by admin | Jan 7, 2022 | Mind
How to find the right career path for yourself
Have you ever stopped to wonder whether you’re on the right career path?
Yes, I know you have and you’re not the only one – All of us have been there at one point after our teenage years.
A 2020 Deloitte survey found that 31% of millennials and about 50% of those from Generation Z are planning to leave their jobs within two years.
This statistic shows how rocky the younger generation’s psyche is towards snatching a stable and fulfilling job.
So then what is the alternative – we stick with the mundane job that doesn’t make us happy, but still pays the bills, or we leave everything in the search of something better?
Let’s find out.
Why is this happening to me?
If you think you’re the only one that struggles with getting a grip on your professional life, you are highly mistaken.
The social factor in this case plays the biggest role. A lot of young people tend to rush into sudden decisions regarding their career choices.
This happens mainly due to expectations from the social and family circles. You have to find a paying job and you have to like it, there is no other way you can succeed.
Alternatively, there is always the chance that you just want to make easy money with less work, which, believe me, doesn’t work like that.
So, let’s look at some possible tips for changing all of this.
Let’s go back to high school
Remember when in high school the guidance chancellor gave you a career personality test.
You didn’t pay much attention to it then, right? But It actually could have been pretty useful.
Tests that calculate the ideal job for you can establish the working ground for your potential profession to be.
There are some pretty spot-on tests and quizzes online that can get you focused on a certain qualification that matches your personality and good traits.
While we’re on the subject of personality traits, let’s talk about…
Making a list, and checking it twice!
It really does help to write down the thing you want out of your dream job. It doesn’t even have to ideally be your dream job, but the one you feel you will be good at.
The list may include things you are good at, things you are bad at, things you want to do as a hobby, and things you want to work.
It could even include traits that you have that are suitable for different companies. That way you will arrange your strong sides when you need to point them out to the person that will interview you.
Do not underestimate the power of making a list, because we usually tend to undermine the process of carefully sorting out all these personality traits.
Always be in touch with the times
It’s important to know what is out there, as well as what job pays how much.
It sounds a little capitalistic as an approach, but you always have to remember that if you’re good at something, you should avoid doing it for free!
Meet new people and don’t be afraid to ask for advice.
The connections that you make with a diverse crowd will form a steady know-how approach to the job you want.
Never stop trying
It is thought and sometimes it gets even harder, but you should never fall under the pressure of caving in.
Never stop trying to reach your goals and always ask yourself why you are doing what you’re doing.
You need to be very aware of the goals you want to achieve and what you’re willing to give to reach them.
Final Thoughts
Finding the right career path isn’t really easy – It takes a lot of trial and error, going through different positions, meeting different people and being in different communities.
At the end of the day, you should answer 2 questions for yourself:
- What is it that I’m really good at and know a lot about?
- What is it that I’d really enjoy doing for a big part of my life?
These are the two core questions that can take you a step closer to finding your career path.
How did YOU find your career path?
by admin | Jan 7, 2022 | Mind
Finding Peace In Adventure
The Mindset Of A Traveler
There are many different ways one can choose to live their lives in terms of ideologies, aspirations, and goals.
These things tend to vary from place to place and from decade to decade, and they all have their reasons as well as good and bad sides.
Throughout our history, we can see that some people find their comfort in traveling.
Although most of the people that adopt this mindset don’t take it to the extreme, some very impressive records have been set in terms of traveling.
The longest walk without stopping for instance took 2 425 days and was done by George Meegan between 1977 and 1983.
Another impressive feat is that of Bertrand Piccard and Briton Brian Jones, who were the first people to travel around the world by a hot-air balloon in just 15 days.
Here we give some more interesting facts about traveling as a way of life so if the above sounded exciting, keep reading!
We also explain how people like them think and why this is a wonderful mindset, albeit a little weird at first sight.
The Basics
- So, Why Do People Travel?
Travelling is connected with many different aspects of life.
People travel a lot because of work or in order to rest, one because of the different conditions foreign countries offer, the other in order to take a break from their everyday life and return home refreshed.
Different reasons can be for fun (going to specific destinations, events etc.), to visit friends that live far away, or to understand themselves better by exploring what the world has to offer.
People with the traveler mindset usually fall in the last category.
They see adventure as a mix between all the other reasons and therefore use it as a source of inspiration and a resolution for their problems.
- How Often Does It Happen?
More than 1.4 billion people are international tourists each year.
And this does not account for the people that move to live in different countries.
Today around 1 in every 30 people lives in a different place from where they were born, which shows how easy moving has become thanks to modern technology and the ability to work from anywhere.
Another interesting fact is that northern Europeans travel the most, with Finland taking the first position in international travel with 7.5 trips a year.
- What Are The Most Visited Places?
France is the most visited country by tourists in the world today.
The most popular tourist attractions are different each year, but the Eiffel Tower, Times Square, the Wall of China, the Colosseum, and the Taj Mahal are pretty much always in the top 10.
The situation is very different, however, concerning where most people move to live.
The most popular places here include Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Japan, and Qatar, mainly because of their high quality of life and good conditions both for people born there and for foreigners.
The Mindset
- What Is The Traveler’s Mindset?
This is the way of thinking that predisposes curiosity, open-mindedness, and appreciation for the moment.
It’s important to mention that this mindset needs a fair dose of bravery and can put some aspects of life to the test.
However, if you’re the type of creative-thinker these people usually are, you will have no trouble
figuring out flexible ways to deal with similar issues.
Having a sense of adventure leads you to new places and experiences, teaching you a lot about the world and yourself, and the people with this mindset put these values at the top of the list.
The traveler’s mindset is based on exploration and living in the present, opposing the more common idea of always looking in the future.
- What Are The Main Reasons Behind It?
Adventurers feel a deep connection between themselves and the world and want to build their way of life based on it.
Challenging themselves in order to learn but at the same time being appreciative of everything they have and are surrounded by, are the main reasons most people adopt this mindset.
A different but also crucial aspect of it is being more understanding and feeling more connected to yourself and others as well as enjoying different points of view, habits, and ideas.
People with this mindset find it relaxing to travel and nurture their creativity and resilience, having different places be a source of inspiration both for ways of rest and hard work.
Most people with this mindset believe that the most important part of it is learning to be in the moment.
Once you have that down, taking the actions you want is much easier, and it always leads to more curious situations and places.
Learning to be okay with the ever-changing surroundings is also very important, and it teaches you compassion and resolution.
While that isn’t simple if you start by appreciating the differences between each one you’ll be better in no time.
Another aspect is understanding and treating yourself as well as you can – you are the master of your own journey, and it can only be as good as you make it.
Self-acceptance is one of the core reasons for this mindset to be so positive both in the sense of being good for you and making your outlook on life a better one.
With these ingredients, becoming a true adventurer is just a matter of time.
Traveling as a way of living is not for everyone.
It takes time and effort, and most of the time, it changes your life completely.
However, if you find yourself imagining living this way it’s never too late or too difficult to start.
Having a traveler’s mindset will inevitably broaden your horizons and teach you things both about the world and yourself you otherwise will not be able to experience.
Although it can be hard to imagine at first, adopting this way of thinking and living is proven to be one of the best and most positive decisions a person can make.
With all this being said, we hope to see you in different countries, trying different things, and exploring new horizons very soon!
Explore the world to truly understand it.
by admin | Jan 7, 2022 | Mind
Finding Peace In Adventure
The Mindset Of A Traveler
There are many different ways one can choose to live their lives in terms of ideologies, aspirations, and goals.
These things tend to vary from place to place and from decade to decade, and they all have their reasons as well as good and bad sides.
Throughout our history, we can see that some people find their comfort in traveling.
Although most of the people that adopt this mindset don’t take it to the extreme, some very impressive records have been set in terms of traveling.
The longest walk without stopping for instance took 2 425 days and was done by George Meegan between 1977 and 1983.
Another impressive feat is that of Bertrand Piccard and Briton Brian Jones, who were the first people to travel around the world by a hot-air balloon in just 15 days.
Here we give some more interesting facts about traveling as a way of life so if the above sounded exciting, keep reading!
We also explain how people like them think and why this is a wonderful mindset, albeit a little weird at first sight.
The Basics
- So, Why Do People Travel?
Travelling is connected with many different aspects of life.
People travel a lot because of work or in order to rest, one because of the different conditions foreign countries offer, the other in order to take a break from their everyday life and return home refreshed.
Different reasons can be for fun (going to specific destinations, events etc.), to visit friends that live far away, or to understand themselves better by exploring what the world has to offer.
People with the traveler mindset usually fall in the last category.
They see adventure as a mix between all the other reasons and therefore use it as a source of inspiration and a resolution for their problems.
- How Often Does It Happen?
More than 1.4 billion people are international tourists each year.
And this does not account for the people that move to live in different countries.
Today around 1 in every 30 people lives in a different place from where they were born, which shows how easy moving has become thanks to modern technology and the ability to work from anywhere.
Another interesting fact is that northern Europeans travel the most, with Finland taking the first position in international travel with 7.5 trips a year.
- What Are The Most Visited Places?
France is the most visited country by tourists in the world today.
The most popular tourist attractions are different each year, but the Eiffel Tower, Times Square, the Wall of China, the Colosseum, and the Taj Mahal are pretty much always in the top 10.
The situation is very different, however, concerning where most people move to live.
The most popular places here include Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Japan, and Qatar, mainly because of their high quality of life and good conditions both for people born there and for foreigners.
The Mindset
- What Is The Traveler’s Mindset?
This is the way of thinking that predisposes curiosity, open-mindedness, and appreciation for the moment.
It’s important to mention that this mindset needs a fair dose of bravery and can put some aspects of life to the test.
However, if you’re the type of creative-thinker these people usually are, you will have no trouble
figuring out flexible ways to deal with similar issues.
Having a sense of adventure leads you to new places and experiences, teaching you a lot about the world and yourself, and the people with this mindset put these values at the top of the list.
The traveler’s mindset is based on exploration and living in the present, opposing the more common idea of always looking in the future.
- What Are The Main Reasons Behind It?
Adventurers feel a deep connection between themselves and the world and want to build their way of life based on it.
Challenging themselves in order to learn but at the same time being appreciative of everything they have and are surrounded by, are the main reasons most people adopt this mindset.
A different but also crucial aspect of it is being more understanding and feeling more connected to yourself and others as well as enjoying different points of view, habits, and ideas.
People with this mindset find it relaxing to travel and nurture their creativity and resilience, having different places be a source of inspiration both for ways of rest and hard work.
Most people with this mindset believe that the most important part of it is learning to be in the moment.
Once you have that down, taking the actions you want is much easier, and it always leads to more curious situations and places.
Learning to be okay with the ever-changing surroundings is also very important, and it teaches you compassion and resolution.
While that isn’t simple if you start by appreciating the differences between each one you’ll be better in no time.
Another aspect is understanding and treating yourself as well as you can – you are the master of your own journey, and it can only be as good as you make it.
Self-acceptance is one of the core reasons for this mindset to be so positive both in the sense of being good for you and making your outlook on life a better one.
With these ingredients, becoming a true adventurer is just a matter of time.
Traveling as a way of living is not for everyone.
It takes time and effort, and most of the time, it changes your life completely.
However, if you find yourself imagining living this way it’s never too late or too difficult to start.
Having a traveler’s mindset will inevitably broaden your horizons and teach you things both about the world and yourself you otherwise will not be able to experience.
Although it can be hard to imagine at first, adopting this way of thinking and living is proven to be one of the best and most positive decisions a person can make.
With all this being said, we hope to see you in different countries, trying different things, and exploring new horizons very soon!
Explore the world to truly understand it.
by admin | Jan 7, 2022 | Fitness
A successful personal fitness plan includes activities to develop
There is one common thing among new trainees…
They all go over the different exercises in the gym because somebody else told them to do so.
However, they don’t know the logic behind it. They lack knowledge. As a matter of fact, most people DO NOT know what they are doing in the gym before they start doing it…
In order to be efficient with your time and progress in the gym, you have to understand why you are doing specific movements, resting for specific time frames, etc.
Have you ever wondered what the fundamentals behind a successful fitness plan are?
Why are the exercises ordered in a specific way?
What are the fundamentals in creating the perfect fitness plan, which fits your goals?
To learn the answer to all of these questions and more, continue reading.
What Does The Perfect Fitness Plan Consist Of?
It might surprise many of you, BUT a random training program from the internet and diet might not be enough to achieve your dream physique.
There are five components that you have to consider when following a fitness plan.
- Strength Exercises
Compound movements such as Deadlift, Bench Press, Squat and Overhead press are essential exercises that each one of you should implement in your programs IF you don’t experience any pains or discomfort when performing them.
You can progress on these movements on almost every training session, in one way or another.
They are the core of every program. Becoming stronger on these movements goes hand in hand with hypertrophy (muscle growth)
In other words, you get stronger and bigger! Isn’t that the perfect scenario?
- Accessories
Other movements such as biceps curls, triceps/leg extensions, lateral raises, lat pulldowns should also be in your program, but they shouldn’t be the main focus.
If you are a natural trainee, you should implement these exercises and try to linear progress them.
Still, as we mentioned above, your primary focus should be building your strength on the compound movements.
As the name suggests, accessories are just an “accessory” to your training program.
- Conditioning/Endurance
Aerobic exercises should also be part of your routine if you want to maintain good health.
From our experience, there are many trainees out there who neglect to do any form of cardio.
Now, we don’t want to be misunderstood here.
Cardio isn’t necessary if you already have enough physical activity throughout the day. (i.e. you do 10k+ steps every day)
However, in the upcoming cold months, this can be a challenge for many of you.
That’s why, to maintain and improve your heart’s health, you may want to implement some aerobic work, as well.
And we don’t mean that you have to do long boring cardio on the treadmill.
You can try jumping rope, “Tabata” training, or any other sport out there, such as swimming, tennis, or even a martial art.
- Sleep
You’ve probably heard this as a kid, but sleeping is of major importance for your overall health and performance at the gym.
Bad sleeping habits will affect how you look and feel. In fact, sleep deprivation will decrease your productivity throughout the day.
Getting 7-8 hours a night and going to bed around the same hour will adjust your circadian rhythms, and you will benefit from it massively.
Better recovery, better performance, feeling better overall.
- Proper Nutrition
You can’t outperform a good training plan with a crappy diet!
We recommend tracking calories and macronutrients to every athlete out there at the beginning.
By doing this, you understand how nutrition works and what macros most foods consist of, as well as how much you actually need.
Now, if you don’t want to track every gram of your food, that’s alright.
Just keep in mind the following things:
- Try to consume a good source of protein such as fish, meat, eggs, whey protein on every meal.
- Stay away from processed foods, which are high in trans-fats and carbs.
- Keep consumption at a minimum (2 glasses of wine per week)
- Training Volume
One of the most crucial (if not the most) factors in your training plan is the TOTAL amount of work done for a given workout.
Volume is the primary driver of adaptations on a muscular and neurological level, and when paired with intensity (exertion), it can give great results.
In your training plan, aim to have 5-15+ working sets, per muscle group, per week.
You’d be on the lower end as a beginner and on the higher end as you advance.
Split this volume into separate training sessions to maximize performance from set to set and, thus, quality volume.
Try it and you will see amazing results for yourself!
Takeaway message
Focus on building your strength by progressing on the compound movements every session.
Implement aerobic exercises in your plan to maintain good cardiovascular health.
Get enough sleep per night to maximize your performance in and outside the gym.
Follow a “proper diet.”
Last but not least, ENJOY what you are doing.
Any questions? Shoot below!
by admin | Jan 7, 2022 | Yoga
what is aromatherapy | aromatherapy benefits
Aromatherapy Is a Unique Form of Massage Therapy
Aromatherapy is a unique form of massage therapy because of the oils that are used during a session. The therapist may use one from more than 90 oils to provide psychological and physical benefits to the body.
Most of the oils used for aromatherapy come from natural ingredients. Examples of these include herbs, powders, hydrosols, sea salts, sugars, clays and mud. In professional therapeutic circles It may be frowned upon when some use synthetic ingredients.
It is widely practiced in the US and in Europe and integrated into holistic treatments. Aside from oils, aromatherapy can be using candles, diffusers and bath salts which allow you to enjoy it in the comforts of your home.
Aromatherapy is used to treat various health conditions. These include allergies, bruises, burns, diarrhoea, bronchitis, colds, earache, energy depletion, flu, headaches, insomnia, menopause, nervousness, scars, sprains, stress, shingles and wounds, to name a few.
For home treatment, you can buy these oils off the shelf and then use them whenever you feel like it. These are easy to spot as they are all packaged in small bottles with the name of the oil and the ingredients that are used. If you are not familiar with the oil, you can open it and smell it to see if it is worth buying. They deal with a whole host of issues.
For a troublesome head cold for example, once you have these amazing oils, you only have to add 2 to 3 drops like eucalyptus, tea tree or rosemary in hot water. You then hold your head over the bowl and then inhale the aroma. Watch your head cold clear in a very short time. For other problems, you can apply oils to baths and compresses.
Aromatherapy per se is not designed to treat any major illness. It is said to only relieve minor problems so before you try aromatherapy, it is best to first consult with a doctor.
However, many people with chronic ills by the efficacy.
If you decide to go for a massage, talk with the practitioner about your medical history and current physical condition. Knowing how you feel is the only way for him or her to determine what oil should be used for the session.
Women who are pregnant or nursing should not undergo aromatherapy without consulting a fully qualified aromatherapist who can advise, as the scents from the oils or the oils themselves, could be harmful to the mother and / or infant. Caution is advised.
For those who want to know more about aromatherapy, they can read it in the amazing books or in blogs on the Internet. There are also classes that cater for people of all levels, so anyone can join, so they can learn how to mix the oils together.
The benefits of aromatherapy as mentioned earlier are psychological and physical because the scent simulates the brain to trigger a reaction and at the same time supply therapeutic relief. A good example is eucalyptus oil which is known to ease congestion.
When the oil is applied to the skin, it is absorbed by the bloodstream and aids in certain other health, beauty and hygiene conditions. It is also uplifting and creates a feeling of energised positivity.
If you want to learn more about aromatherapy, you can also take up classes. Here you will learn how to mix the oils together and create your own concoctions. Most programs will cost a little, plus the materials to be used during the sessions.
Aromatherapy is a unique form of massage therapy because you don’t need physical contact all the time to get relief. You can inhale it or bathe in it. It is truly, a holistic form of healthcare that is worth checking out.
However, as we are focused this month on massage, one has to say that there is nothing quite as healing as the touch of a professional aromatherapist. So, if you are feeling low, do go and get an aromatherapy massage to enhance mind body and spirit.
