Picture this: I’m standing beneath the Eiffel Tower, surrounded by the bustling charm of Paris on a spring evening. The City of Light sparkles around me. I should be elated, right? Yet all I can feel is emptiness and a gnawing sense of uneasiness. Five days in one of the world’s most iconic cities, and all I came away with was a resolution never to travel alone again.
Fast forward two years. I’m wandering the sun-drenched streets of Palermo, Sicily. Four weeks stretch before me like an open road. But this time, it’s different. Armed with Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way and a determination to shake things up, I’m not just sightseeing – I’m soul searching.
It was there, amidst the friendly chaos and ancient architecture of Palermo, that I had my ‘aha’ moment. What if there was a guide that combined the thrill of exploring a new place with the profound work of personal growth? A companion for those seeking not just to see the world, but to see themselves anew?
That idea took root, and within months of returning home, I had quit my job and pivoted onto a new path. The change of direction that started in Sicily led me to creating The Inner Journey: a structured approach to combining solo travel with deep personal development work.
Because here’s what I’ve learned: Travel isn’t just about the places we visit – it’s about the internal landscapes we explore along the way. When we step away from our daily routines and immerse ourselves in new environments, we create the perfect conditions for profound personal transformation.
The stories you find here will explore the intersection of travel and personal growth, sharing insights and practical tips for making your solo adventures more meaningful. Whether you’re planning your first solo trip or you’re a seasoned traveler looking to add more purpose to your wanderings, I hope you’ll find inspiration here for your own inner journey.
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