nat shares how the principle of loving-kindness influences interactions with both the environment and each other. There’s a refreshing take on shopping, too (of course!)—she noticed how shopping in these countries feels more social and community-focused, rather than just transactional. Where do you go to gather in a public space? The mall, of course! It’s like a return to the 80s and 90s.\nIn terms of what Nat packed for her trip, she shares her strategy. No secrets here. Her choices emphasized comfort and versatility in the scorching Bangkok heat and cool Tokyo nights. She leaned on breathable fabrics and versatile pieces that could serve different purposes, perfect for navigating the varied climates and activities of her trip. There are also some revelations about how some of her outfits might just have to be “good enough,” rather than fixating on clothes too much to the point that it distracts from the real reason you’re there. To enjoy traveling and be part of another culture!\nAll of this emphasis on community and respect ties into the BU Style Circle community, a membership-based platform where people can connect, share resources, and discover fashion inspiration together. We hope you check it out!\nShow Notes & Resources:\nLink to Photos of Cambodia\nNatalie's Packing Strategy\n\nBrands:\nEpoi\nGarden of Desire\nMon Panama\nSucette Thai Silk\nShaka\nJim Thompson\nGoodGoods\nTutti and Me\n--\nFollow Us:\nFollow the podcast on social media, and submit your questions by sending us a message here!\n@bustyle\n@natalie_tincher\n\nCheck out the website for more info at www.bu.style\nSign...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zKFfnAuuVWrvcR7QKBbGLVBbJhvFP0ZqbkHi9Go28ms/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80ZTNk/OTJmMTM4NjM1M2Y1/MzlkNDA5MWYyOTFl/Nzg3OC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}