Passport in one hand, worry in the other.

The Anxious Extrovert is a blog dedicated to the highs and lows of backpacking and hostel life, valuable tips, and mental health on the road, straight from the messy mind of a solo female traveler.

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3 Days Solo in Sarajevo: A Solo Female Travel Guide

March 2, 2026

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Macie Strum

Planning to travel Sarajevo solo? Here’s exactly how to spend 3–4 days exploring Bosnia’s welcoming capital with confidence. Fast Facts Currency: Bosnian Convertible Mark…
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9 Ways You Can Travel With Purpose

September 19, 2025

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Macie Strum

What Does It Mean to Travel With Purpose? Traveling mindfully is more than just crossing destinations off a bucket list. To travel with purpose,…
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10 Must-Try Roman Dishes That Are Better Than Carbonara

September 11, 2025

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Macie Strum

What Comes to Mind When You Think of Roman Food? While Carbonara is often the first dish people think of, there’s an entire whole…
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5 Lessons I Learned Through Long-Term Travel: Part One by Macie The Anxious Extrovert

What nearly two years of living out of a backpack has taught me about anxiety, success, and slowing down.

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7 Ways to Reframe Travel Anxiety Into Something Positive by Macie The Anxious Extrovert

Anxiety doesn’t have to stop you. Instead, it can teach you how to restructure your travels.

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I’m Almost 30, and I Still Stay in Hostels for These 8 Reasons by Macie The Anxious Extrovert

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Hi, I’m Macie!

I may be a worrier, but that doesn’t mean I let anxiety stop me from seeing the world.

I created The Anxious Extrovert to self-curated guides, tips, and personal stories with other high-strung solo travelers who still love to connect with others.

As a female backpacker, I also dive into the world of hostels, covering the good, the bad, and the downright bizarre.