Thoughtful Thursday – December 15, 2016

Quick Summary 

In this article, you will learn about Andrew Scott’s weekly roundup of travel and self-improvement content. Highlights include a guide on the most affordable Christmas markets in Europe, insights on how millennials prioritize travel over homeownership, and personal development tips such as overcoming psychological barriers and initiating conversations with strangers. Additionally, the article offers professional advice for recent graduates and a new approach to productivity that challenges traditional to-do lists.

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 15, 2016

Travel 

-Which is the cheapest Christmas market in Europe for a weekend break for two? Find out here.

-Travel more important to millennials that buying a home or paying off debt, research shows.

-On how the world get’s smaller when you travel, by Sarah Kim.

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Personal Improvement 

 –Destroying Yourself Psychologically: a How-To Guide, via Vincent McCarty.

–A powerful hack to become who you want to be, backed by research.

–4 Ways to start a conversation with a stranger, via Todd Brison. 

Professional Development 

-Some great advice for the recent graduate (or anyone broke, in between things, or living at home), courtesy of Austin Kelon.

–Why not to use to-do lists. An incredibly interesting—and thought-provoking—strategy on how to get things done, from Shane Parrish.

-A must read: how to stand stand on the shoulders of giants and take advantage of all the information around you.

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.