Author: Stephen Macintyre

I've been writing since 2008 about a wide range of topics. I also love making furniture in my spare time, and birdwatching with my wife near our home in southern England.

Travelling is an experience, not just in terms of the number of places you tick off your bucket list, but also in the lessons you learn along the way that end up changing your life. You learn not only how to explore outwards, but also how to explore inwards. This is why travelling is such an integral part of a rich, wholesome life — this dynamic of outer and inner exploration is what keeps one’s soul eternally youthful. And here are four places to do just that.

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Breathtaking beaches and picturesque palaces—these are probably your reasons for planning a trip to Thailand. But what you might not know, is that this Southeast Asian country has something even more fascinating to offer. Kwao Krua Kao (White Kwao Krua), scientifically called Pueraria mirifica, is commonly used as an elixir in traditional Thai medicine. In fact, for centuries, women throughout Thailand have been relying on this plant to stay young, beautiful, and full of life. No, we’re not kidding at all. Once you’ve spent a bit of time in the country, you’ll notice that locals don’t look their age—and there’s even this…

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The COVID-19 outbreak came as a shock to many people. Every person has been affected in one way or the other by the coronavirus pandemic. A lot of individuals have lost their jobs, and many struggle with anxiety, especially because this pandemic didn’t come with an expiry date. Many people are scared for their health and assume that every cold symptom is the virus itself. Parents are getting frustrated as they now must balance working from home with being a teacher to their kids. 

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