It seems that in the job vs business debate, there's one group that’s a lot louder than everyone else. I’m talking about the group that tells you to just go for it, just walk into your boss’s office, quit on the spot, and walk out into the sun with your head held high. Fist pump, fire emoji. They tell you that a life of fulfillment is waiting for you on the other side...[...]
"You're living in a dream world, sweetheart." Was that supposed to be an insult? A male Karen hurled that at me over a bag of trail mix, as I shared that I was on a search for fulfillment. The precise sentiment that sparked this retort, oddly enough, was me saying that I wanted a pet goat and a couple of chickens. Given that both goats and chickens do in fact exist, I'm not sure which[...]
In the 3 years that this blog has existed, I’ve never really addressed its existence. I was so afraid of being mistaken for the “online diary” blogging stereotype that I haven’t shared a single post specifically about myself or this blog’s purpose. An explanation could’ve really helped, too, because the content has zigzagged across the map! In the beginning, I wrote a[...]
Most of the *ultimate travel packing lists* focus on the fun parts of travel. The bags, the gear; the stuff that’s exciting to think about and buy. This travel kit list is full of the other stuff you need to take traveling. Consider this your just in case travel kit that everyone hopes they won’t ever need. But, that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun! Whether you’re backpack[...]
My personal motto is "enjoy the world, and be nice to it." This sustainable travel packing list will help you do just that! Pack these 27 items to minimize your landfill contribution as much as possible as you're exploring. Since not every trip will be the same, there's no one-size-fits-all sustainable travel packing list. These packing items are clustered under two different umbrella[...]
Let's face it: the importance of work-life balance has never been clearer. More and more people are experiencing burnout or feeling crush by their huge list of daily tasks. One of the challenges we all face as new entrepreneurs is making sure our new found passion/job does not overwhelm us. For many of us, the idea of setting our own working hours was one of the initial reasons to sta[...]
When it comes to getting what you want out of life, the old adage "your mindset determines your reality" rings endlessly true. Having an abundance mindset drastically changes the way you experience life, entrepreneurship and your pursuit of all of your dreams. Your mindset will determine your approach to your goals, helps you handle setbacks and influence your overall happiness. Being[...]
The nomad lifestyle is seductive for those of us who easily grow apathetic to life's routine. The excitement of chasing a never-ending horizon calls to many, but what does it really mean to live the nomad lifestyle today? Before diving into the history of the nomad lifestyle and questions like how modern nomads pay for things, let's first lay out the terms. Glossary Of Terms[...]
So, you're thinking about starting your own online biz? If you commit and manage to make your online biz successful, it will be rewarding beyond words and open up an endless row of doors for you. If you fail, you'll likely end up in a similar position to where you are now: in an employee-employer relationship (I'm assuming). When you look at the big picture, it's a cinch, right?[...]
Look to your right: what's riding shotgun, telling you where to turn in life? Is it the pursuit of fulfillment, exploring passions, faith, relationships, what brings you joy? Or, is it a job that you'd happily leave tomorrow? If you're nodding along to the latter, then it may be time to start plotting your course to escape the rat race. The rat race isn't any particular type of job:[...]
