Into the Unknown
Unsettled's Official Blog: Musings on the intersection of work, life and adventure in the 21st century.
LATEST STORIES
Reflections From A Revolution: Unsettled Lebanon
“The revolution in Lebanon is peaceful yet fierce, confident yet fragile, national yet personal. It passionately connects people together, and spreads love, motivation, and positivity. It is empathetic to people’s suffering and proactive to their needs. It is here to listen, to discuss, and to educate. It’s also here to cry, to laugh, to chant, .”
Top 5 Reads Before Living Unsettled in Medellin
“Grab a delicious cup of Colombian coffee and start seeing yourself in a city steeped in innovation, cultural vibrancy, and surrounded by the epic greenery of the Andes Mountains.”
You Quit. We Listened. What Have We Learned About Taking The Leap?
From quitting a job, a country, a person, or a habit, we have seen it all. Not only have your stories comforted a gaggle of experienced quitters (yours truly!) but have illuminated a whole slew of shared values that have echoed in every story shared.
Why Learning to Surf in Nicaragua Went Beyond Facing The Waves
“If the urge for self-improvement and embracing the unknown had motivated me to sign up for the trip in the first place, learning to surf was part of seeing that through.”
Why You Need to Eat Pizza in Tokyo
Sushi or ramen may already be on your Tokyo bucket list, but you would be remiss to not throw pizza on their too. We are exploring it all on our weeklong urban adventure through Tokyo this March!
Leaving the Classroom for the School of Life
“These last few months have been life changing. Tell the universe that you are ready and watch how it conspires to make shit happen.”
WORK & TRAVEL INSPIRATION
“I Quit Drinking… And Saved Enough Money To Travel To Bali”
“On January 1, 2019 I made the choice to quit drinking for a year… and with all the money I’ve saved by being sober, I have signed up for Unsettled in Bali in January 2020”
Building a Life You Do Not Need a Vacation From
“I resigned from the company where I had worked for the past 12 years and was eventually about to start living my own dream.”
How I Reclaimed My Digital Nomad Story
“But something that I had learned pretty quickly after leaving New York was that I owed it to myself and no one else to make decisions that would only serve me the best.”
Thoughtfully Quitting with Courage
“Over time, the business changed. Over time I changed. Eventually my attachment to this company felt like quicksand, and I was stuck in an unhealthy and unfulfilling situation. I had to detach myself. I had to let it go.”
Do Something and Do It Big
“My decision to trust, believe in not knowing, and put one foot in front of the other, opened doors I knew were there, but I was too afraid to knock on them or enter.”
Feeling the Robotic Routine? Keyon’s Story of Quitting
“So here I am renewed and refreshed and building again from the truth of my heart and soul, ready to travel the world unhinged.”
How To Live Boldly By Quitting With Intention
“You are not weak to quit. You’re strong. Put yourself first and know when too much is enough.”
Q&A with Photographer & Curator Wesley Verhoeve
Wesley Verhoeve is a photographer and a curator. He is the co-founder of The Observers, where visionary photographers recommend their favorite photo books. He tells timeless stories that move people, while often on the move himself.
ALUMNI VOICES
Nikki Webber Allen
TED Resident and Entrepreneur
Ryan Nichols
Sustainable Building & Design Entrepreneur
Stephanie Stevenson
Business Project Manager
Sasha Valle
Post-Tech-Startup Sabbatical
Zarko Lelovac
Corporate Lawyer
Carrie Thorimbert
Holistic Nutritionist & Self Care Coach
Wes Jordan
Software Tech Leader
Tekisha Harvey
Brand Strategist
Kyle Fiore
Strategic Advertising Planner
Where to next?
Unsettled is a global travel community for those who embrace the unknown and value meaningful human connection. Our mission is to inspire a lifelong pursuit of growth, meaning, and adventure through travel and shared experiences.