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When you think about a seasoned traveler, what comes to mind is probably someone who attends all of the crazy hostel parties (being the center of attention at all times) and is fully living their life on the wild side, you know\u200a\u2014\u200athe kind of people that are \u201ccarefree\u201d and generally put themselves out there.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s like the ultimate nightmare for an introvert. We like our little shell\u200a\u2014\u200ait makes us feel safe and secure.<\/p>\n
I mean, the fact that you have to wander around a foreign country by yourself, ask strangers for directions, take group tours, and put yourself out there just to have a little fun. Yeah\u2026 that\u2019s like stepping onto the set of a horror movie for most introverts (minus all the murder and ghosts). You know, the internal kind of horror that makes you hide from all social interaction.<\/p>\n
Since traveling is supposed <\/em>to be a \u201csocial sport,\u201d we tend to believe that us introverts aren\u2019t cut out for the travel lifestyle. We aren\u2019t outgoing and we certainly don\u2019t become energized by spending time with people 24\/7, so how could traveling possibly benefit us? Even just thinking about traveling as an introvert can be emotionally draining. And actually getting out there and forcing yourself to do it\u200a\u2014\u200athat feels almost <\/em>impossible.<\/p>\n There is common misconception about introverts and travel. They tend to be misrepresented by the opinion that they don\u2019t mix well, when in fact it is the core of our personality. It\u2019s like the hidden gem in every introvert\u200a\u2014\u200awe are made for travel.<\/p>\n So how do travel and introverts mix so well?<\/p>\n The special thing about introverts is that they are almost identical to a sponge (weird, right?). Just soaking up all their surroundings with no need for conversation\u200a\u2014\u200athey can just sit, listen, and observe. It\u2019s a pretty cool trait to have, because it allows us to take a step back and just be in the moment rather than being completely consumed with all the hustle and bustle of the world.<\/p>\n Introverts avoid being the center of attention at all costs\u200a\u2014\u200awhich is exactly why travel is perfect for us. Traveling is all about being a part a of the bigger picture, which allows us to focus more on the experience rather than what we are getting out of it. We are able to realize that travel is less about us and more about experiencing the culture and local traditions. Travel humbles us and makes us realize what little space we actually occupy in the world.<\/p>\n If you are going the solo route\u00a0, it is very easy to make your travels personal. You get to do what you want\u200a\u2014\u200aand not rely on anyone else to make your decisions. And you get to be fully on your own schedule. So, if you want to sit at the hotel for a whole day (although not recommended), you can do it with no questions asked.<\/p>\n There is no one holding you back and saying that you can\u2019t take things slowly. So explore at your own pace and make meaningful memories. When traveling alone, you get to dive deep into the layers of every country you visit.<\/p>\n As introverts we are widely known for listening rather than talking. This is a great trait to have as a traveler, because it allows us to have a deeper perspective of every country we visit. We are able make sense of life there and we get to listen to the stories of locals, hear the music on the streets, and find joy in the silence of the storm.<\/p>\n Traveling alone is easy for introverts because we know how to fully accept the silence and actually thrive in it. We are faced with a lot of downtime during our travels, but that\u2019s like the introverts Holy Grail.<\/p>\n We get to take the alone time and make the most of it\u200a\u2014\u200ain our own way.<\/p>\n When you think about a seasoned traveler, what comes to mind is probably someone who attends all of the crazy hostel parties (being the center of attention at all times) and is fully living their life on the wild side, you know\u200a\u2014\u200athe kind of people that are \u201ccarefree\u201d and generally put themselves out there. That\u2019s … <\/p>\nThey learn more from their surroundings<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Travel becomes more about the experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nYou can make your travels\u00a0personal<\/strong><\/h2>\n
You get to step back and\u00a0listen<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nYou know how to be alone and enjoy\u00a0it.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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