And no, my family is not ‘filthy rich’ for having given me the chance to study at DLSU. It’s commonly around 16-18 I was just a special case. NOTE: By the way, for those asking, it’s not common for Filipino students to start college at the age of 15. I love numbers anyway, so it will be fine! And it’s a good school too. It was definitely a course that I had no interest in but I was all, “Meh, okay. In no time, I was enrolled in a prestigious school in Manila, Philippines under a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy - a similar path that my older brother was put in. This is why the inevitable happened: my mom made the choice for me (this is also what usually happens when you come from a traditional Asian family). Nothing seemed to fit me and I wasn’t even brave enough yet to choose for myself. You could say that I was a ‘ jill of all trades and a master of none‘ kind of gal. The short answer? With the help of the internet.Ģ007:I was 15*, and like most people my age, I didn’t know what I wanted to do - what I did know was that I enjoyed doing a LOT of things: journalism, music, computer, art, business, finance, science, etc. So on to the golden question… HOW exactly was I able to quit my job and travel the world? It will just be tough at first (oh yes sir, it will) but it is NEVER impossible, and I am here to help guide you to do the same. Nevertheless, I hope it gives you comfort to know that I am a living example of how a life of travel IS possible, no matter the unfavorable circumstances of one’s life. That’s why please trust me when I say that I know how overwhelming it can be to aim and plan for such a HUGE life-changing decision even more so when you are raised with a strict upbringing and/or come from a poor financial background (like me). I’ve read through all of these emails and somehow… almost every sender’s sentiments have reminded me of my past 20-year old self who was overwhelmed with the desire to leave the corporate rat race to do more of what she loves and yet, she felt ‘stuck’ to the standard 9-to-5 grind because she has no other choice for making a living. I know you posted a lot of travel tips, but I still wanted to reach out and say a personal message because you inspired me in so many ways!Įver since I posted an article about the best travel jobs, my inbox exploded with messages from readers all over the world who shared their stories and griefs (just like this letter from Kim - thank YOU for taking the time!). I just really want to gain the freedom to travel the world, get paid at the same time, and just be… HAPPY.
. I AM NOT A VERY ADVENTUROUS PERSON ON THE JOB. HOW TO
You have been living this dream of mine and your journey has been inspiring! I want to do the same soon and quit my job, but I have no money nor the confidence and know-how on how to start. Hi Aileen! I am one of your followers and I’m reaching out because I want to ask for your advice on how to travel the world.
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