THE NOMAD THEORY in a nutshell: People who explore before deciding what to do with their lives, don’t regret it. As some listeners and readers have mentioned, the focus of TNT may seem "all over the place!" I agree with this. But at the same time, is a nomad not "all over the place?" Listen to the episode and read the attached Essay at nomadtheory.net
I've been producing THE NOMAD THEORY podcast for 1.5 years now. It has changed a lot since the beginning.
As some listeners and readers have mentioned, the focus of TNT may seem "all over the place!"
I agree with this. But at the same time, is a nomad not "all over the place?"
The original Theory is this: People who explore before deciding what to do with their lives, don’t regret it.
The core of the THEORY was mainly a response to my experience after everyone and their mothers running off to college. This included my mother and me.
For whatever reason, I didn't enjoy being in class AT ALL. I fell asleep in almost every class. There was no major that jumped out at me, even after switching between 6 majors/minors in a single year. (6!)
THE NOMAD THEORY (TNT) was a way to legitimize my exploration after leaving college -- it became an experiment. And my goal now is that TNT Network becomes an inspirational resource for other young people like me at that point, who had "no idea what to do with their lives."
In reality, these kids probably do have an "idea". But by the time colleges come banging down the door for their money (money they don't actually own), they still don't feel passionate about any one major. My Theory is that these young people may just need time to explore, first.
To explore outside an institution requires a Nomadic Mindset. This means being ok with moving from project to project, or job to job, or place to place. It means being ok with balancing out work and pure, curiosity-driven exploration.
This may mean postponing college for a year. Or taking a break after year one (what I did). It may even mean quitting a job that isn't fulfilling your innate desire for intuitional exploration and expression.
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As it turns out, most people already have a Nomadic Mindset.
My mom has probably worked 10 different jobs since graduating college, and there are probably more she hasn’t mentioned. I just met a 31 year old last night who has had 12 jobs in 10 years. Many people have very emotional connections to these transitions and love talking about them. TNT is about being ok with this process, and often living it intentionally.
Plus, most people say they want to travel. Especially young people from the U.S. who have all the power in the world to do so.
Combine the two, and you've got THE NOMAD THEORY
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Even with this obvious trend effecting most First World people, explaining the benefit of Intentional Exploration as a cure for the "directionless mind" has been difficult. Even my most active listeners still don't get what I am trying to communicate. They think TNT is a "travel blog"
TNT Network is not a "travel blog". It is a resource for people who don't know exactly what to do with their lives -- just yet. It is for people who may need time to figure it out, or perhaps some guidance and leadership. TNT Network provides them with the information, tools, guidance, and inspiration needed to embark upon a GapQuest and rearrange their habits/skills/goals to find a lifestyle that feels inspiring.
"Throw in a little entertainment value and you've got yourself a show!"
THE NOMAD THEORY Podcast August 15th, 2018 Ríncon, Puerto Rico <---- (Birthday of TNT) THE NOMAD THEORY podcast is born
"On TNT podcast, A.C.E. the Theorist interviews people who embody the Nomadic Mindset -- while they sip interesting beverages. Then, on Sundays, A.C.E. reads winning submissions from the Absurd Words writing contest."
All in all, I'm learning a lot from the project, especially from interactions with listeners who have suggestions/comments. If anything I say shakes your rattle, don’t hesitate to reach out on nomadtheory.net
I reckon that a combination of TNT and some other side hustles/businesses will be financially gainful someday. I trust things will happen the way they are supposed to if I get at least 1% better every day at something. But the real purpose of this project is to teach people how to be ok with not knowing what to do with their lives (because most of us don’t)
As per usual, thanks a million for listening to THE NOMAD THEORY, stay wild folks,
A.C.E. the Theorist
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For more information about the Absurd Words Writing Contest, visit nomadtheory.net. There, you'll also find podcast show notes, a Bootstrap Business page, a catalog of Interesting Beverages, a Library of Medicinal Plants, and an extensive series of written Theories.
By implementing a combination of TNT principles and Nomadic Skills, you have the power to explore exotic and absurd lifestyles, before deciding which one is meant for you.
And for a limited time eternity, visit nomadtheory.net to sign up for an occasional newsletter -- Theories from the Road (which is a trip of its own) -- and you'll also receive a video of A.C.E. playing the flute in a special outfit. (changes seasonally)
Please take a deep breath aaaaahhhhhhhhhhh and feel a live fellow theorist, because the Age of Intuition is upon us.
Thanks for listening to THE NOMAD THEORY, I'm A.C.E. the Theorist,
Stay Wild Folks