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Live Simply. Stay Curious.
There's enough chaos and confusion in the world.
But you don't need to be a part of it.
The Curious Toad wants you to live simply and stay curious. It's that simple.
Sometimes we shake our heads and wonder what's happening.
But you stop. Breathe. And make choices about what you allow into your lives. You choose to live simply, stay curious and create a better life for yourself and those around you.
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Curiosity Walk: The Power of Exploring Without a Plan
But what if a walk didn’t need a destination, a step counter, or a purpose? What if the only goal was curiosity?
That’s the idea behind a curiosity walk. It’s a simple yet transformative practice of exploring without a plan, letting your feet and your attention guide the way.
Todd Rowley
Sep 254 min read
What Did I Notice By Slowing Down?
We go through our life with such a sense of pursuit, whether the next idea, the next pay cheque, or the next opportunity, and while these are noble, we often lose out on what’s simple.
Todd Rowley
Sep 234 min read
Slow is the New Fast
We live in a culture addicted to speed. Fast food. Fast Wi-Fi. Fast shipping. But here’s the paradox: the faster we rush, the more we tend to lose.
Todd Rowley
Sep 203 min read
The Pathway to Paying Attention
Why Attention Matters Most of us live in a world that prides itself on speed. Faster connections, instant responses, constant updates....
Todd Rowley
Sep 174 min read
Vanlife and the Remote Work Revolution: How to Travel and Work from the Road
Imagine waking up to the sound of ocean waves or watching the sun rise over the mountains—all before your first Zoom call of the day. For...
Todd Rowley
Jun 183 min read
Exploring the Mysteries of Easter Island: A Land of Enigmatic Statues and Rich Culture
Famous for its massive stone statues known as Moai, this small island has a fascinating history filled with mystery, cultural richness...
Todd Rowley
Oct 15, 20244 min read
The Fibonacci Sequence: Beauty Hidden in Nature’s Patterns
The Fibonacci sequence — a simple, elegant pattern of numbers — reveals an underlying mathematical order within nature itself.
Todd Rowley
Sep 17, 20243 min read
Where Have All the Small Engine Mechanics Gone?
There was a time when small engine repairs were a common task for the local mechanic—or, if you were handy, for yourself. But lately...
Todd Rowley
Sep 12, 20244 min read
VanLife Unfiltered: Adventure, Simplicity, and Self-Discovery in a Changing Trend
The #VanLife movement, once a small community of adventurers and minimalists, has surged in popularity, captivating people with...
Todd Rowley
Sep 11, 20245 min read
From Fire Rainbows to Blood Falls: The Strangest Natural Phenomena on Earth
Earth is full of strange and unique phenomena that stretch the imagination. Let’s delve deeper into some of the world’s most curious natural
Contributor
Sep 9, 20245 min read
The Evolution of the Bicycle
From its humble beginnings as a simple, foot-propelled machine to the sleek, electric-powered models of today, the bicycle has...
Todd Rowley
Aug 30, 20245 min read
The Path Through the Woods: Life’s Challenges and the Journey Beyond
There’s something deeply metaphorical about a walk in the woods. The crunch of leaves underfoot, the whisper of the wind through the trees,
Todd Rowley
Aug 28, 20245 min read
Remember the Loch Ness Monster?: A Recent Sighting of Nessie
Canadian expats Parry Malm and Shannon Wiseman photographed a mysterious object in the water, sparking speculation that it could be the...
Todd Rowley
Aug 16, 20243 min read
10 Things I Learned During My Summer Road Trip
This summer, we took a 3700km road trip through Quebec, New Brunswick, Maine, and New Hampshire before heading back through Massachusetts an
Todd Rowley
Aug 9, 20241 min read
Waves of Relaxation: The Sounds of Waves and the Impact on Well-Being
We live on a planet that is 70% water, and our bodies are made up of 60% water.
Todd Rowley
Jul 29, 20243 min read
How Bees Communicate
How do bees communicate and what we can learn from them
Contributor
Jul 25, 20244 min read
Nature Journaling
Nature Journaling - Where to begin
Todd Rowley
Jul 24, 20243 min read
Is a Toad REALLY a Toad?
Discover the diversity of toads.
Guest Writer
Jul 23, 20245 min read
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