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10 places to go when you feel lost and directionless in life
self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 17/01/2026 self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 17/01/2026

10 places to go when you feel lost and directionless in life

Where to go when you feel lost in life? Places that create space for clarity, reflection, and calm to help you work things out.

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8 self-improvement vacation ideas for personal growth
self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 03/01/2026 self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 03/01/2026

8 self-improvement vacation ideas for personal growth

I’ve put together the different types of self-improvement vacations you can explore, from gentle wellness retreats to solo travel and life-reset trips.

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Different types of personal growth retreats to explore in the new year
self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 01/01/2026 self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 01/01/2026

Different types of personal growth retreats to explore in the new year

Exploring different personal growth retreat experiences and how intentional time away supports reflection.

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How does travel support our personal growth?
self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 24/12/2025 self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 24/12/2025

How does travel support our personal growth?

How does travelling help with personal growth? This post explores the ways travel can help us grow across different across different areas of life.

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Why revisiting your favourite places is worth it
self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 22/12/2025 self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 22/12/2025

Why revisiting your favourite places is worth it

Why returning to familiar places can feel more rewarding than chasing novelty, and what research says about revisiting destinations.

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Why do we travel to different places? – travel on the mind
self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 20/12/2025 self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 20/12/2025

Why do we travel to different places? – travel on the mind

Why do we travel to different places? Exploring the motivations and reasons behind travel, from curiosity and happiness to healing and wonder.

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travel, self-discovery Joanne Tai 17/11/2025 travel, self-discovery Joanne Tai 17/11/2025

40 quotes about travel therapy from The Happy Life Checklist

Celebrating travel, nature and everyday joys with travel-related quotes from Amy Spencer’s The Happy Life Checklist.

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A guide to travel as therapy to feel better through exploration
self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 14/10/2025 self-discovery, travel Joanne Tai 14/10/2025

A guide to travel as therapy to feel better through exploration

Travel to heal – that’s what travel therapy is all about. But how does it work, why does it work, and how can you make the most of it?

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10 nature activities for better mental health
self-discovery Joanne Tai 10/10/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 10/10/2025

10 nature activities for better mental health

Boost your mood, feel more grounded, and nurture your wellbeing with these simple nature activities that support mental health and can be tried every day.

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9 Ways to Live a Simple Life in a Modern World
minimalism, self-discovery Joanne Tai 26/07/2025 minimalism, self-discovery Joanne Tai 26/07/2025

9 Ways to Live a Simple Life in a Modern World

This post is a collection of easy simple living tips for creating a simple life in a modern world – small practices you can try wherever you are.

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Scoliosis & Working as a Seafarer aboard Cruise Ships
seafaring, self-discovery Joanne Tai 09/06/2025 seafaring, self-discovery Joanne Tai 09/06/2025

Scoliosis & Working as a Seafarer aboard Cruise Ships

I forget I have scoliosis – until a photo or a medical exam reminds me. Life as a seafarer aboard cruise ships means proving I’m fit for duty, again and again.

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15 Real-Life Procrastination Examples That Are More Common Than You Think
self-discovery Joanne Tai 05/06/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 05/06/2025

15 Real-Life Procrastination Examples That Are More Common Than You Think

These real-life procrastination examples reveal the everyday habits that quietly sabotage your progress – plus quick, practical fixes to move past them.

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Books Used to Be My World – Why I Stopped Reading
self-discovery Joanne Tai 14/05/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 14/05/2025

Books Used to Be My World – Why I Stopped Reading

I used to love books, but now I can’t focus. Between screen time, stress, and overthinking, here’s why I stopped reading – and why it’s so hard to start again.

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Still Don’t Know What I’m Doing, But Here I Am
self-discovery Joanne Tai 27/04/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 27/04/2025

Still Don’t Know What I’m Doing, But Here I Am

I don’t know what I’m doing most days – and that’s okay. A story about failing, faking it, and figuring life out one messy step at a time. You’re not alone.

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How to Get Your Creativity Back When It Feels Lost
self-discovery Joanne Tai 26/04/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 26/04/2025

How to Get Your Creativity Back When It Feels Lost

When was the last time you felt truly creative – not productive, not impressive, just you? What would help you invite a bit more of that feeling back now?

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When You Have the Time, Where Does the Focus Go?
self-discovery Joanne Tai 22/04/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 22/04/2025

When You Have the Time, Where Does the Focus Go?

More time doesn’t always mean more focus. Learn how to manage your energy, not your time – by working with your natural rhythm, not forcing productivity.

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The Smallest Things that Help on the Hardest Days
self-discovery Joanne Tai 20/04/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 20/04/2025

The Smallest Things that Help on the Hardest Days

On the hardest days, you don’t have to pretend to be okay. Your job is to pause. To notice what feels heavy inside. To take care of yourself in small ways.

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21 Types of Vibes You’ll Recognise Once You Notice Them
self-discovery Joanne Tai 13/04/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 13/04/2025

21 Types of Vibes You’ll Recognise Once You Notice Them

An exploration of the types of vibes we notice immediately – from warm personal energy to environmental moods – even if we can’t always explain why.

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