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Self-love is a beautiful thing. I think it holds the utmost importance in this human reality we are experiencing. To love yourself is to be kind to yourself. To love yourself is to choose the hard road sometimes instead of the easy way out. To love yourself is to be your own biggest supporter. To love yourself is a lifelong commitment. Like any lifelong commitment, sometimes it's hard, and other times it's easier. Sometimes all I can do to show myself love is eat a sweet tre

I had heard of this app and website many times before using it, but I decided to take a leap of faith and trust it before my trip to Central America. I'm so glad I did. I volunteered at a Sea Turtle Preservation in Costa Rica, with a family in Guatemala, and at a hostel in El Salvador. This was my experience. Before starting the decision process, I needed to become a member and make a profile. You pay $60 annually to apply anywhere. This $60 can be waived once you have receiv

If you want to travel, but your budget is low, here are some tips and tricks I've used to see the world at a low cost. One of the easiest ways to budget travel is by keeping your destination open. Research which countries are the cheapest to travel to, and which time of the year is the cheapest. Sometimes the popular expensive destination isn't even the best choice, just the most touristy. If you want a Greek or Italian vibe but less expensive, go to Albania. Instead of Thail

Simply put, you save money. You pick the place you want to go. You do some research. Then you book that damn trip. Let's expand on that now. I'm not going to tell you in full how to save money in this post because there is simply too much to touch on. I have two posts, one called "Refusing Overconsumption" and the other "How I Save Money"- refer to those for detailed advice. The SparkNotes summary is this: decide if you're an overspender, then realize what that means, start b

If one of the fundamental impacts of our human experience is based on our vibrational frequency, wouldn’t it make sense that increasing this should be at the top of our priority list? It sounds right when it’s worded like this, but the reality of implementation takes consistency and trust, which most humans decide against for the easily accessible feelings of doubt and laziness. First, ask yourself what frequency you are at. The signs that you are operating at a higher freque

What belongs to me shall come to me. I am exactly where I need to be I am strong, I can do hard things. I am worthy of love and support, from myself and others. I am capable of making a difference in this world. I am grateful every day for who I am and the lessons I've learned to bring me here. I am deserving and thankful for all of life’s blessings. Today, I will look for and recognize the good in myself and the world around me. The universe supports me and my endeavors. Eve

Something I feel is crucial to positive thinking and optimism. My brain does not understand real from fake, so why be a “realist” if it doesn’t help my mindset grow more positive? That’s the argument I get when I look at the bright side. That I have rose colored lenses on, while the rest of the world lives as realists. Blah blah blah. Those are the words of a pessimist, not a realist. Why would I choose mundane if magic exists? That is the difference between a realist and me.

This is not going to be a light read, nor an easy one. This is about overcoming the way of our society for the betterment of ourselves and the world around us. You may think overconsumption is a trendy laugh, but it really is way deeper than that. For a small-town American girl like me, this idea is very uncommon amongst my crowd back home. Most people I know spend their money as soon as they get it. Shopping at Target, longing for a new car, planning their next luxury trip,

If you've never been able to do such a thing, refer to my post labeled "Refusing Overconsumption." I think this is a good start. Now, I am going to tell you how I manage to save money, and that is by choosing more wisely how I spend it. Since the option to fly away to some far-off island and start a village run on matriarchy and community is a bit out of reach for me, I have to settle in this capitalistic country where the people I love reside. This means finding a balance be

The biggest obstacles standing in the way of your desire to travel are these common misconceptions. Let’s walk through them. First, thinking you need to save five grand to go on your first trip. If you are willing to travel economically- which means hostel stays, street food, and local guides showing you around- then these trips will be much less expensive than you’re probably imagining. I spent less than $3,000 for almost a month touring Europe (if you’re American, you’re th

I have met quite a few people in my life. A lot of people tell me that I seem older than my age, usually not my family members or close friends. More so, people I've just met. Somehow, with a child's zest and goofy personality, I manage to hold myself very maturely. I don't think this is because of my tight grip on my emotions or lack thereof, but because, truly, I think I just have some things figured out. By some things, I mean just one. And this is it. Traveling. Exploring

Gets you out of your comfort zone. When you're uncomfortable, you grow. Humans are made for flexibility and movement. Allows you to try new things. You can only find out what you like by expanding your horizons. Teaches you about other cultures. You can more easily choose your own way of life if you know how many options there are. Expanding world knowledge reduces prejudice and increases communication skills. Gives you the chance to discover yourself. You can only really see