The Philosophy behind Solo Travel

Apr 19, 2011 by Grace

 

Traveling is a conscious departure from our mundane lives. It is a vehicle which propels us into motion. One which sets off a string of events that requires us to engage all of our senses. No second guessing, no over analyzing, just pure instinct. The moment we give in to this is the moment we feel most alive. We’re out of the box and we are free to be whatever shape we want to be. There’s room to breathe and time to savor the luxury of being yourself. By yourself. No expectations, no nagging voices, just the vision of the road ahead of you.

 

It’s easy. Really. It takes a few steps.

Step 1 Breathe

Step 2 Relax

Step 3 Let go

Know that you will never be the same person as when you started the journey. You will be a better person.

As the French say: “Sentiment exaltant ressenti par toute la conscience” that is, involves one’s whole being. This is the philosophy behind solo travel.

 

This post is my contribution to the Pinoy Travel Bloggers’ Blog Carnival. For the month of  April the theme is solo travel. The compilation will be hosted by Philippine Blog Awards Best Travel Blog of 2010 Winner – Nina Fuentes of Just Wandering.