The Atlas Heart

Hi! I'm Mimi.

I created The Atlas Heart with the intention of not only seeing the world, but understanding and writing about cultures from the perspectives of locals – what I call ‘seeing the world through a kaleidoscope lens’.

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things to do in Los Angeles

100+ Things to do in LA | The Ultimate Bucket List

Bucket Lists, California, USA

100+ Things to do in LA | The Ultimate Bucket List

blog income report september 2019

How I Made $309 from Travel Blogging in September 2019

How I Made $309 from Travel Blogging in September 2019

where-to-stay-in-santorini-greece

The Complete Guide for Where to Stay in Santorini for Every Budget

Accommodation, Europe

The Complete Guide for Where to Stay in Santorini for Every Budget

best waterproof walking shoes for women

12 Best Waterproof Walking Shoes for Women in 2019

Travel Products

12 Best Waterproof Walking Shoes for Women in 2019

Things to do in Florence, Oregon

22 Best Things to Do in Florence, Oregon | A Complete Bucket List

North America, Pacific Northwest, USA

22 Best Things to Do in Florence, Oregon | A Complete Bucket List

where to stay in singapore

The Ultimate Guide for Where to Stay in Singapore for Every Budget

Accommodation, Asia

The Ultimate Guide for Where to Stay in Singapore for Every Budget

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countries visited

10

Places I've lived

6

years of blogging

my travel essentials

All of my favorite travel essentials in one place! Find out my recommended travel resources, preferred products, and must-have gear that I use in my own travels so you can be prepared for your next trip.

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If I could describe India in one word it would be VIBRANT. ⁠
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I've never come across a more vibrant place that is so full of life. ⁠
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This was taken right outside Jagdish Temple in Udaipur (my favorite city in Rajasthan). ⁠
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It was here where I witnessed my first puja. ⁠
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One person started chanting and then the whole group joined in unison, drowning out any tangent thought that didn't have to do with that present moment. ⁠
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The mood was happy and joyful. Everything seemed filled to the brim with life as soon as the chant started. ⁠
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There was intention and focus and music and friendly faces welcoming a new day. ⁠
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It was beautiful. ⁠
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.⁠ #theatlasheart #incredibleindia #lonelyplanetindia #indiagram #indiatrip #udaipur #india_gram #indiapictures #dametraveler #femmetravel #gltlove #thetravelwomen #thehappynow #girlsmeetglobe #udaipurlove #citypalaceudaipur #udaipur_diaries #indianphotos #travelrealindia #incredibleindia #indiatraveldiaries #passionpassport #sidewalkerdaily #darlingescapes #neverstopexploring #girlslovetravel #sheisnotlost #wearetravelgirls #travelblogger #globelletravels

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Finding gnome houses in Georgia.
The winner of the most random road trip stop in the South would definitely have to go to Rock City Gardens.🍃
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👉What has been a favorite unique stop on a road trip you’ve taken?
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#theatlasheart #rockcitygardens #visitgeorgia #georgia #southerncharm

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That Memphis BBQ tho... 😛👀
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The BBQ at Central BBQ in Memphis was one of the best meals I’ve had in my life. No joke. I’m not usually a huge meat person, but OMG Memphis BBQ is another level of deliciousness. .
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I just arrived back to California after 8 days of road tripping around the South. I’m still reflecting on my trip, but it was a good mix of food, Civil Rights History, and live music. It was my first time really exploring the South properly, and it just reinforced how unique the different regions of the US are. I’d even go so far as to say that it sometimes feels like a different country, even just between neighboring states. .
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👉What is the best meal you’ve had recently?

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Avoiding the flocks of bachelorette parties in Nashville by exploring the funky art alongside the river.
My first impression of Nashville - a mix between Austin, TX on steroids and the Vegas Strip if it was full of Honky Tonks. Letzzz go. 🤠👯‍♂️ #theatlasheart #nashville #nashvilletn #visitnashville #tennessee #visitmusiccity #musiccity

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The possibilities in our life are only as endless as our mindset. ✨

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How do you define gratitude? ✨
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Is it a state of mind? A way of acting? Is it the key to happiness? Or maybe a combination of a lot of things? .
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I’ve realized that the times I’ve felt most content are when I’m able to find a sense of gratitude with at least one major aspect of my life. .
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It’s easy to get sidetracked and focus on the little daily stressors or the fact that you’re not exactly where you want to be right now, but I’m convinced that life will ALWAYS be a journey. That you’re never going to find happiness once you do this or once you reach your next goal. THIS is your life, you’re living it every day. And if you’re not able to find gratitude with your current life, then it’s very unlikely that you’ll find it in five years, or once you’re rich, or once you find your person, or once you get that next promotion. .
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I’ve been working on practicing more gratitude lately. I’ve been meditating for 15 minutes a day for most of the past year and a half and it’s helped a lot. But, I want to do even more to find more gratitude in my life. I’m thinking of keeping a gratitude journal again, where I write down a few things I’m grateful for every day. .
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I’d love to hear any other recommendations you all have! How do you stay grateful, even when life comes at you fast? .
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#theatlasheart #thoughtfultuesday #grateful #gratitudemindset #rajasthan #india

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