My solo trip was not exactly what I was hoping for, but it was exactly what I needed. I’m more mindful of society’s pressure to romanticize all aspects of my life, and to put that version on display
Romanticizing your life is what social media is all about. It’s up to us – the main characters in our own posts – to project hope, gratitude and positivity in everything we display.
This summer, I decided to travel differently than I ever had before. I’d spent a lifetime enjoying travel with family, friends and my spouse, but I’d long wondered what it would be like to explore a new location alone. I admired solo travellers for their bravery and sense of independence. However, my solo week in Portugal wasn’t exactly what I expected. I was constantly homesick for my husband and my big, fluffy cat. I often felt overstimulated when I went out, unable to truly enjoy the sights and sounds of such a wonderful city. And then, I ended up sick and bedridden for two days. In the evenings, alone in my hotel room, I would count down the hours until I would be on a plane back home. Did I get a couple good days of sunshine and sightseeing? Sure.
While this realization was fine on its own, when I got home, describing the experience to others proved difficult. I found myself offering vague comments on the balmy weather or picturesque scenery to avoid sharing the full truth, that my trip wasn’t entirely enjoyable. After all, I didn’t want to seem ungrateful. Travel in any capacity is a privilege. And the image I projected on social media had been all fun, all the time.
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