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Embrace slow travel because the world is changing
Do you know that feeling, when you come home from a trip and immediately feel like you need… a vacation from your vacation? You’ve spent days sightseeing, hopping cities, juggling plans and squeezing in just one more thing. And while travel is supposed to recharge us, it often leaves us tired, overstimulated and strangely disconnected. When it comes to travel, finding a sweet spot between taking it slow and zipping through places is something many can relate to. Sometimes, time constraints don’t allow for leisurely exploration, but that doesn’t mean you can’t sprinkle a bit of slow travel magic into shorter trips. Even on a quick getaway, choosing local experiences, connecting with…
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Navigating a world on pause: coping strategies
The world hit pause and so have I. Caught somewhere between a global pandemic and what feels suspiciously like a quarter-life crisis at 29. I find myself jobless, confused and wondering if it is finally time to pivot my career entirely. I’m usually the type who has it (mostly) together. But the chaos of COVID-19 have thrown me off my plans. Suddenly, I am swinging between bursts of creative energy and moments of total burnout. My sense of purpose blurred. The uncertainty triggers anxiety, the anxiety lead to paralysis and some days ends in tears, snacks and zero motivation. Sound familiar? In the midst of this mess, I find small…