Thoughtful Thursday – December 1, 2016

Quick Summary 

Get inspired with the latest Thoughtful Thursday roundup, featuring top content on travel, self-improvement, and professional development. Discover how to overcome fears, cultivate positivity, and make great first impressions, along with fascinating travel stories and tips for intentional journeys.

Thoughtful Thursday

Hey friends,

Every Thursday I post the latest and greatest content related to travel and self-improvement that I’ve found throughout the week. 

It could include articles, videos, podcasts, books, photographs, or any other sort of thought-inducing content I may come across. 

No matter the medium, you can expect to find excellence—and a renewed drive to achieve all that you can in life—right here.

-Andrew

Week of December 1, 2016

Travel 

–Lake Como, Italy: Everyone loves it, from Roman emperors to movie stars

–Joining remote year: the itch that became a rash, courtesy of Jono Lee

–A fascinating essay about one man’s journey to visit the gorillas of Rwanda.

Personal Improvement

 –Here are 33 powerful ways to cover your fears right now, courtesy of WakeUpCloud.

-Looking to drastically improve your quality of life? Here are 37 ways meditation can do just that.

-Staying positive isn’t always easy. Here are 8 ways to remain upbeat regardless of what is going on around you, courtesy of Matt Mayberry of Matt Mayberry Enterprises. 

Professional Development

-This is the one thing successful people do differently.

-A Harvard psychologist says this trait matters most: 10 ways to make a great first impression.

 About the Author

Andrew Scott is the founder of Authentic Traveling and a travel educator who has traveled to over 30 countries. He believes in helping individuals discover deeper, more intentional journeys, with a focus on mental preparedness and purpose-driven travel.