The last few months I’ve been writing a lot about travel and taking time to slow down and enjoy life. But to be honest, up until a couple of years ago, I wasn’t very good at this myself. I grew up believing that my value as a person was tied to my achievements and productivity. […]
How to cultivate courage and do more of what you love
My one word for 2017 was courage. I chose to focus on courage because, for most of my life, I prided myself on being a top-notch perfectionist. Then one day I realized that my constant striving for perfection wasn’t a strength but rather a weakness. My need to be perfect caused me to miss out […]
The surprising lessons that solo wilderness travel teaches you
Anyone who has ever traveled alone in the wilderness will tell you that some of their best experiences happened while they were solo. You see things when you’re alone that almost never occur when you’re in a group. I know firsthand that going solo can feel terrifying. But when you find the courage to lean […]
How my journey to find the best Minnesota state parks changed my life
Two years ago, I decided to embark on a journey to visit all 69 Minnesota state parks. What started as an exercise to be more courageous changed my life in so many ways. In this post, I highlight some of the most important lessons I learned along the way. I also share my favorite parks […]
5 Ways to Bring That Vacation Feeling Home
Have you ever felt a little depressed after a long-awaited vacation came to an end? You saved money, planned, and anticipated for months. Then just like that, it’s all over. But what if I told you that you could bring that vacation feeling home? Sure, it won’t be exactly the same as running down a […]
Five Reasons You’ll Love the Road Less Traveled
It’s never been easier to jump on the internet and book an entire vacation in less time than it takes to brew your morning coffee. While convenient, these trips can feel a bit sterile. From airport transfers to mega resorts to pricey excursions, most travel today is engineered for efficiency and profitability. There’s certainly a […]
Create vacation memories that last when you learn to linger
Ahhhhh, the magic of travel. We spend months dreaming and planning and when our dream vacation finally arrives, it’s over in the blink of an eye. So what if I told you that you could make those memories last by learning to linger? There are so many different ways to travel today. You could let […]
The One Reason Your New Habit Won’t Stick
If I asked you to define the word habit, what would you say? Take 30 seconds and come up with a sentence or two that defines what the word means to you. You’ll be glad you did when I ask the next question. Got your definition? Good! Now ask yourself: do habits play a positive […]
4 Mindset Shifts that Will Help You Live More Authentically
We are living in one of the most exciting times in the history of our human race. Freedom, wealth, and opportunity are expanding far and wide. If there’s ever been a time to live authentically and chase your dreams, the time is now. But to make the most of this opportunity, you might first need […]
Simple Tips to Embrace the Power of Authenticity
Authenticity is becoming one of those words that’s been used to the point that some people say it’s cliché. When a word increase in popularity like this, there’s a great opportunity to consider why. Why does it seem like everyone is talking about being more authentic? Let’s start by defining what authenticity means. Merriam-Webster defines […]
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