Cinematic life • soft thoughts • photography • self-growth
Hey friend, welcome to Mar’s Thoughts Abroad!
I’m Mariam, a girl who sees life in frames, feels everything deeply, and is finally learning to listen to her own voice.
I live in Los Angeles now, and every day I try to capture the small moments that make life feel soft, warm, and meaningful.
On this blog, I share my thoughts, my self-growth journey, my love for photography, and the little cinematic moments that often go unnoticed.
If you’re someone who enjoys slow mornings, deep conversations, creative routines, and honest feelings, you’ll feel at home here.
Grab a coffee, take a breath, and let’s explore life gently, together.
How to See Beauty in Small Things
Life has this quiet way of reminding us that beauty isn’t always loud. Sometimes it [...]
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Nov
Nov
Life Feels Different When You Slow Down: What I Learned About Paying Attention
There comes a moment in life when something inside you whispers, “This can’t be everything… [...]
17
Nov
Nov
4 Simple Steps to Calm Down: How to Handle Strong Feelings
Ever felt so angry, sad, or scared that it took your breath away? These strong [...]
07
Jul
Jul
Stress Relaxation: Why Relaxing Feels So Hard (and 9 Real‑Life Ways to Make It Easier)
Quick note before we start: Hi, I’m Mariam, I’m not a doctor or therapist. I’m [...]
07
Jul
Jul
What lies beneath obsessive thoughts? How to stop negative thoughts
Do you ever feel like your mind won’t stop talking to you with negative thoughts? [...]
28
Jun
Jun
7 Things We Need to Let Go of If We Want to Be Truly Happy
The Real Secret to Happiness? It’s Simpler Than We Think Every day, we’re faced with [...]
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Jun
Jun
Post-Traumatic Growth: How to Recover After a Traumatic Event
Sometimes life hits us hard. We might lose someone we love or go through something [...]
17
Jun
Jun
Why Anxiety Often Begins in Childhood and What You Can Do About It
Anxiety often starts quietly. You might feel uneasy, notice your heart beating faster, or experience [...]
28
Jan
Jan
10 Things to do in Los Angeles
If you’re thinking about going to Los Angeles, California, and want to know what to do, see, and eat while you’re there, you’ve come to the right place. Los Angeles is the second-largest [...]
17
Dec
Dec
I Finally Tried Virtual Reality & Found the Best VR Playground in Los Angeles
If you know me, you already know I love discovering new places. I’m that person who’s always looking for something exciting to do, especially when it has anything to do with technology. I’ve [...]
11
Nov
Nov
Manhattan, NYC: My Personal Travel Guide to New York City
In such a vast city with so many things to do, you must find your inner tourist and go out there with a goal and a plan to discover all the touristic things [...]
30
Jul
Jul
Exploring Hollywood: What It’s Really Like Walking the Walk of Fame
When I first came to the U.S., the very first place I wanted to see was Hollywood. Like many people, I had grown up watching movies and dreaming about the magic of showbiz. [...]
30
Jul
Jul
Photography Tips for Beginners: How to Improve Your Shots and Grow Your Passion
Are you like me, someone who just can’t help but take pictures of everything that catches your eye? Whether it’s the glow of sunlight on your morning coffee, a cute street corner, or [...]
30
Jul
Jul
Aruba, One Happy Island | Things to do in Aruba
Aruba Travel Guide Looking for a vacation spot? Consider Aruba. This small Caribbean island helps you relax and forget your problems. It has white sand beaches, clear blue water, and sunshine almost every [...]
28
Jul
Jul
San Francisco Travel Guide | Things To Do In SF
“If you’re alive, you can’t be bored in San Francisco. If you’re not alive, San Francisco will bring you to life.” William Saroyan San Francisco is a famous city in California known for [...]
05
Mar
Mar
Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
If you ever find yourself in Los Angeles and even slightly curious about cars, whether you’re a true gearhead or just someone who loves a good story, the Petersen Automotive Museum is one [...]
01
Feb
Feb
New York Travel Guide: Things to do and see in Manhattan, New York
This was my third time in New York City, and let me just say, it never feels enough. Every time I go, I fall in love all over again. No matter how many [...]
10
Mar
Mar
Boston Travel Guide | Things To Do In Boston
If you remember my blog post about spending a day in Manhattan as we were in New Jersey for a wedding. after spending a day in Manhattan, having a wonderful time and the [...]
07
Jul
Jul
Starting a new life in a new country
“Nietzsche was right. I won’t take the time to tell you who Nietzsche was, but he was right. The world belongs to the strong – to the strong who are noble as well [...]
20
Jan
Jan
Things I wish I knew before moving to United States
Hey guys, welcome to my blog. My name is Mariam, I am am from Armenia but now I live in United States. Its already my 3rd year of living in Los Angeles. The [...]
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Mar
Mar