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Even in the Cold, I Need Connection (and Coffee)

Published 2 months agoΒ β€’Β 2 min read

Hey Reader,

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It's day 5 of a self-assigned hibernation here in Canada as the weather has been around -25 ℃ + honestly why turn into a popsicle when you don't need to πŸ₯Ά

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This week has reinforced how lucky I am to work remotely + from anywhere, including inside ☺️

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That being said...I am an extroverted introvert overall + as much as I love my retired roomies, I'm itching for a change in social conversation + a change of environment.

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My three go to locations to find focus whether that's for remote work, maybe studying a language or course or just wanting to find space for writing no matter the destination:

  • Libraries - most often under utilized after we finish university, they can serve as a free, safe, quiet + focused environment. I even paid $5cad once for a year long library card in Warsaw πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± just for a couple days work!
  • Coworking spaces - digital nomads know what I mean, but even when you're back at your home base you can rent them for a day, get a pass or a month. Check out the global list I am continuously curating of Digital Nomad friendly spaces
  • Coffee shops - no surprise here. Something about the atmosphere just turns a switch in our brain to get in the zone (maybe it's the 2 hour window before you'll have to use the bathroom after drinking real espresso 😜)

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Ciao for now!

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Anna

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