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From traditional blog posts listed here, to the 30 second “mini blogs” you can visit from the photo collage at the bottom of this page, I hope you find something that inspires you, that educates you, and helps you discover kinetic growth. Cheers!

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Professional Lifestyle, Work Travel, Weekend Travel, Work-Life Balance, Personal Prioritization Skills Dr. Alexandra Swanson Professional Lifestyle, Work Travel, Weekend Travel, Work-Life Balance, Personal Prioritization Skills Dr. Alexandra Swanson

Why I Choose a Steady Job Over #Vanlife: Embracing Adventure Without Sacrificing Stability

Discover the balance between adventure and stability in this read as I , Dr. Swanson, explore this question of leaving professional living for the road as a #vanlifer. Explore with me the challenges and rewards of pursuing financial security while embracing adventure, and learn from my own experiences how to align lifestyle choices with personal values for a fulfilling journey without sacrificing stability.

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Instagram “Mini-Blogs”

View fullsize A little bit about me... Hey, I'm Dr. Swanson! Also known by Alexandra, Lexi, or Doc. I'm a Professional Development Educator & Organizational Change Consultant in the Outdoor Recreaction industry. My goal is to become a champion for new ideas
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View fullsize To quote Dr. Will Ramey of Drexel University..."Paddleboarding requires looking ahead to maintain stability and steer in the right direction. Similarly, leading a team involves having a clear vision and setting goals to guide everyone towards su
View fullsize After an exhausting red eye flight home, catching a post flight head cold, and going straight into a military training weekend with my reserve unit, I didn't have a lot of mental space to put together all the videos I want to for you on Hawaii quite
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View fullsize Leading the pack isn't just about charting the course, it's about guiding with love and adventure. 🐾 This picture of my pack, in particular, is a story of expressing resilience, flexibility, and patience as I, their pack leader, navigate our little
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View fullsize Farewell to one of my best friends Yvette as she embarks on a new adventure to the East! It's hard to believe we've shared 17 amazing years together, from our struggles at the Air Force Academy, beginning our careers as young hooligans, to now gettin
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View fullsize Hitting the local haunts || One of the things I've done to keep my brain going in my professional life is constantly work on my fitness. I know I have what some suggest "the luxury" because I don't have to worry about family at home, but I
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View fullsize Enjoying the Summer Start with Brews and Chews at the River. While we had a blast, those sand-wiches with @katie_lakstins, @andysoltisz and fam were something else... The Hot Springs and minor jeep offroading afterward made up for the meal. One of
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