After hundreds of job applications and years of hustle, Brandy Walker has decided to take a full year off, and she’s crowdfunding it. In this first edition of The Liberty Leavers, discover how one woman is turning her sabbatical into a movement, reclaiming rest, and showing that stepping away can be the boldest career move of all.

A review of my experience taking Finnair’s Business Class flight from Helsinki to Bangkok, Thailand.

On one of my most random side quests yet, I toured a hair factory in Da Nang, Vietnam, to see how these operations work.

How to spend one week exploring Chiang Mai, Thailand.

How taking a six-month sabbatical helped me overcome burnout, rebuild confidence, and increase my income by $50K.

When my $150K job ended in a layoff, I finally saw how much burnout had been taking from me. These 6 lessons may help you protect your peace.

If your bank account’s ever hit you with a surprise subscription charge, you’re not alone. This post walks you through a quick subscription audit so you can cancel what’s not serving you, plug the leaks, and redirect those dollars toward something that actually matters.

I spent a month in Chiang Mai, Thailand, diving deep into the digital nomad lifestyle. From teaching online to launching businesses abroad, I spoke with 20+ remote workers about how they make it all work—and what makes this city so magnetic.

Looking for the perfect gift for your favorite traveler? I’ve rounded up my go-to travel essentials after visiting 34+ countries. From safety must-haves to solo-friendly gadgets, these are the Liberty Leave-approved products I never pack my bags without.