Learn As You Go LLC

09/06/2021

https://www.edx.org/course/the-science-of-happiness-3?utm_source=braze&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Sunday_Course_Roundup_20210905

The first MOOC to teach positive psychology. Learn science-based principles and practices for a happy, meaningful life.

08/24/2021

Believe it or not, virtual tours are a super resourceful way to prepare for future travels, especially when you follow these pro tips inspired by Heygo’s free, real-time virtual tour offerings.

04/25/2021

“Once you've become acquainted with a place, your imagination can always transport you right back.”

It all started with Menudo. Sure, Google would have you believe it's a hearty Mexican soup, but it was also a fantastic '80s boy band whose most famous member

04/19/2021

Thank you Barbara Winter for sharing this ....

Every freelance writer agrees that seeing their name in print for the first time is exhilarating. So are the perks that come along with the job, as well as receiving that first invitation to an all-inclusive press trip.

04/17/2021

“Of course, much of what draws people to travel is just that: the unknown. Traveling means letting go and accepting that it’s impossible to fully control one’s environment.”

It wasn’t a cure for my agoraphobia, but it was a beginning.

04/16/2021

12. Always Be Learning
Travel Writer Scott Kendall never stops learning...Thank you! Barbara Winter for sharing

I'm a Travel Writer - I've traveled 1000s of miles, written 100s of articles, taken 1000s of photos & made100s of friends. It's an adventure?

04/04/2021

“A global mindset is defined as the ability to recognize, read, and adapt to cultural signals, both overt and subtle, so that your effectiveness isn’t compromised when you’re dealing with people from different backgrounds. This requires you to know yourself, your work style, and your leadership style, and then learn to recognize behaviors in others and what those might mean in the workplace. If you have enough self-understanding and cultural awareness, you’re then able to adapt your styles for greater success when working in a diverse environment. Put simply, personal development is at the core of a global mindset.”
https://www.rw-3.com/blog/the-six-steps-to-leading-with-a-global-mindset

Ways to learn to succeed with a global mindset.

04/04/2021

“Five Ways Selfies Enrich Your Life

For clarity, let's enumerate why selfies are good things.”

Here are 8 tips for taking a great selfie. Selfies are important in life as well as in solo travel. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

01/22/2021

“As a researcher, Layard has been at the forefront of encouraging nations to prioritize people’s well-being, not just economic prosperity—and to use data-driven methods for figuring out what policies most impact happiness. His latest initiative is a book called The Origins of Happiness, in which he and his coauthors report on several large, longitudinal studies looking at human development over the lifespan. Some of the findings are surprising and point to counterintuitive ways to foster happiness.” https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_government_policies_make_us_happier

World happiness expert Richard Layard explains why policymakers need to focus on improving mental health and human relationships, not just the economy.

01/12/2021

“Learning untranslatable words is realizing that something you can’t easily name exists and matters. It’s not a mere question of linguistics, but of bringing attention to peculiar angles of our human experience. It reassures us that our feelings are global. More than anything, it’s an exercise of empathy and understanding.”

Learning words in other languages that have no translation in our own reassures us that our feelings are global, writes Beatriz Vasconcellos.

11/29/2020

https://www.limeade.com/en/blog/david-niu-careercation/

If you could go anywhere in the world for six months, would you? In our latest installment of our Limeade expert speaker series (LESS), we heard from an entrepreneur that inspired us to do just that.

11/29/2020

https://www.lifehack.org/536478/neuroscientist-says-when-you-travel-your-brain-reacts-special-way

How getting away from it all on a regular basis can improve your brain function for years to come.

11/29/2020

https://adventures.com/blog/brain-magic-with-travel/

Scientists Now Agree: New Experiences Make Your Brain Healthier

08/05/2020

“While the future is uncertain, approaching the world as a traveler can make us less afraid. It opens our minds, it opens our hearts, and it enriches our lives. I am confident that, sooner or later, we’ll be planning trips and packing our bags again. In the meantime, I’ll be patient and continue to embrace life with the traveler’s spirit here at home.”

For the past 30 years, I’ve spent every summer abroad in Europe. Now I’ve realized that traveling isn’t just a pastime—it’s a mindset.

03/22/2020

Now is a great time to practice the “art of anticipation.”
Se réjouir which means to “capture the experience of deriving enjoyment in the present from anticipating the future.”

From:
Anticipation Is the Happiest Part of a Travel Journey
Looking ahead brings more joy than looking back
According to a 2010 psychological study about the connection between anticipation and happiness that was published in the journal Applied Research in Quality of Life, just planning or anticipating your trip can make you happier than actually taking it. The authors of the study, researchers from the Netherlands, interviewed 1,530 people, including 974 vacationers, and found that the vacationers felt most happy before their trips.

It turns out, too, that there is an art to anticipation. Elizabeth Dunn, a professor of psychology at the University of British Columbia and a leading happiness researcher, says that savoring is an active—not passive—process. Immersing yourself by reading poetry and novels, watching films and television programs, and browsing design and fashion blogs that are either from or about the place you plan to visit encourages you to not only learn about your destination but to dream, allowing your mind to latch on to some concrete details....

Amplifying the anticipation aspect
Happiness scholars attest that being social is a fundamental way to feel happier. So among the most effective methods for giving your trip-anticipation happiness an extra measure of pleasure is to talk with your friends about your upcoming travels or post about them on social media. People like each other better when they discuss experiential purchases as opposed to talking about material things.
The French have a verb for the happiness engendered by anticipation: se réjouir. It means to “capture the experience of deriving enjoyment in the present from anticipating the future.”

https://www.nathab.com/blog/anticipation-is-the-happiest-part-of-a-travel-journey/

Science shows us that anticipation is the most joyful part of any travel journey. In fact, we're happier planning trips than reminiscing about them.

03/22/2020

The Happiest Part Of Your Vacation Isn't What You Think
How about that?
“But the happiest part of your vacation actually happens way before you ever step foot in your destination.
According to a 2010 study published in the journal Applied Research in Quality of Life, just planning or anticipating your trip can make you happier than actually taking it.”

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.huffpost.com/entry/how-to-make-the-most-of-vacation_n_5755b42ae4b0eb20fa0e906d/amp

How about that?

12/20/2019

Bored of eggnog? Sick of cider? Here are nine scrumptious end-of-year beverages to sip on from across the globe

11/19/2019

Are you coming to ur International Education Week next week?
Tag a friend and get ready to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.

🥳Visit geo.unm.edu for more information.

11/14/2019

We challenged one local New Yorker to spend a week revisiting (and recounting) all her favorite places in the city.

11/13/2019

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.countryliving.com/uk/wellbeing/amp23769694/coorie-scottish-trend/

It's about simplicity and balance

11/09/2019

11/07/2019

Sol the Suncat is real! Get over to Catopia Cat Cafe and scoop up this little bundle of fun! Too cute!

10/27/2019

Your family ancestry could open the door to new places around the globe.

10/06/2019

9. Keep a Phrasebook
Keeping a handwritten phrasebook about keywords and phrases learned throughout your travels is a great way to save a little bit of culture in your back pocket and document your year abroad. It’s something you can continue to add to or pull out when you need a reference. If you’re not interested in the handwritten lifestyle, create a Google doc or online document so you can have access at any time.

10. Master a Language
There’s perhaps no better or more practical token of your year abroad than a new language. In fact, more than 63% of North Americans planning to study abroad cite language as their primary motivator. Your language skills will not only make you more employable but will forever connect you with the land and people in this chapter in your life.

Embarking on a gap year or study abroad? Your experience is sure to be filled with many firsts and memorable moments. From vlogging to Instagram, here's how to document your year abroad.

10/01/2019

“I live to capture those in-between moments that would otherwise go unnoticed.”

Photo by photo, our images show us the world's limitless potential — that each hour is ours, that bus-ride conversations can quickly turn into friendships, and that a meal can be more than simply eating. Seeing these photographs in print brings us back to where we once stood, danced, or rested our heads.

09/28/2019

“10 Skills You Learn Traveling Abroad - And How They Apply To Business
In a globalized world, how well-rounded can an applicant be without travel?”

https://www.google.com/amp/s/m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_57d882eee4b047401d046886/amp

In a globalized world, how well-rounded can an applicant be without travel?

09/28/2019

Resilience and grit very often learned and cultivated during travel....

“AQ: Adversity quotient
The gauge of how a person responds to difficult situations.”

Think it’s all about IQ? Think again. Researchers are learning more about the many types of human intelligence, and how we all measure up.

09/28/2019

5 Reasons to Hire a Candidate Who Has Worked Abroad
1. They adapt to new environments.
Being able to adapt to a new environment is an essential part of working abroad. For some people this comes naturally while for others it can feel like they’ve been thrown in the deep end. Spending an extended period of time abroad shows resilience and an ability to grow into a place that is completely different to what they are used to. In a new workplace, you can expect candidates who have worked abroad to dive straight in and rise to the challenge of being in a new environment.
2. They’re familiar with change.
Those who choose to work abroad are no strangers to change. Moving abroad brings about changes in all aspects of a person’s life, from the place they live right down to the food they eat. For those who have lived abroad, change is normal and natural. They’re not afraid of leaving their comfort zone and won’t be deterred by new changes in the workplace–in fact, they’ll likely be on board with them!
3. They think creatively.
Leaving a comfort zone and working abroad inspires creative thinking. In order to cope with the changes to everyday life and routines, those who work abroad need to come up with new approaches. By immersing themselves in new cultures, those who live abroad are more adept at changing their way of thinking and seeing things from a different perspective. Creativity and innovation are the driving force behind successful companies, making creative thinking a highly desirable quality for employers.
4. They are more emotionally tuned in.
All cultures are different, and to work abroad it’s important to learn to respect the customs, values, mannerisms and different ways of doing things. While in the U.S. and the UK we can speak directly, in Asia communication is more tactful and implicit. Get to the point too quickly and you might come off as rude, but take your time and you’ll have made a better connection with a co-worker. Learning to be sensitive to others can make a candidate a more aware and receptive employee and colleague.
5. They can work independently.
More often than not, candidates who have worked abroad will have made the decision to do so independently. Making such a bold move on your own steam, coping with the transition of being in a new place, adapting to a different way of doing things, and being on your own when you first arrive abroad, takes a lot of independence and self-motivation. Employers can be sure that candidates who have worked abroad are able to take the initiative and do what needs to be done without having their hand held.
https://www.allbusiness.com/5-reasons-hire-candidate-worked-abroad-24131-1.html

Forward-thinking employers know that job candidates who've spent time working abroad develop valuable skills which can be an asset to companies at home.

09/28/2019

10 reasons employers love graduates who have studied abroad
3. Cultural awareness
"Culture" is a very loosely defined term, and may apply to many aspects of the job you're seeking. Employees may come from different cultural backgrounds; potential clients may be based abroad, and have different cultural customs; and your job may have its own particular work culture. The ability to absorb and adapt to new cultures is highly desirable, as is a cultural sensitivity that is often demanded of people when they study abroad. Hopefully you picked that one up!

https://www.studyinternational.com/help-and-advice/10-reasons-employers-love-graduates-who-have-studied-abroad

Studying abroad is not only a fantastic way of developing personally, a way to make new friends from all over the world and a means of traveli

09/20/2019

“Millennials and Travel: Experiences Over Material Possessions
Most people around the world categorize travel as a luxury expense, however for millennials, it’s part of their identity.”

Most people around the world categorize travel as a luxury expense, however for millennials, it’s part of their identity. Research shows that millennials travel at an average of 35 days a year, more than any other generation. This age group places travel above spending money on luxury items, foste...

09/20/2019

“Slow travel encourages the modern-day traveller to turn down the tempo, practice being present and to enjoy the luxury of time. It’s not about arriving at a destination and rushing through a checklist of experiences and sites in a blurred flurry, but rather taking the time to connect to the destination, taste the local food, experience the culture and wildlife and return to your home country refreshed,”

09/20/2019

“...your travel experiences are part of who you are.”

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.sciencetimes.com/amp/articles/21575/20190511/true-happiness-lies-in-traveling-not-material-things-says-study.htm

The happiness associated with traveling will become a mainstay in your psyche, as shopping gives a rather short lived feeling of happiness.

09/20/2019

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.entrepreneur.com/amphtml/294163

That fancy car in your driveway probably doesn't make you smile as often as remembering your honeymoon.

09/14/2019

...but the rules don't say anything about the size of the animal, and as you can see from this picture, some people got really creative in order to avoid paying a fine.