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I’ve been journaling (and blogging) since 2012. For me, journaling is not only a way for me to remember what happened during the day, but it also helps with so many other things listed below. Check out, five benefits of journaling. 1. It’s Cathartic Journaling helps me whenever I’m upset, overwhelmed, or feeling a bit […]
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Whenever I travel, one of the main things I think about is how I am going to take care of my hair when I am overseas. And because black hair is so versatile, there isn’t one correct answer. The only correct answer is you have to do what’s best for you. I have lived in […]
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Travel is life-changing. It has definitely changed my life. But I can also understand how it can seem intimidating, especially if you have to go it alone. However, do not let it overwhelm you or give you anxiety. Bite-Sized Pieces Whenever I have a large project in front of me, I have to break it […]
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I am an advocate of traveling and international exchanges. When you travel, your assumptions and preconceptions about a country are challenged. And as you travel, you are exposed to people who might also have assumptions and stereotypes about you. For some people, this will be the first time in their lives being exposed to a […]
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As of February 2019, I have lived in India, Spain, China, and Vietnam. I have also traveled to many countries from Morocco to the Philippines. As a black woman, I am treated differently depending on the country I am in. In my opinion, traveling as an African American abroad, there is no, one set experience. […]
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I love to travel solo and some of my best trips were from traveling alone. I’ve traveled solo to Beijing (I didn’t speak Mandarin), New Orleans, Seville, Spain, and many other places. However, my travels have taught me a few lessons, including how not to make the same mistakes. Here are some of the lessons […]
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When I tell certain people in my life that I am traveling to [insert country name] I get mixed reactions. Some people are excited and ask that I take them with them. Others…let’s just say aren’t as enthusiastic. The ones who aren’t enthusiastic about my travels usually ask me questions or say things like: Aren’t […]
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Ladies, if I’m being honest, sometimes it’s hard to maintain your routine that you have a home. The transition is rough sometimes. I remember when I was working in Vietnam, it took me about a good month before I started working out again. It took me that long because I was transitioning to my environment. […]
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1. Know Before You Go Before you go, it’s important to do your research on: The Climate Do not assume your destination is going to be hot/cold, wet/dry. The weather where you currently are might be completely different to where you’re going. Some places are cool and wet all year because of the altitude. Other […]
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