We’re all familiar with the concept of homesickness. But what about being sick OF home?
For the record, life at home is lovely. The comfort of my bed in the evening while watching my favourite shows; friends I can just hit up whenever I feel like yapping; my favourite snacks waiting for me in the fridge; having more than five worn-out t-shirts to choose from. The sort of things that bring peace to life, and that are most appreciated after living out of a backpack and crackers.
However, for us travellers, the comfort of home can be as heartwarming as it is asphyxiating. It’s a feeling that doesn’t come from a place of being, but from a place of where we could be.
Since I’ve started traveling, I often find myself struggling to be fully present because my mind is wandering somewhere else, and my eyes are most likely peeking at the Skyscanner tabs I refuse to close… you know, just in case.
While it’s a beautiful feeling to look forward to the next trip (trust me, I am the CEO of that enterprise), it’s also important to find joy, and especially balance, in the in-between moments. Meaning: daily life.
I’m well aware this isn’t groundbreaking information. I never said I was here to reinvent the wheel. But based on my own experience, I think it’s worth remembering that we love to travel because it disrupts our lives. Because it pushes us to question things, to shift perspective, to see the world (and ourselves) a little differently.
Here’s the catch though: if we’re trying to disrupt something… we actually need something to disrupt. Without a “normal life,” there’s no contrast. No before, no after. No reason to even pack.
So maybe feeling stuck at home isn’t a flaw, it’s simply part of the deal, part of the magic. A reset that makes room for what’s next.
And if you’re stuck right now (or mentally halfway across the world), I’ve put together a few books and movies that help me travel without leaving the house. No packing or visa required 🙂
Watch and enjoy:
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