“Americans don’t travel. They’re scared of the world and fear the unknown. All they’re concerned about is the money they make at their boring jobs to pay for the massive houses they don’t need. They don’t care about seeing the world.” I heard these words at the Nicaraguan border crossing as I made my way […]
5 Fun Writing Contests You Can Enter (And Win)
Creative writing competitions are everywhere. The list is endless since more and more are added every year. However, not everyone is a Hemmingway or Tolstoy. That’s where these competitions come in. They’re fun and anyone can enter. And some of the best entries have come from some of the unlikeliest of places. So let loose […]
4 Hobbies That Can Change How You See the World
Hobbies are a great way to spend your time. The skills and discipline hobbies bring can be great for your life. They have been shown to reduce stress, boost self-esteem and can even make you healthier. When thinking about hobbies, coin and stamp collecting come to mind. However, the list of hobbies you can […]
Eliminate Distractions: The Secret to Finding More Free Time
Distractions are everywhere. It’s easy to get caught in even the most mundane attention grabber that wants your time. Once they have your attention, it can be difficult to get it back. Advertisements are a great example of this. They don’t make your life any better by watching them. They don’t give you any real […]
6 Incredible Shrines You Need to See
Shrines are found in most religions around the world. They’re different from temples in that they hold a relic or cult image which is worshipped. Since a place is designated a shrine solely from the object inside, anything can be considered a shrine. In fact, over the 5000 years or so that people have been […]
How to Do What You Want
The pressure to conform is everywhere. People want you to be what they think you should be. This pressure can come from parents, media, the workplace or even friends. But the fact is you are in control of your life. Therefore, you decide what’s best for it. Chances are, there are things you want to […]
20 Travel Movies to Inspire You to Travel the World Part 2
I got a great response to the first half of this list. If you haven’t read the first half yet, I suggest you start there. Many people were just as moved by these travel movies as I was. I know that there are more travel movies out there since I got some great recommendations for […]