Instead of trying to eliminate my perfectionism and labelling myself as an overcritical, overanalytical overthinker, I’ve learned to put these patterns to better use.
Tag: travel
7 Lessons I Learned From Being Robbed
I lost something important, but in return, I gained wisdom, experience, and valuable lessons about myself and my journey.
Breaking Codependent Patterns and Learning to Be Myself in a Relationship
After years of struggle between the part of me that wants independence and the part that finds comfort in codependent patterns, I have found a sense of freedom.
The Price of Approval-Seeking: Thoughts on Freedom, Conformity, and Flip-Flops
Approval never paid my bills, and it never made me happy. If the absence of approval is the only price of freedom, then it’s a price I’m willing to pay.
How Criticism Made Me More Compassionate
I thought that not taking people’s criticism and praise personally was a good philosophy. And then, I had an epiphany that turned my world around.
7 Totally Awesome Things About Being a Nomad
What I absolutely love about living without a permanent address and leading a digital nomad lifestyle all over the world.
The Importance of Adventure and Travelling Off the Beaten Path
The story of an incredible, impromptu adventure through deserted Costa Rican landscapes that reminded me of who I really am.
Costa Rica Lesson #4: Pura Vida Ain’t No Passin’ Craze (It’s a Problem-Free Philosophy!)
What I learned about letting go and living the Pura Vida with no worries (instead of being a Crazy Gringo, as they say here).
Costa Rica Lesson #3: You Can’t Hide and Be Happy
How paralyzing guilt taught me that, to be happy and feel free, we must not hide our darkness due to shame, nor our light due to guilt.
Costa Rica Lesson #2: No Matter Where You Go, There You Are
How I learned (for the 349th time) that happiness is a journey, not a destination (even if you go to tropical paradise).