How 49 Days of Solo Backpacking in Europe Changed My Perspective
"I don't fit the look" "I'm not adventurous enough" "I can't speak the language" "I'm too young/old" Have any of these thoughts ever crossed your mind? If they have, you're definitely not alone. I had these thoughts too – until I travelled solo. After all, what's the point of travelling without company to share memories with and look fondly back upon? 49 days, 9 countries, and 16 cities later, I can tell you that the journey was worth it. Travelling solo gave me the freedom to be my own boss while feeding my thirst for adventure. Beyond the rejuvenation and recalibration provided, solo travel offered fresh perspectives and connections that reoriented my life goals. Not only did I forge memories of a lifetime but I also had a shift in outlook on life. Having grown up and lived in a society that celebrates and rewards successful partakers of the hustle culture, leaving the ecosystem – albeit temporarily – felt like a breath ...
