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Category: Kingston’s Journey
“Why I Choose Africa” Kingston’s Journey #73
Thoughts and reasoning on why I made the move to Africa.
“High Hopes” (A Personal Video)
https://youtu.be/7y423b6w5o8 Just a few notes before heading to Africa. Won't reveal my plans yet but it's the only prospect I have right now. I recall the story of a Spanish Conquistador burning his ships when landing in the new world to motivate his men. Just food for thought No Retreat
“Smuggling Guitars Onto Planes: A Comprehensive Guide” Kingston’s Journey #72
All I learned traveling with a guitar for the past few months.
“Asian American Perspective on Latin America” Kingston’s Journey #71
This ones a bit different. I'll be sharing my direct experience and thoughts on being Asian American in Latin America. I spent much of the initial global lockdown in 2 Latin countries, Mexico & Brazil, 5 different states in the former and 4 in the later from April to September 2020. This topic seems under-covered …
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“5 Big Questions” Kingston’s Journey #70
Before the end of every section of this global odyssey, I like to ask myself 5 big questions. I did the same after finishing the SE Asia section, now I will do so with this (shortened) Latin American leg.
“On Kindness and Weakness” Kingston’s Journey #69
It is better to start out as being harder and firmer then you would like to be and gradually soften up a bit to show that you can be kind as well, but only after establishing a solid first impression that you are willing and able to be stern
“Getting What You’re Worth” Kingston’s Journey #68
There's a difference therefore, between knowing what your worth and getting what you're worth. And that difference makes all the difference in the world. From the Michael Jordans to everyone else is akin to comparing the heights of mountains and valleys.
“Arrogant Ignorance & Humble Knowledge” Kingston’s Journey #67
When I was taken out of my element (and still am) is when I had not only learned the most paradoxically, but have had the most fulfilling experiences.
“Straight Arrows Become Broken Arrows” Kingston’s Journey #66
As the world is not black and white. Being rigid and inflexible serves only to hurt and disappoint those who follow this path.
