This Newari lady was very generous with her time and allowed me and the other fellow photographers to take photos of her during our last photo shoot at Bhaktapur, Nepal. © Diana, The Elephant Soul

Embracing Diversity as an Expat - 4 Ideas to Spend Time Outside the Bubble

Diana July 22, 2019

As expats, we’re fortunate to travel extensively and to meet many people from all walks of life. At the same time, it is easy for us to stay with the same crowd and miss out on opportunities to connect with other circles. In other words: we stay in the bubble.

In this week’s blog, I share 4 ideas to help you spend time outside the expat comfort zone. Are there local festivals or religious ceremonies that are open to the public? Is there a cause that interests you that could help you connect with local organizations? Check these out!

5 Lessons Learned from Starting an Accountability Group Overseas

Diana July 8, 2019

Before I used to think that being able to accomplish things on my own and being self-sufficient were a sign of strength; however, I am glad I recognized the need to be connected to others and that by holding myself accountable to other people I am helping myself and others more effectively.

Here are five lessons learned —so far— from starting an accountability group overseas.

Expat Entrepreneur of the Month - Crystaline Randazzo

Diana July 1, 2019

Thanks to expat entrepreneurs like photographer and filmmaker Crystaline Randazzo, we gather inspiration to pursue our passions wherever we are in the world. Pursuing a creative business with heart and soul is not only possible but mandatory to find happiness in a lifestyle that is often times uncertain and challenging.

It is with great pleasure that we share the interview of this exceptional woman who, after surviving the devastating Haiti earthquake of 2010, readjusted her career path and began to share the life experience of those affected by this disaster and beyond. Almost a decade later, Crystaline Randazzo is expanding her horizons and her projects. This is her story.

Photo by Alex Loup on Unsplash — Photo by Alex Loup on Unsplash

"Outer Order, Inner Calm" - 7 Ways Decluttering Promotes Our Wellbeing

Diana May 13, 2019

For a decade now, I have been regularly getting rid of clothes, books, shoes, magazines, electronics, ornaments, bags, linen, cutlery, homeware, accessories and anything one could possibly accumulate at home. Often times when I buy clothes, I make sure to give away similar items from my closet, that same day. So how is it possible then, that you find yourself in the same situation every year (or every season) again and again?

After recently decluttering my closet à la Marie Kondo, I want to share seven ways it has promoted a sense of wellbeing so far. The task is not finished, but here’s what I have experienced.

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The [Social] Noise Around Us: 5 Ways to Find Contentment in a Busy Social World

Diana February 11, 2019

By being more present in our daily non-digital worlds and seeing all the things we can be grateful for, we will find more contentment and joy. And when we stop comparing ourselves and our lives to the feeds of other people, we will be more contempt knowing that what we have today is not only good enough but precious.

Here are five tips on how to be happy and content in a busy social world without having to give up social media completely.

Embracing Diversity as an Expat - 4 Ideas to Spend Time Outside the Bubble

5 Lessons Learned from Starting an Accountability Group Overseas

Expat Entrepreneur of the Month - Crystaline Randazzo

"Outer Order, Inner Calm" - 7 Ways Decluttering Promotes Our Wellbeing

The [Social] Noise Around Us: 5 Ways to Find Contentment in a Busy Social World

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