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How I Manifested My Travel Dreams with a Mood Board | Turning Travel Goals into Reality
I created my mood board to pull myself out of a rut and inspire and motivate myself through intentional travel planning. The act of visualizing brought so much excitement that I began to create the life of a person who travels for a living. If your mood board doesn’t make you want to take action, you haven’t dreamed big enough.
The Struggles of Planning Travel: Why I Need a Vacation from Planning
Take a deep breath, get this checklist done, and power through the final stretch. Because if there’s one thing I know, it’s that no one has ever actually had it all together when it comes to travel planning.
Embrace the Adventure of Discovering the World and Yourself Through Solo Travel
One of the most powerful ways to prepare for travel is to reflect on your desires, fears, and goals. The process of journaling through your travel dreams and desires is an incredible tool for self-discovery and motivation.
How To Use Podcasts to Improve Your Listening Skills
Understanding the nuances of what is being said allows you to respond coherently and cohesively. Understanding is half the battle, but we must remember that it is the first half of the battle.
5 Reasons to Be Yourself in Your Language Journey
Being true to yourself throughout the learning process enhances your confidence, keeps the journey enjoyable, and helps you retain what you learn.
The Importance of Listening When Learning a Language
When you develop strong listening skills, you not only become better at understanding others, but you also unlock the deeper layers of communication, culture, and connection that make learning a language so enriching.
Myths About Learning a Language as an Adult: Busting Language Stereotypes
If you’re still holding onto the idea that you’re too old, too busy, or too set in your ways to learn a language, let me remind you that you’re never too old to start something new.
Checking In: How Are Your January Goals Going?
We can sometimes get so caught up in the hustle of doing that we forget to pause and reflect. The end of the month is a perfect time to review, reset, and adjust if necessary.
Balancing Freedom and Stability: How to Build the Life You’ve Always Wanted
What if you could build a life that embraces both freedom and stability, creating a foundation for true fulfillment and growth?
5 Things I’m Glad I Knew Before Learning Spanish | Tips for Language Learners
Revisiting Spanish after my experience with Korean, things started clicking. Korean not only improved my overall language-learning skills but also gave me the tools and mindset to tackle Spanish in a new way.
Celebrating Milestones Big and Small: Why You Deserve to Celebrate Yourself
Life is not just about meeting goals but also about enjoying the journey.
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting to Learn Korean | Tips for Language Learners
From the infinite amount of grammar rules to the precise words that make Korean such a unique and beautiful language, there’s a lot to take in.
New Year, New Adventures: Exciting Hobbies I'm Trying This Year (and Why You Should Too)
This year I’m embracing all of life's possibilities that can be found in the joy of discovering new passions.
Building A World Wide Community
The local community is a blessing of familiarity in day-to-day life and offers help and a feeling of safety and belonging. Your chosen community offers new experiences often in the form of group gatherings.
Setting Language Learning Goals for 2025
Before setting realistic goals, you have to be honest about where you are in your learning journey.
How to Use ChatGPT to Plan Your Next Adventure
By combining your dreams with AI’s organizational prowess, you can transform a vague idea into a clear, actionable plan.
10 Empowering Affirmations for Travelers in the New Year
If you have been hesitating to take the leap into the world of travel, this is your sign to believe in yourself and your dreams.
7 Tools, Habits, and Hobbies I’m Bringing Into 2025
Today, I’m sharing the seven tools, habits, and hobbies I’ll carry into 2025 to make it another incredible year of growth and happiness.
A Heartfelt Thank You and Warm Holiday Wishes
Wishing you a holiday season filled with warmth, joy, and the company of those who make your heart full.
Planning for Language Learning Success in 2025: Top 5 Tips for Consistency and Progress
Language learning is a journey, not a race. Some days will feel easy and exciting, while others might feel like a slog. That’s okay. The key is to stay consistent and remind yourself why you started.