Introducing myself and my journal

About Me:
Although I have lived most of my life in the same place, I am always on the move - meeting, learning, creating, starting, finishing, growing, helping and especially traveling.
I work at a desk job in marketing and come home every day to my little silver cat named Orion.
I run a website that's aimed at empowering women to travel the world (www.girlswhotravel.org) and I host a podcast that interviews everyday people doing interesting things in my city (www.yourchicagopodcast.com)
I keep my passport ready should the opportunity arise but believe that travel can take place just a block from your home.
Until recently, I subsisted on turkey sandwiches and mac & cheese but have turned over a new leaf and am learning how to not just cook, but cook healthy. It's pretty awesome.
I just finished my first novel.
I live and breathe yoga.

My Passions:
travel, yoga, social justice, women's empowerment

My Challenges:
So much to do, so little time. If I don't prioritize and accept my limitations, I get overwhelmed and burnt out very quickly!

My Vision for the Future:
lokah samastah sukhino bhavantu - may all beings everywhere be happy and free. Think we can do it?

My Areas of Expertise:
Marketing, social media, writing