Life in Brazil and Perserverence!
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 30oC, hot, sunny and stuffy. As I go through my Monday filled with teaching and learning, I thought of sharing my ongoing journey into the world of filming and content creation. Not too long ago, I bought a gimbal to use with my cell phone for filming. It sounded simple enough, but as it turned out, […]
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 35oC, Sunny and stuffy. Are you someone who enjoys the simple pleasure of being alone? If so, you’ll resonate with my Friday evening ritual, a cherished routine that allows me to unwind, recharge, and embrace the beauty of solitude. As I do every day, I typically begin with an early morning exercise session right at the […]
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 29oC, hot, muggy and stormy. Good Morning, Sunshine! As the sun gently streams through the curtains, another beautiful day unfolds. Today, I wake up with a heart full of gratitude and a sense of excitement for what lies ahead. But what makes today truly special is the inspiration I find right at home – in the […]
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 28oC, hot, unstable and stormy weather. Today kicked off with a hard workout at the end of Leme. The beautiful sunrise and crashing waves provided the perfect backdrop for much-needed exercise. It felt perfect! Once I returned home and had a quick shower, I was ready to take on the day ahead. I spent the entire […]
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 25oC, unstable weather with wind and rain. Rise and shine! Today, we embark on a journey towards financial freedom. As the alarm clock blares and the world is still wrapped in sleep, I find myself already up and ready to conquer the day. However, like many of us, I’m troubled by persistent thoughts about money. Pursuing […]
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 24oC, overcast with the rain continuing. Life is an incredible journey filled with twists and turns, and perhaps the most astonishing aspect is its ever-changing nature. It’s remarkable how we can tuck ourselves into bed, overwhelmed by melancholy and sadness, only to wake up brimming with happiness and enthusiasm the following day. Conversely, we might retire […]
Rio de Janeiro: 29oC, sunny, hot and stuffy. I rose with the sun, eager to embrace the possibilities this year has in store. Today marks the beginning of a new year, and what better way to kick off the first working day than with a refreshing walk along the picturesque Copacabana Beach until the end of Leme? As I walked […]
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 30oC, overcast and a little drizzly. It is a cloudy Wednesday morning as I gaze out of the window of my apartment on Rua Duvivier in Copacabana. I am amid my end-of-year holidays, which I usually take between Christmas and New Year. This time of year is ordinarily slow, with few people interested in learning English. […]