totally agree with the "only way through, is through" sentiment, and that larger challenges displace smaller ones (so completely, you wonder why you were so fixated on the smaller ones). I wonder if there's some sort of exposure therapy we could arrange so that folks experience larger challenges...assuming they keep perspective when smaller challenges come along later, that could be quite useful!
not everyone should face serious cancer & repeated chemo kinds of challenge, but is there something we could provide to build lasting perspective?
It is a fascinating thought - and deeply personal to each individual's experiences. It's hard for me to tell anyone else "Oh, what you're currently facing is a small challenge relative to xyz" without it coming across as callous and unempathetic. I do think if each individual can have that sort of aha moment for themselves, it gives them something more concrete to think back to down the road
Thanks Meisa! In large part I wanted to really push myself with solitude, and I figured why not throw in a bit of a physical challenge as well. I've never backpacked before so having to carry all my things with me on this journey and walking so many kilometres felt just scary enough to nudge me out of my comfort zone.
That's so cool, Isabella!!! Super inspiring. It sounds like a logistical mega-boss having to plan for the trip. I've gotta add this to my bucket list now 😊
totally agree with the "only way through, is through" sentiment, and that larger challenges displace smaller ones (so completely, you wonder why you were so fixated on the smaller ones). I wonder if there's some sort of exposure therapy we could arrange so that folks experience larger challenges...assuming they keep perspective when smaller challenges come along later, that could be quite useful!
not everyone should face serious cancer & repeated chemo kinds of challenge, but is there something we could provide to build lasting perspective?
It is a fascinating thought - and deeply personal to each individual's experiences. It's hard for me to tell anyone else "Oh, what you're currently facing is a small challenge relative to xyz" without it coming across as callous and unempathetic. I do think if each individual can have that sort of aha moment for themselves, it gives them something more concrete to think back to down the road
Such a neat read. Can I ask what motivated you to start the journey?
Thanks Meisa! In large part I wanted to really push myself with solitude, and I figured why not throw in a bit of a physical challenge as well. I've never backpacked before so having to carry all my things with me on this journey and walking so many kilometres felt just scary enough to nudge me out of my comfort zone.
That's so cool, Isabella!!! Super inspiring. It sounds like a logistical mega-boss having to plan for the trip. I've gotta add this to my bucket list now 😊
Haha it's not too crazy! Happy to share tips once you get to planning your own Camino - feel free to reach out anytime
Thanks sm!