Category: Lifestyle
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Traveling light (Yes, it’s possible)
I know, I know. You’ve heard many people talk about this, but the idea of traveling with only one bag and bringing fewer items horrifies you. Back in December 2021, I decided to bring just one piece of luggage and a small backpack on a trip to Vancouver and Whistler, BC. It was winter, so…
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Rediscovering the Joy of Learning
When I was in middle and high school, I didn’t care much for exams, getting good grades, or many of my classes. Some topics were interesting, but the way most teachers presented them was boring to me. I was also against homework and still am, to some extent. The idea of spending many hours each…
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Stress is killing us
How do you manage stress? Most of us don’t; we unconsciously welcome it. In America, we seem addicted to stress. From childhood, we are told that we must achieve certain goals and always reach for more. Wanting more out of life isn’t bad, but the problem lies in desiring more than we need and sacrificing…
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Discovering Life One Step at a Time.
Is it possible that by walking around a city or neighborhood, you increase your chances of connecting with unique individuals and experiences? I believe so, and this has been my theory for many years now. This is why I enjoy taking long walks around a city, especially when I visit it for the first time.…
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Días soleados y lentos
El jueves fue un día nublado aquí en el área de Seattle, y como planeaba ir a caminar a Pioneer Square y algunas otras partes de Seattle al día siguiente (viernes), decidí revisar el pronóstico del tiempo. Para mi asombro, estaría soleado, pero no solo el viernes, sino también todo el fin de semana. Sonreí…
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The cost of our rushed lives
Many years from now, we will look back at this era and understand the numerous mistakes we made due to our constant need for speed. Consider the incident with Alaska Airlines earlier this year, where a piece of the fuselage fell off while the plane was flying. A few days ago, the National Transportation Safety…
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Dreaming, Not Drifting
Sometimes I feel like I’m drifting when I think about all the things I have yet to accomplish. I’m no different than you; I have a long list of things I want to do, become, places I want to visit, and things I want to learn. The list goes on. Dreaming is natural, and it’s…
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Adjusting Focus
After several hours in front of my computer, I shift my attention from the screen to a book on my coffee table. Initially, I thought my blurred vision was just a sign of tiredness. My eyes were watery, making it hard to read the words clearly. I rubbed my eyes to clear them, and when…
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Slow Down, Be Bored, Savor Life
A few years ago, my motivation and enthusiasm for work diminished. Every Monday, I would dread the idea of starting a new week. I was burned out. For years, I took on more tasks than I could handle, juggling multiple personal projects and trying to manage numerous tasks at work. This approach made me less…