My name is Vincent Russell Van Patten. I’m a writer, travel photographer, and host of The Dare to Dream Podcast, exploring what lights my soul on fire day-in and day-out.
I write about travel, life lessons, personal growth, literature and philosophy. Most of all, I write to inspire. I publish my work here on my website, on Medium, and on Substack. I also write poetry and short stories — doing so soothes the soul. My mission is to inspire others through my words and actions. That’s why one of my best friends and I created The Dare to Dream Podcast.
Check out my full story here to learn more about my background in writing, my vision for the future, and the life I strive to lead. I hope you’ll join me on this adventure; I strive to leave a positive impact with every step I take.
My debut book: Arrows of Youth: A Young Man’s Inspiring Journey to Find What Lights His Soul on Fire, is a story of adventure, an ode to life. Guided by ancient wisdom, timeless stories and contemporary discussion, this book encompasses my quest to never stop asking: Why are we really here?
I hope this book provides an adventure of the spirit, a journey into the unknown, brimming with hope.
Where each minute passing is the turning of a page.
I’ll do the best I can in the moments I’m presented with a choice....
18 June, 2022 No comment
The answer to every question our hearts can hope to ask. A story of friendship, connection and meaning from Lisbon, Portugal....
14 June, 2022 No comment
Journey through the world as a mosaic of possible connections....
12 June, 2022 No comment
We’re a part of something greater, as something greater is a part of us....
11 June, 2022 No comment
I long to feel the pangs, the beauty, the nature of change that being in a new environment brings. My Citoyens du Monde Weekly Newsletter....
27 May, 2022 No comment
Vincent spent three weeks working as a volunteer in Calabria, Italy, under the guidance of Iris. We hope it brings you some peace, guidance, and a whole lot of joy....
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The present moment can be tough. But quite frankly, it’s the only thing we have. What are we giving up by waiting? ...
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Today we made Dare to Dream history. Not because we cried live on the air, (we've already done that before) but because Gregory recorded our first solo episode. ...
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Having seen professional success as an attorney, a nonprofit founder, an author, and a teacher, Debra's goal is to be an inspiration and role model for Latina women everywhere. ...
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