Vacation, the Bucket List, Travel, International adventures – all of these concepts sound incredibly exciting, don’t they? However, the anxiety that comes with creating and double, or even triple-checking your list, constantly adding items, the nagging fear of forgetting something essential – it can be overwhelming. I may tell myself that I am a capable, independent person who can manage everything on my own. I’ve got this, right? But deep down, I can’t help but feel a twinge of fear and uncertainty. After all, I never navigated customs, and traveling solo is an entirely new experience. Doubts creep in: Have I made a mistake in my planning? Is there something crucial I’ve overlooked? What more should I be doing to prepare?
Is this “fun” worth all the anxiety? The trip is bought and paid for and it would be embarassing to cancel it all now… So UP UP and a WAY!