I've been working as a freelance writer for the last five years, albeit not yet full time. What I've learned is that writing is, in the words of Lean In, not a ladder, but a jungle gym. There's no direct path to where you want to be, no perfect job or internship that opens doors. You make … [Read more...] about How to Thrive as a Freelance Writer
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What I Learned in College
My degree is a Bachelor's in Political Science from the College of Charleston, currently framed and leaned against my closet door, gathering dust since 2010. I'm frequently asked why I got that degree and by some, why I wasted my parents' money on a degree I wasn't even going to use. I sometimes … [Read more...] about What I Learned in College
Regrets and Illness on Koh Tao
From the moment the ferry got close to Koh Tao, I was already filled with regret. After spending the last week and a half on Koh Samui for my friend's wedding, I thought I'd had enough island time, but that wasn't the case. While parts of Koh Samui were certainly beautiful, particularly the area … [Read more...] about Regrets and Illness on Koh Tao
Visiting Saigon’s Reunification Palace
It took a month of seeing all of Vietnam, from the stalls of Hanoi to the quiet shores of Mui Ne, to fully appreciate the country. So when we arrived in Saigon, I felt like I needed to cap off the experience with as much history and culture as possible. Saigon's Independence Palace, known also as … [Read more...] about Visiting Saigon’s Reunification Palace
My Favorite Cafes in Southeast Asia
Digital nomads love the cafes in Southeast Asia for their quality coffee, fast WiFi and space to work in. Sammi and I found ourselves spending lots of time in these cafes, whether it be killing hours before an overnight train or simply taking the chance to cool off in the air conditioning. I was … [Read more...] about My Favorite Cafes in Southeast Asia