Tag: life
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The Quiet Reality of Solo Travel
One thing I’ve started realizing about solo travel is that not every week feels like an adventure. Social media makes it seem like every day abroad is filled with crazy experiences, new friends, beach trips, parties, and nonstop excitement. But the truth is, some weeks are quiet. Some weeks, you barely do anything at all.…
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Paradise Isn’t Paradise for Everyone
This past week in the Philippines reminded me how easy it is to complain about things that, in the grand scheme of life, are not really problems at all. Traveling has a way of forcing you to see realities outside of your own bubble, and one thing that has stuck with me deeply here is…
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Freedom, Discipline, and a Plate of Something New
This week, I decided to actually listen to what people have been telling me. Lately, multiple people have been getting on me about not trying the local food. I always gave the same response: my stomach is sensitive, and why spend money on something I might not even enjoy? But over the last few days,…
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The Journey Continues: Next Stop Santo Domingo
It’s that time again. A month and a half has gone by, and honestly it felt like it moved very slowly. But starting tomorrow, I’ll be continuing the journey overseas. I truly missed it—everything about it. The freedom, the new experiences, the feeling of waking up in a different place and not knowing what the…
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Lessons From Rio: What I Learned and What Travelers Need to Know
As I prepare to leave Rio this Thursday, I can honestly say I’ve learned so much during my time here. I’ve met some amazing people, experienced things I never imagined, and gained a whole new perspective on life and travel. That said, this post isn’t really about me — it’s for anyone who’s thinking about…
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An Introvert’s Week in Rio: How Travel Pushed Me Out of My Comfort Zone
This week in Rio was very different in so many ways. I met some incredible people, and if you’re going to solo travel, one thing I’ve learned is that you have to meet people — whether locals or fellow travelers. They help you understand the ins and outs of a place and often take you…
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My First Ayahuasca Ceremony: What Really Happened
These days, I’m all about having a good time and enjoying the journey — but this past Sunday took the cake. I was invited to take part in an Ayahuasca ceremony, something I honestly knew nothing about. Someone told me it was basically “mushrooms ×100,” and since I’ve taken mushrooms before in Thailand, I figured…
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Observing a New Kind of American Dream Abroad
Let’s be honest, everyone’s had that thought at least once: What if I just got away for a while and did something different with my life? Well, the people I’ve met out here are actually doing it — and I love that.
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