There have been a lot of reports about people who have gone missing or been hurt while traveling recently. I don't know if it is occurring more than usual or if we are just hearing more about it because of the internet and social media. As a woman who travels solo, it always gets my attention and reminds me that I must stay aware so that I can stay safe.
Traveling is one of the greatest joys of my life and I am not willing to let fear change that. Things can go wrong no matter where you are, so for me, it's very important to pay attention to my surroundings, whether I'm at home or away.
One of the best lessons I've learned from over 40 years of traveling is to always trust my instincts. If something doesn't feel right, it isn't. I don't need to know what it is, I just have to find the best way to remove myself from the situation immediately. Not panicked or paranoid, just quietly and politely get away. It can be as simple as changing seats on a bus or not getting on the elevator with someone who makes you feel uneasy.
Anything that gives you pause or the slightest discomfort is your intuition signaling you to beware. It may be absolutely nothing but it is always better to be safe than sorry. It is important to acknowledge those messages and not ignore them. Women are often taught to suppress our feelings but it hasn't served us well. It is important to develop a habit of becoming more self aware and listening to our inner voice.
There is tremendous benefit in being more aware of what is happening around you, not only does it help you stay safe but it also increases the opportunity to have deeper more meaningful experiences with people and places you may have missed otherwise.
Safe and Happy Travels!
Traveling is one of the greatest joys of my life and I am not willing to let fear change that. Things can go wrong no matter where you are, so for me, it's very important to pay attention to my surroundings, whether I'm at home or away.
One of the best lessons I've learned from over 40 years of traveling is to always trust my instincts. If something doesn't feel right, it isn't. I don't need to know what it is, I just have to find the best way to remove myself from the situation immediately. Not panicked or paranoid, just quietly and politely get away. It can be as simple as changing seats on a bus or not getting on the elevator with someone who makes you feel uneasy.
Anything that gives you pause or the slightest discomfort is your intuition signaling you to beware. It may be absolutely nothing but it is always better to be safe than sorry. It is important to acknowledge those messages and not ignore them. Women are often taught to suppress our feelings but it hasn't served us well. It is important to develop a habit of becoming more self aware and listening to our inner voice.
There is tremendous benefit in being more aware of what is happening around you, not only does it help you stay safe but it also increases the opportunity to have deeper more meaningful experiences with people and places you may have missed otherwise.
Safe and Happy Travels!
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