my musings about life
here you’ll find:
- life advice
- sprinkles of inspiration and positivity
- random posts that didn’t fit anywhere else
Latest:
- A Comprehensive Guide to Modern-Day Colonialism in Travel
- How to travel alone: A guide to becoming more comfortable with your own company
- The Journey to Solitude
- Alicante: A Photo Travel Diary
- 10 mindset shifts about travel (least to most controversial)
10 mindset shifts about travel (least to most controversial)
How my travel opinions have changed since I first began solo traveling: To hear this in audio format, listen to the podcast episode here: Table of Contents If you know me or have even briefly met me, you know I love to travel. I’ve had a deep desire to explore the world for as long…
What I Like and Dislike About Living in Madrid
First impressions 1-month after moving here from Chicago I’ve been living in Madrid for a little over a month now. After living all of my life in the United States, I’ve experienced some cultural shocks since moving to Spain. Disclaimer: This article is entirely based on my own personal experiences and is not meant to…
What I Wished Before Moving Abroad
A letter from Myself to Myself October 27, 2024 Hey girl, You’re about to embark on one of the greatest leaps of faith you’ve ever undergone in your life. I know you’ve been dreaming about and preparing for this moment since a little girl. And now you’re at the edge of the cliff. I’m writing…
Tourist vs. Traveler: Lessons from My Study Abroad Trip to Cuba
The freedom to explore another’s home is a privilege to be met with equal responsibility.
A Dream Come True: Solo Backpacking in Europe
For as long as I can remember, visiting Paris was my dream. Last August, I would have never thought that one year later, I would be about to spend a month in Europe backpacking alone.
But there I was – a 19-year-old girl in France – living out the trip of her dreams, with once-in-a-lifetime…
The Significance of Studying Abroad
The thought of experiencing as many places on Earth as I can and meeting people across all different cultures ignites my soul, in a passionate flame like no other.
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