finding purpose through travel, self care and an intentional lifestyle
Let's be real – it's kinda fun being the most informed person in the room. You can answer people's questions, offer more solutions at work, and most importantly, not feel like an idiot when people start talking about something intelligent. It's a win-win for everyone. But in today's nonstop culture, it can be hard to… Continue reading Stay Informed On the Go: 3 Quick & Convenient Tools
Individualism. The digital age. Success. These are three concepts that describe the world we live in; three concepts that breed hard working, high achieving people. But too much of anything can cause issues, even a world where all our desires are seemingly in reach. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in five… Continue reading Staying Sane in a Mentally Unhealthy Society
It's always the moments of crushing despair that bring you back to what's really important in life. Things like getting laid off from your job, failing your final exam, losing a loved one, or in my case, getting rejected from all of my dream companies after several rounds of internship applications, interviews and tremendously high… Continue reading Start Building a Life of Purpose TODAY: My 3-Step Process
This semester abroad has fostered an intense amount of personal growth for me. I've become more relaxed, embrace change, and have managed to steer clear of the anxiety and sadness that often creep into my life this time of year. But the biggest source of growth over the past three months has been my independence.… Continue reading My First Solo Trip: What I Did In Granada, Spain
If you would have told me two years ago that I would be snuggled up under the sparkling Eiffel Tower with three of my best friends sipping on cheap bottles of wine, I probably would have laughed in your face. I met Sage, Casey and Anna my very first week of college. And no. I… Continue reading Paris With My Best Friends: A Weekend For The Books
Seville's vibrant culture and contagious spirit is not confined to the city limits. It extends outward to the surrounding cities of Andalusia, Spain's most populated autonomous region, with cities that draw travelers from around the world. While Seville is not the most convenient place to fly out of, it is conveniently located a mere 1… Continue reading 3 Awesome Day Trips From Seville
Traveling through Spain's biggest city in just two days is not for the weak-willed. In a perfect world, I would have spent at least five days in Madrid instead of squeezing everything into two, but if you're like me and 48 hours is the best you can do, here are the attractions and food you HAVE… Continue reading 48 Hours in Madrid: What to See, Eat & Do!
It's a pretty weird concept when you think about it. You take a housing survey, travel to a foreign country, and move into a stranger's home. That's basically it. It's weirdly similar to getting a new roommate, except you don't get much say in the matter other than your responses on the housing survey. You're really… Continue reading Pros and Cons of Living With a Host Family: What It’s REALLY Like
I vividly remember the first time I ordered tapas in Seville... it was a disaster! The second I laid my eyes on the enormous menu, I felt the stress building. The unfamiliar names, weird portion sizes, and incredibly low prices were all throwing me off. My Spanish knowledge got me through the translation part, but I… Continue reading The Best Tapas Dishes To Try in Spain
At 8:45 AM this past Saturday morning – camera and tostada in hand – I hopped on a 2-hour bus ride through rolling hills and rural towns to the one and only Córdoba, Spain. I have been DYING to visit this small yet historically rich city, and found it to be the perfect day trip… Continue reading How to Spend the Day in Córdoba: What To See, Eat & Do!
