The Start.
The idea behind this website was for me to start creating a stronger sense of community. For me to work through my thoughts and really understanding the ideals and positions that I created for myself
It is my blog, my story, and my perspective. A free and safe space for me to express and understand myself... and possibly a way to get to know others in the process.
The Concept.
The general idea behind this is that every person draws an imaginary circle around themselves and their lives. Inside that circle is everything that each person holds dear. It may contain the people in your life, such as yourself, your family, your friends, and current, past, and future romantic partners. It may contain your most prized possessions, causes that you champion, and many other things.
As you grow and change that circle will become larger and smaller over time. This comes from situations of personal growth, loss, heartache, changes in the environment, values, and much, much more.
The most important idea here is that we learn to accept what our resources are, what our inhibitions are, what we can give, and what support we are willing to take. We need to learn how to change the things we can and accept we cannot. It's important to know how to let people in, and if the time comes, learn to accept it when they leave. This is a struggle that does not always come easily. From grief to breakups, miscommunication, and circumstances beyond your control, we make choices every day that can change our lives in an instant.
Eventually, I hope that I am able to better control the size of my circle, grow my community and that I could help others to do the same. This is meant to be a place for my story. A work-in-progress of sorts. Hopefully some good will come of it, and the world will be better for it.
The Inspiration.
I'm sure this idea has been championed many places, but there are two particular quotes in pop culture that always stuck with me:
"You all have a little bit of 'I want to save the world' in you, that's why you're here, in college. I want you to know that it's okay if you only save one person, and it's okay if that person is you"
- Anonymous
Words of wisdom from the internet.
- Anonymous
Words of wisdom from the internet.
“A good man draws a circle around himself and cares for those within – his woman, his children. Other men draw a larger circle and bring within their brothers and sisters. But some men have a great destiny. They must draw around themselves a circle that includes many, many more. Your father was one of those men. You must decide for yourself whether you are as well.”
- 10,000 BC, Cliff Curtis (Tic'Tic)
- 10,000 BC, Cliff Curtis (Tic'Tic)
About me.
Growing up I always wanted to be an adventurer or an explorer. I had it in me that people should constantly chase happiness and be idealistic, and that philosophy never really went away. This of course, has caused me nothing but problems as I struggled to fit in a world that constantly compromises for better or for worse.
In my life, I am and have been an environmental scientist, bookseller, backpacker, and volunteer. I love creating, the outdoors, travel, and connecting with like-minded people on how to better ourselves and the planet. I aspire to be the best version of myself and I hope that this idea is contagious.
Currently, I run this site and www.travelpoorly.com check them out!
Growing up I always wanted to be an adventurer or an explorer. I had it in me that people should constantly chase happiness and be idealistic, and that philosophy never really went away. This of course, has caused me nothing but problems as I struggled to fit in a world that constantly compromises for better or for worse.
In my life, I am and have been an environmental scientist, bookseller, backpacker, and volunteer. I love creating, the outdoors, travel, and connecting with like-minded people on how to better ourselves and the planet. I aspire to be the best version of myself and I hope that this idea is contagious.
Currently, I run this site and www.travelpoorly.com check them out!
Testimonials
“Matt is an adventurous soul who always looks for the silver lining. He is constantly trying new things and challenging himself.”
— Current Girlfriend, 2020
— Current Girlfriend, 2020
“Adventurous, bold, off the cuff.”
— Casey Grace Taylor, Ms.
— Casey Grace Taylor, Ms.
“Matt is an extremely adventurous guy. He is friendly, charismatic, and easy going. Read his website.”
— Caitlin Lopez, Ms.
— Caitlin Lopez, Ms.
