Many of us dream of living an eternal life of travelling full-time worldwide. For people like me, constant change is comforting and tastes like freedom. Imagine choosing when to travel to a new location, having the freedom to spend more of the time you want anywhere, and going back home if you wish. For sure, this lifestyle is privileged. And the idea of living on the road has always been practiced by someone for some reason, always chasing a better place, a better feeling, a better compensation. For years, kind has been living in a nomadic way. And with the modern and globalized era, we now travel to seek something better. It's the feeling of how that place makes us feel. When you travel, you become an anthropologist who can partake and witness different cultures and ways of living. And as much as this lifestyle can often be romanticized in this era with things like social media, having this lifestyle can get challenging. Creating awareness around this topic can be valuable insight for some and a way for sharing and building community together.
Those who have experienced that melancholy feeling when leaving a new place where you vacationed before returning to the so-called "normal life and routine" will understand this part. The excitement of going to a different country sometimes overshadows this sad feeling. But we often feel homesick from another place we've been to. As its name suggests, homesickness is related to missing a home. Still, sometimes, there is a feeling of homesickness to a sense, a familiarity of some sort, a group of people, and, of course, of a place.
One can be in a present state of loving the place you are and still having that homesickness. When you realize how large the world is and how many different realities it has happened, you might get overwhelmed by not knowing which one to choose. The remedy for feeling this way is to stay present and grateful for being able to experience life this way. We must remind ourselves that those places will still be there, that the people we miss are reachable, and that the feeling we crave is valuable and vital. It is essential to think that there will be more to discover just as we experience unforgettable moments while travelling. It is a way to stay optimistic and cherish our memories.
It's brave to admit that in some vulnerable moments, you get confused about solving the question 'Where is home?.' Sometimes, giving one straight and single answer feels wrong. If you travel slowly and stay in one place for enough time to be settled and look at that as everyday life instead of vacation, that place has become home. We must embrace that home is a feeling, and there can be many homes. Being overwhelmed by constant moving can also add to the sense of confusion. Reminding ourselves that we have chosen to live this lifestyle, which is so privileged, is as essential as validating any way we feel.
Confusion sometimes comes in a way of debating if you should keep following your path of omad passion. Sometimes, you get to think about your parents, family, friends, and how much they might miss you and want to spend time with them as we don't live in the same place. This might make us break a mountain of inner conversations on when to go back and how to keep all your movements sustainable in all aspects of life.
Navigating a life of constant change can be overwhelming at times. You have to adapt to all circumstances and become good at problem-solving. Finding a sustainable and secure lifestyle can be challenging when you don't have a base camp or place too far from where you are. Dealing with many different currencies, being solo for a long time, practical problem-solving, diet and sleeping changes, time zones, and commuting can all be taxing after a few months or years.
Travelling this way is pure adventure, and we all know that adventure requires effort, adrenaline, and comfort sacrifice. Finding a slow pace and renourishing while remembering why we do this is vital. Finding a community where you can feel relatable in this topic is also an excellent way to manage these times of instability.
Many other aspects of life can get tricky: finances, emotional, and spiritual. But those who stay in their homes forever will also experience these rocky faces, so just ask yourself if you prefer to live those times at home or adventuring the world. The more you travel, the more you will understand that it is expected to feel this way. That is why becoming aware of that and treating that feeling with grace is essential.
Finding ways to overcome these challenges while maintaining this lifestyle is super important. If you ever feel lonely out there, remember you are not. You definitely have those who love you at any time. Find a community where you live at the moment. Be reassured that you are now part of this community on this platform, so you can always reach out.
Remember, you are an adventurer, which is something to be proud of. Since you are out and about, you most likely realize how important it is to experience the world sustainably, ethically, and with community. Keep going. Stay true to yourself, your values, and your passions. Encounter every day with gratitude and go out to explore the world. Let's transform the world of travelling into a life-changing adventure.
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