Honestly, we haven’t even scratched the surface here in Chiang Mai yet. It’s day 10 and we are feeling more settled and getting our bearings of the city though.

After clearing up some projects, we are setting up more time and space for creativity and relaxation with our writing, photos and videos, plus other endeavors.

I feel much more relaxed and in flow here. Stress melted away almost immediately and now that the initial challenges of moving to a new city on the other side of the world have worn off, I’m sinking deeper into a constant calm. A few days ago I read and completed a book I found in a cafe within a few hours. It may seem simple, but based on my life for the last while it was revolutionary for me.

It’s something I honestly haven’t had on a consistent basis in Vancouver as the pressures were so high from my environment and myself. Yet with experience and a different perspective, I know better now.

A clear head and calm spirit is where the best work comes from. Life is meant to be lived from that state. Unfortunately too much of our modern society attempts to pull us away from that, so it’s important to take time to reset.
Where are you at right now? Do you need to reset? #insightsofbryce #newlynomads http://ift.tt/2t9CcB3

Honestly, we haven’t even scratched the surface here in Chiang Mai yet. It’s day 10 and we are feeling more settled and getting our bearings of the city though.

After clearing up some projects, we are setting up more time and space for creativity and relaxation with our writing, photos and videos, plus other endeavors.

I feel much more relaxed and in flow here. Stress melted away almost immediately and now that the initial challenges of moving to a new city on the other side of the world have worn off, I’m sinking deeper into a constant calm. A few days ago I read and completed a book I found in a cafe within a few hours. It may seem simple, but based on my life for the last while it was revolutionary for me.

It’s something I honestly haven’t had on a consistent basis in Vancouver as the pressures were so high from my environment and myself. Yet with experience and a different perspective, I know better now.

A clear head and calm spirit is where the best work comes from. Life is meant to be lived from that state. Unfortunately too much of our modern society attempts to pull us away from that, so it’s important to take time to reset.
Where are you at right now? Do you need to reset? #insightsofbryce #newlynomads http://ift.tt/2upN9in

“Mistakes are almost always of a sacred nature.” - Salvador Dali ✨

This hits home with what I think is one of the core shifts in my mindset that I’ve developed over the last few years. One that looks at every setback, challenge or mistake as part of the journey and way to where you are meant to go. They are meant to be celebrated rather than dreaded.
The time and energy that I had previously wasted looking back too long with regret no longer happens. Or at least it’s been reduced significantly and replaced with forward thinking of what the next decision or move will be.
Right now, I’m closing a chapter on one of those decisions and in the midst of deciding what’s next. Grateful that I had the experiences and opportunity to develop this mindset, so that I can continue down my path - rather than looking in the rearview mirror. #insightsofbryce #newlynomads http://ift.tt/2ugOlV1

Thailand is proving to be, beautifully, everything we were hoping it would be. ✨🔥🍍 Of course this new journey comes with a whole new set of challenges, like our stomachs adjusting, trying to avoid pounds of sugar or milk every day and staying grounded in this new environment that’s so different from life in Vancouver.
Overall though, I’m feeling the weight lift off my shoulders from the insane level of expenses and our ability to live more comfortably on this side of the world. More time to relax, experience the world around us (with and without a lens), and live slowly.
On this same day we took our first songtaew trip into the old city of Chiang Mai, got our first authentic Thai massage and saw our first few glimpses of the temples in this city which led us to this awe inspiring ceremony as the sun went down.
There’s much more to see, do, and learn. #insightsofbryce #newlynomads http://ift.tt/2tyaEEm

We’re in Thailand! 🎉

After @overcurious and I did some soul searching, we decided it was time for a BIG change. So we decided to get a one way ticket to Chiang Mai and start our new digital nomad life. Timeline is unknown, but we have a few key goals while we’re here.
The last 45 days included selling all of our stuff, packing our bags, a ton of research, logistics, logistics, logistics and saying bye to Vancouver for now.
For such a massive change, I’ve been a little stunned by the absence of anxiety and second guessing myself on this decision. Rather, it’s been intentional and deliberate action - always moving forward to figure it out.
Today was our first day here and although it comes with a whole new set of challenges, I’m grateful to be on this journey, especially with such a beautiful soul. ❤️ #newlynomads (📷: Photo from our recent trip to Jasper, right before we left to Thailand) http://ift.tt/2ssYzNH

7 days away from departure ✈️ I believe I’ve found my lighthouse with this new adventure that we’re about to begin. The amount of people that we’ve run into that have shared their own stories or experiences of their friends and family who have been to the places we’re heading or who’ve done something similar and say that we’ll absolutely love it is a little mind-bending. The serendipity is strong here.

What still stands out to me most as I try to stay present during this entire process is how the ‘end goal’ I had been striving towards for so long was right in my grasp the whole time. It feels to be the 'right time’ for us to do this now, but I easily could’ve done it long before. The biggest thing that was holding me back was my own thoughts and perception around the idea of being nomadic and traveling the world while being a digital nomad.
So my question for you is ✨👉🏼 are you really missing anything to be able to achieve your big dream right now? #insightsofbryce #newlynomads http://ift.tt/2thbaa3

With every day that passes as we prep up for this crazy new journey, I’m realizing more and more what it means to settle. Or what it meant for me before.

There seems to be a never ending inventory of stuff that we’ve accumulated over the years, most of which isn’t properly utilized (if at all). Despite constantly trying to downsize and get rid of it for a long time, I settled into it being around and trying to manage it all (for no significant gain of value for myself). In essence, it was this stuff (including our apartment) that I’d settled into, but not in a way that I’d approve looking at it from a new perspective now.
My mindset had also settled as I somehow pulled away for so long from the one thing that brought me so much joy, opportunity, and therapeutic benefit - photography.
I will be intentional. Each item and every action having purpose. As it seems from letting go of so much already, the more I’m conscious and selective about what I’m collecting along my journey, the better.
I look forward to when we’re done. 10 days. #newlynomads #insightsofbryce http://ift.tt/2t7yiYE

We’re closing in on the home stretch to come out of a tunnel leading towards a new life. 11 days until Thailand and it’s officially crunch time!

We’re clearing out our apartment, giving away and selling the remaining items we have around, test packing our bags, crossing off the final to-do list items and trying to wrap our heads around the fact that we’ll be living across the world in just over a week - in a place we’ve never been before. A lot of perspective has been gained through this process that I’ll be sharing along the way, especially once the dust settles a bit.
A one way ticket to start our new nomadic life. Keep your 👀 on my stories for more behind the scenes of our crazy pre-trip life. #newlynomads #insightsofbryce http://ift.tt/2t5jKJf

In many ways, I feel like a chapter of my life has ended recently and I’ve fully become a true man.
My childhood best friend and dog was put to rest, I’ve taken much more responsibility and action towards tackling my finances and stability, and I finally figured out how to swallow pills (haha). Loose ends on the end of my youth that have now been tied up.
The hardest part of this transition that I’m faced with is how to discern the proper rational thoughts or moves that I need to make for myself from the ones that end up as settling and letting go of dreams, experiences or accomplishments that could have been. I don’t want to lose that inner child, sense of wonder, and wisdom.
I guess the real question is: am I growing up the right way? #insightsofbryce http://ift.tt/2t0PgbO

When you finally reach the peak and feel like a god… ✨🤴🏻✨ …then almost get knocked over by the insane winds and be immediately humbled. 😂
That was 2 days ago for us and I was amazed at my fitness climbing all the way up to the Sulphur Skyline. My sinuses have made it much harder to breathe until now. That was only topped by the crew of people at the top with us who seemed to have zero fears around the winds that would topple trees, considering the cliff edges all around us.

I enjoy pushing past the fear and anxieties that can come through certain adventures, especially when there is a reward such as the views we got here. But I still have my limits. ✌🏼 #insightsofbryce http://ift.tt/2rSqaGR

Drove up to our camping spot yesterday greeted by deer elk. 🦌 Then, right away today we see these guys, a group of rams on a cliff and deer running and leaping alongside the road with us. It’s safe to say that @overcurious is getting a proper first exposure to all that Jasper, Alberta has to offer.
I’m grateful that we made it back OK after that intense 4 hour hike up to the Sulphur Skyline and now it’s time for a deep sleep with some help from the hot springs and cold pools 😴
Check out our stories for all the adventures ✨✌🏼👀 http://ift.tt/2tDLhOq

I’m going to miss this place 😭 we’re 18 days away from leaving #Vancouver and heading off to Thailand for the launch of our #newlynomads lifestyle.
Today, we’re headed to Jasper on @viarailcanada for the first stop on this new journey with camping and hiking galore.
Keep an eye on my stories to see more of our adventures with extra beautiful views and behind the scenes.

I’m so grateful to be doing it with this beautiful soul by my side, @overcurious. ❤️ http://ift.tt/2txBvgV

Lost a beautiful soul yesterday 😢❤️ I feel immense gratitude to have had this amazing soul be my best friend for life. Unconditional love and support through the good times and bad.
When I was young, the only thing that I wanted was a dog. I begged my parents for years and even put together a PowerPoint presentation to show them how responsible I’d be and all the value you would bring to our lives. I didn’t even scratch the surface of what you meant to me and the whole family, Copper.
I still remember that full day of when my dad took me home from the mall after seeing you, then came back to surprise me with the most perfect early Christmas present. You were so small I was terrified I would accidentally hurt you.

We were the same in so many ways. Best friends.

I couldn’t imagine growing up without you.
It was one of the hardest things to leave home and not have you around the last five years. You remained just like a puppy, even in your final years. I’m so happy and grateful that I was able to come home and spend quality time with you in your last few weeks. You gave it your all playing fetch around 5 times everyday and being as much of your goofy puppy self as you could muster for me.

You lived a full life and you brought so much joy, happiness, laughter and adventure to our lives. Thank you. I love you buddy. 👦🏻🐶 Rest in peace Copper ❤️ http://ift.tt/2tp4rHP

Enjoying our last days in Vancouver for a while. 😎✨☀️ Feeling incredibly charged up as I complete my first photo gig in a while getting back into the groove. I’m realizing more and more just how I’ve held myself back by not creating with my camera, by keeping my photos in the dark of my digital library of my computer, and by not fulfilling my creative passions.

This has been a long personal struggle that some of you may have seen me discuss time and time again. This time feels different though. I’m investing heavily through my work, my focus and my time and energy to ensure a lasting change happens.
I’m excited to see and share the results with you here. Thank you for the support, the patience and for being a part of the community. ❤️ #insightsofbryce http://ift.tt/2rf6mxN

I remember being terrified of the thought of a helicopter ride without doors and also needing to be seated on the side to get shots like this.⠀
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I felt absolutely no fear in the air, simply awe and bliss getting such a unique perspective on an already stunning landscape. ⠀
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The whole experience was topped off by flying through a rainbow. So often the most fulfilling moments are on the other side of our fears. I can’t wait to get up in the air like this again. 🌈✨🙌🏼✨🌈 #artoftravel #insightsofbryce http://ift.tt/2scSzMv