A Month with Matthew: In Croatia

Writer Matthew Félix needed to figure out what was next for him, so he went on a month-long solo retreat in a seaside village in Croatia. From the characters he met, to the experiences he had—some funny, some frustrating—to the thoughts, memories, and emotions that came up for him, these are his unscripted stories and ruminations from a month in Croatia.

23 Let the Sun Shine In & Body Issues

The “A Month with Matthew: in Croatia podcast” features travel anecdotes, storytelling, and humor short stories from author Matthew Félix’s solo retreat in a small island village in Croatia.

During their five-hour chat, Young Neptune unexpectedly begins explaining to Matthew the benefits of sunning…somewhere unexpected. Just because he’s initially amused doesn’t mean Matthew discounts the idea—leading him to reflect on other alternative health beliefs and practices.

Meanwhile, the fact that Matthew is spending so much time on the nude beach does not mean he’s comfortable in his skin—far from it.