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I have to post today coming from Leon of the kindness Diaries series on Netflix definitely worth checking out if you want to be moved for now, let's get right to it and start optimizing maizing your life five steps to finding your passion by Leon logothetis of Leon logothetis.com The world rotates at over 1,600 kilometers an hour and your day-to-day life all sometimes. It feels like it moves just as fast if it seems as though you've gotten so wrapped up and making a living that you forgotten how to actually live. It might be time to step back and reassess your priorities, but don't stress. I've got five easy steps to guide you through it step 1 ditch the stressors see didn't I just tell you not to stress all things? Most of what you're worrying about on a daily basis isn't really worth worrying about sure. I understand that if you lose your job, you can't pay the mortgage but worrying about losing your job isn't doing anyone any favors, especially you so lemon 8 the things in your life that stress you the most by taking control of your situation. It may mean looking for a new job leaving your old one on your terms letting the dishes sit in the sink so you can catch the latest episode of Game of Thrones with your spouse or leave the yard unweeded so you can spend some time. In the hammock reading a good book newsflash. You're the only one who actually notices the weeds anyway step to reconnect with your inner child. Remember the things you enjoy it as a kid odds are you'll still enjoy most of them if you take the time to make them happen if you enjoyed painting pick up a brush into canvas, you might be surprised at the latent talent that emerges if you're like me you love to good road trip in your youth so plan 1 you're an adult now you get to decide your destiny. I don't know where to start Google images of getaways close your eyes point a finger at the computer screen and pick a place to go rekindle your joy in the world in your childlike Wonder at everything within it step 3 decide what's important to you? Almost everyone I know has at some point come to the realization that they're tired of pleasing others. That's not to say that there isn't pleasure derived from altruistic gestures. But when you spend your life constantly tending to the needs of those around you be at your boss your children or your community you begin to burn out if you're constantly saying yes to everyone else's needs but no to your own you need to reorganize your priorities make a list of the things that matter to you adjust your life accordingly step 4 announce your personal makeover to the world. No, you don't need to take out an ad in the local paper nor are you required to blog about it? Simply let your friends and family know that you've made some course adjustments. Your life and that you're headed in a New Direction. Why is this step important? The people close to you will be the ones to help you keep you on track. When you doubt yourself in step 5, pursue your passion to the fullest live it up that list of the things you want to do for you do them. It doesn't matter. If you do them this month this year or this decade so long as you made the plans to make it happen putting your passion first will change your outlook on life in ways. You can't possibly possibly imagine but you don't have to take my word for it. So you step one and get started. Another post from Lyon in just a sec. But first thank you to BarkBox for their support Bark Box and knows you love your dog like family and they send you a monthly delivery right to your door with Innovative toys all natural treats and more. I got to try it unboxing. 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That's be a RK Bo x.com / o LD bark box.com / old 5 reasons why traveling is the best education by Leon logothetis of Leon logothetis.com The Earth is filled with infinite experiences wonders and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Imagine hiking Through The Verdant kaleidoscopic Amazon rainforest camping out underneath the Aurora Borealis in the Canadian tundra or Meandering through an enchanting Kenyan Village much education is experience in a classroom or through a textbook those Avenues do get the job done, but they aren't nearly as fulfilling or effective as traveling. The world is see the world and broaden your coat. Rule intellectual and spiritual education like you can never have imagined here are five reasons. Why traveling is the best education possible learn new languages though? English is a reliably popular second language for most corners of the world prepared Travelers need to do their fair share of language studying before visiting a country where English is not the primary language. Learn the basics through a book or audio guide after building a foundation stretch your skills by talking with actual native speakers a textbook can't teach you slang intonation or vocal expression, but mother people sure can not only will conversing help expand your cultural Horizons, but will also hasten your listening and speaking capabilities explore cultural differences in communicating and interacting with other cultures. You'll find just how they vary from your own in. Italy many people go on passage Otto's or post-meal walks in Mexico is common for people to take us seriously. esta or nap after lunch different cultures prefer different types of Cuisine manners and social expectations be certain to read up on these aspects of culture shock before your travel and learn to embrace them when you're there learning is the ultimate point of traveling so take it in wholeheartedly and keep an open mind discover cultural similarities after observing what separates your culture from another's keep an eye out for common ground to do you and the people around you you have a shared love of art or both communicate with a heavy emphasis on body language. Where do your moral and social values aligned too often people classify those who are not like them or who speak a different language as other break down those barriers by finding shared interests habits and values on Earth history history taught at all levels of Education in the United States generally skews towards a western emphasis American history is the bulk of what stop. In the remainder world history is relatively eurocentric by exploring other parts of the world or even Hidden Gem locations in your own country. You'll play the part of an adventurer discovering all new artifacts of knowledge pour through indigenous texts and Brace fascinating styles of art stanvan. He's overlooked landmarks and study the events that shaped nation's understanding other cultures history is the Premier way to understand its politics motivations and social habits. Take your travel slowly. Ali so you can really marinate in the world around you may be the only way to learn about it authentically gain independence. The very Act of traveling is a test of one's will patience and fortitude the most well-planned traveler will see his or her plans fall or I ride show up late suitcases explode boarding passes get lost and it all usually happens at the same time traveling teaches everyone how to improvise don't adhere to strictly to a planner feel free to get Us down a windy sun-soaked Alleyway or find hidden treasure in a sprawling Marketplace Unleash Your Inner Pioneer and show yourself What You're Made Of you're guaranteed to be impressed. You just listen to The Post titled 5 Steps to finding your passion and five reasons. Why traveling is the best education both by Leon? Logothetis of Leon logothetis.com. I'll keep this ending shorts. I'll do it for today. I'll be back tomorrow with a post from Courtney Carver of be more with less. So I'll see you there where your optimal life awaits.
2 posts from Leon Logothetis where he shares 5 steps to finding your passion and 5 reasons why traveling is the best education. Episode 1343: 5 Steps to Finding Your Passion AND 5 Reasons Why Traveling Is The Best Education by Leon Logothetis    Leon Logothetis is a global adventurer, motivational speaker & philanthropist. It wasn't always that way. He used to be a broker in the city of London where he felt uninspired and chronically depressed. He gave it all up for a life on the road. This radical life change was inspired by the inspirational movie The Motorcycle Diaries. His journey is chronicled in the Netflix documentary series The Kindness Diaries. In December 2016, he released his book: Live, Love, Explore. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! BarkBox is a monthly delivery of innovative toys, all natural treats, and more for your dog! Get a free extra month of BarkBox when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan: BarkBox.com/OLD  ---   Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/optimal-living-daily/support 