We all have our demons, what are yours? Social media is boastful and narcissistic. We use it to flaunt our accomplishments and seek the praise of our peers. We use it to show how awesome our lives are. We use it to distract ourselves from the problems others don’t realize we’re dealing with. These days it … Continue reading Share your problems with the world
5 Steps to Discovering your Niche
I recently re-read one of my favorite childhood books “The Alchemist”, by Paulo Cohelo. It’s the story of a shepherd who leaves his home town and everything he has known his entire life to pursue his destiny. It’s a story about finding your purpose in life, and the magical things that happen to us when … Continue reading 5 Steps to Discovering your Niche
Train for the Moments that Test You
“Under pressure, you don’t rise to the occasion, you sink to the level of your training. That’s why we train so hard.” — Anonymous Navy Seal There comes a moment in life that tests you. A moment where your worst fears come true. A moment when all of your practice, all of your training, slaps you in the … Continue reading Train for the Moments that Test You
Stories of Indian Serendipity
After three life changing years of living in India, it’s now been about 8 months since I left. As time passes I realize I probably won’t be living there again anytime soon (at least for an extended period of time). It’s a very bittersweet feeling. India is a country I fell in love with. It’s … Continue reading Stories of Indian Serendipity
How to Become Less Judgemental
Last week I stayed at an AirBnb. My host was an obese Russian man who sat on the couch smoking cigarettes and playing World of Warcraft all day. His place was filthy with dirty dishes lying everywhere, and smelled like it hadn’t been cleaned in months. He would often be up all night playing video … Continue reading How to Become Less Judgemental
Life Lessons of Travel
I’ve learned a lot about myself through my travels, and here are some lessons I’ve picked up along the way… “Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but it doesn’t get you anywhere.” Learn to let go of the things that are beyond your control. Worrying about things that you … Continue reading Life Lessons of Travel