For a long time, I never really thought where I lived was exciting enough to call “home”. I always wanted to travel, to explore, to have adventures, and to feel fulfilled by my surroundings. I wholeheartedly believe some people are better-suited to some places over others; some people don’t want to drive an hour or … Continue reading
Ever since I was fairly young, I’ve had sleeping “problems”. As a teenager, I had full-blown insomnia. I can vividly remember mostly running on 3-4 hours of sleep, which obviously isn’t healthy. I never wanted to not sleep, it just sort of happened. I sometimes liken my brain to a computer – it’s analytical and … Continue reading
I’ve always had a habitual need to listen to my body, both literally and metaphorically. Whenever I’d eat anything that made my stomach upset, I’d make a mental note and discard it from my lifestyle. The same has become true of other important things in life – “friends”, jobs, and opportunities. Not all opportunities are … Continue reading
Today is, for lack of better words, a day to celebrate families. In Canada, it’s called “family day”, which is a literal and accurate representation of what this day is supposed to be all about. It might be Canada’s best statutory holiday if only because it feels like a free three-day weekend; in a country … Continue reading
February in Toronto tends to be a month of “downs”. The skies are greyer, the air is an awkward mix of cool and humid, and the days are shorter. However, the first week of February is also a great time for culinary explorations. Here, the city’s famous “Winterlicious” is in full force. “Winterlicious” is a sort … Continue reading
I’m the same person I was when I was 6 or 7 years old. I’ve always been highly motivated by a desire to do something “greater” for the world, rather than achieving things for personal pride or pleasure. I don’t think a day has gone by where I haven’t thought, “I want to make x, … Continue reading
A lot of times, we find ourselves in a difficult position. We may be working at a job that makes us feel unmotivated, or be stuck in an otherwise difficult life situation that doesn’t seem easy to transition away from. For a lot of travel-lovers, this includes the strong desire to travel, see the world, … Continue reading
I’ve always longed for a day when I could buy a high-end trip to a “high-end” destination and not worry about having to plan out certain details. I’ll admit that while a part of me is very “minimalistic”, another part of me really likes “luxurious” things, too. Owning an excessive amount of things doesn’t appeal … Continue reading
One sunny day in Madrid, my student’s mother had told me, “I wish I had travelled more when I was your age”. She was clearly content with her life now, but what she said had made me wonder if she had let her fear overtake her when she decided against something she may have wanted. There … Continue reading
For the past year and a half, I’ve been residing in one of the most interesting areas in the Greater Toronto Area. Etobicoke, which is located in West Toronto, is close to both downtown Toronto and downtown Mississauga. I’ve had an incredible experience here, due to its proximity to the lake, the subway, and its … Continue reading
The Rooted Traveller 