Hello 2015!

I would like to start off by saying THANK YOU for reading my very first post! What better time to launch than at the start of a brand new year. Like billions of others, this is definitely the time when I reflect the most. I think of how much has changed in my life since the year before.

This time last year I was lucky enough to welcome 2014 in the beautiful city of Perth with some extremely hospitable Australians. For me, 2014 was all about new experiences and exploring uncharted territory.

I am excited to say that a new travel adventure is already on the horizon and I can not wait to take of advantage of everything 2015 has to offer. I hold only feelings of optimism for the new year. It is time to completely abandon the mentality that “the journey awaits” and embrace the fact that I’m already on it. That whole “For now I’m THIS because I’m waiting for my life to be THAT before I can try or develop any further.” Or, “I don’t want to put myself out there until I can be THIS perfect version of myself.” This is the main reason I have never published anything until now! But the fact of the matter is this, the only time is NOW ! So this is a note I have written to myself to read a year from now…

“When in doubt, try it! It’s ok to self promote. Really it is! Many are afraid to walk that fine line between confidence and narcissism, but being in tune with your abilities and sharing them with the world is purposeful, not conceited. Unused talent is a shameful waste. Utilize every part of yourself. Even the parts that you or other in your life many consider to be flaws. Stay passionate and curious, but enough with the external seeking! You’ve already got it. Choose risk over regret every single time. And lastly, just shut up and do it!”