I grew up in Indiana, and while I haven’t lived there for over ten years, many of my friends and family are there. One of my favorite things to do is spend time going to cultural events, and in this post, I’m going to highlight in this post the Top Attractions of Indianapolis, and What To Do In Indiana. Indianapolis Art Museum If you want …
Go Bouldering, Drink Wine, Take a Hike, Shoot a Shotgun, Run a 5K, Take Photos, Drink Beer & Watch the Sunset
There are very few places as near and dear to me as the backroads of California. My favorite part about California is that you can drive 45 minutes in any direction and the landscape changes dramatically. It is home to many outdoor activities, and when I visited, I had the pleasure of bouldering, going for long hikes and taking loads of photos, running an impromptu …
The Beast: Your Burning Desire to Succeed
You feel it. It’s in your gut. It aches. It’s driving you further, and you have no idea why. Every sense of yours is heightened yet simultaneously numbed and the sheer force of will is taking over. It wants you to succeed. It is your burning desire. Your burning desire to succeed. It strikes unquestionably, unapologetically, and it refuses to be ignored. You couldn’t take …
From Emperor to Citizen… Changing your view of personal importance
Pu Yi was the last emperor of China. During his reign, he saw everything from controversial politics, Communist take-overs, war crimes, and eventually the fall of his own empire. Pu Yi went from riches to poverty and even spent time in jail. In his autobiography, From Emperor to Citizen, Pu Yi tells the tale of remolding all of his beliefs, relinquishing his airs of personal …
To Hostel or Not to Hostel?
When I was setting off for Paris, this was my biggest question. After looking at countless “Budget” Hotels that were super expensive and very unimpressive, I decided to take the leap for the first time in my life and have a Hostel experience. To Hostel or Not To Hostel To say that this made me apprehensive is an understatement. For one, I’m 35, which compared …
Travel: What to do in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Not sure What to do in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia? Read on! Kuala Lumpur or ‘KL’ has always been a place I’ve wanted to check out. Being a nearby town and popular visa run destination, I’d heard lots of good stuff about it from my friends. So, when I was booking my flight to Paris and realized it was flying out of KL, I decided to …
My Favorite Place In The World Railay Beach, Thailand
Find out my favorite place in the world, and learn more about Thailand. I have traveled all over the world and seen many places. But the most beautiful place in the world is Railay Beach, Thailand. The Most Beautiful Place in the World I took my first trip to Thailand in 2001. I wasn’t supposed to go to Thailand, at first the trip was planned …
Michelle Dale Shares How to Hire a VA, Start a VA Business, and Become a Digital Nomad
I’d like to introduce you to an online super-star that has been instrumental in creating a name for herself in the digital nomad world, while simultaneously helping others go global. Michelle Dale is the founder of Virtual Miss Friday, VA Passport, and has created numerous ways to teach others how to increase their reach and create global businesses. Michelle Dale Shares How to Hire a VA, Start …
Digging Deep Into Balinese Culture, A Real Bali Experience
I recently had the pleasure of taking a trip to Bali, Indonesia. Part of my mission while I was there was to get a feel for the traditional Balinese Culture. And, I thought I would try something different. Rather than writing a big long post on what to do, why not show you? Traditional Balinese Culture, A Real Bali Experience This is going to be …
I Spent the Day in Bed with Lady Gaga
I Spent the Day in Bed with Lady Gaga…and it was one of the best days I’ve ever had. I’d heard of Lady Gaga, and also know some of her songs. But I assumed she was just some typical blonde ditzy rock star—man was I wrong. I came across this interview and literally spent the day in bed watching it, pulling quotes, and listening to …
Want to Change Your Life? Change Your Attitude About Work
Today I want to share something with you that might be the biggest breakthrough that I’ve ever had related to work. If you want to change your life, change your attitude about work. But first… a little history. Working as a Child For as long as I can remember, I worked. My parents would put us to work in the yard, I’d work on weekends, …
Creating Online Products to Have More Freedom
View PostBusiness Success Tip: Get Over Your Old Stories
One topic I would like to write about today is the idea of making up stories. We make up stories all the time. We have stories about ourselves, about other people, and even about the world–and the way that the world works. The best way to become more successful in life and in business is to Get Over Your Old Stories. What is interesting about …
Interview With Mars Dorian, The World Needs You!
Mars Dorian is someone you should know. He’s got a great philosophy of how to go for your dreams, and get out of your own way. Mars writes at “The World Needs You” and shows digital crusaders how to build a powerful online presence and kick-ass small business. Tell us a bit about your background and how you realized you wanted something different for your life. My …
Find Your Spark, and Ignite the Fire Within!
My whole life, I’ve been searching for something. For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to do something great. I’ve wanted to build something, and be a part of something big. I’ve wanted to help people to accomplish great things. I’ve wanted to Find My Passion and share them with the world. And – I want YOU to find Your Passion, as …
Your Free 50 Page eBook: Lifestyle Mastery -Love Your Business & Your Life!
Happy New Year! As you all know, I’ve been hard at work putting together this eBook. I’m releasing it NOW and I’m releasing it for FREE because I want to do everything I can to help you achieve all of your personal and business goals in 2011! So, What’s in the eBook? Lifestyle Mastery- Love Your Business & Your Life is an overview of the first three …
Look For Me on Discovery Channel!
Just a quick blurb to let you all know that the show I filmed with Discovery Channel is going to air in Asia and the South Pacific. FUN ASIA Southern Thailand is showing 3 times on TrueVision, on Discovery TLC Monday, Dec 20, 1 pm, Friday, Dec 24, 5 am, & Friday, Dec 24, 1 pm Here’s a write up on …
Travel Poem: The Double Life by Don Blanding
The Double Life by Don Blanding How very simple life would be If only there were two of me A Restless Me to drift and roam A Quiet Me to stay at home. A Searching One to find his fill Of varied skies and newfound thrill While sane and homely things are done By the domestic Other One. And that’s just where the trouble lies; …
4 Steps for Overcoming Toxic Career Syndrome
I was lucky enough to come across an article in the July issue of Elle magazine. Typically I don’t read glossy magazines. But given that the reading material that comes through Thailand is rather limited, it is fun to take a look at what is happening with ‘modern society’. Boy was I glad that I did. I hadn’t even realized there was a name for …
There Is No Door
This story is based on a real experiment that took place in a laboratory. I’ve told this story several times to my clients because I think it has a lot to say about choices, mindset, and human behavior. I wanted to share it on my blog to facilitate a conversation and get your ideas and opinions. So make way for… Lifestyle Transformation: There Is No …
The Big Companies Have Gone Global– Why Shouldn’t YOU?
Time magazine recently published a very interesting article by Zachery Karabell. I wanted to share a bit of it with you because I think it makes some very good points on diversifying your income, and globalizing your business. Even if you are a small business, or individual, you can still have an international presence and create multiple income streams. Read on for going global business …
Feeling Fear? Learn to Move Towards Your Fears
Feeling fear is an interesting topic. It is much like Stress; it can be real or imagined. We may feel fear because of an experience that has happened in the past which triggers fear in the present. We might feel fear of uncertainty, or fear of the unknown. Or, we may even be frightened of doing what we’ve always wanted to do with our lives—a …
What is it Really like to Teach in Thailand?
In 2009, I was living in Ao Nang and was bored with the rainy season so I decided to head up to Bangkok to have some fun. While beach life is fantastic, it lacks in certain areas such as: live music, theaters, variety of nightlife, and shopping. So, when I need a dose of those things, I head out to the cities. My plan was …
Ten Steps to Ten Incomes: How to Build Passive Income Online
Before I even started my business, I was relatively obsessed with the idea of Passive Income Strategies. I read up on all kinds of models like real estate investments, stock portfolios, sustainability, up-lines, down-lines, and cost-valuation systems. However, the brick-and-mortar business models don’t actually stand up to the online marketplace, and once again…the rules have changed. Find out How to Build Passive Income Online! About …
How Much Does it Cost to Live in Thailand?
Many folks take a glimpse at my lifestyle here and assume I’m swimming in cash. The truth of it is, it’s cheaper to live in Thailand than you might imagine! It is far cheaper to live here than it is to travel, and if you look at rental costs versus the price of hotels, you can see why. I realize living abroad is not for …