There is a book by American writer Sherrill Strad – 'The Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail.' The book remained on the New York Times bestseller list for a long time. The book is the story of a 26-year-old girl's solo journey on the Pacific Crest Trail. One day the girl leaves with a bag on her back. She walks alone for months on a high mountain route of about 250 kilometers. He has no traveling experience. There is no help or support with it. She travels alone through mountains, forests, paths and small rivers. This solo tour changes that completely. In 2014, a film was made based on the book and named after the book itself, which was nominated for an Oscar. Not just Sheryl Stray, there are many others whose lives have been changed by solo travel. As an actress, Neena Gupta proved that there is no age limit to live life to the fullest. At the age of 65, he took his first solo trip. Recently he visited Greece and it was a life changing experience for him. Veteran Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi also believes that solo traveling is essential. Without a journey they feel lost. In an interview he said, “After 12th every child should visit all over India with minimum money. It will definitely change you. It might make you a little better. I have traveled a lot in India and I have yet to see a river from its source to its end. So today in the 'Relationship' column we will talk about solo travel and the benefits associated with it. We will find out that,- How a solo journey can change your life 'Sair Kar Dunya Ki Gafil, Jindgani Phir Kahan? If life is short, then where to go? This share of Khwaja Mir Dard beautifully describes the meaning of travel. Often we go to a tourist destination with family, friends or our partner. But there are very few people who choose to travel alone or have the courage to do so. Some people want to travel alone, but cannot. Some have the desire to go to the mountains, sit by the seashore and see nature up close, but their work and responsibilities do not allow them to do so. Or they find an excuse not to do it. But amidst all the work and responsibilities one can start small. Taking the first step only requires a little effort. You can start with a short (2-3 days) solo trip. This trip can be anywhere near your location. You might have never been there before and want to know about the place. You can get that beautiful feeling only when you go there. After that you will see a positive change in your life. Freedom is felt in solo travel, you are traveling alone. Which gives you a feeling of freedom as you are free to take any decision. You don't have to depend on anyone. Place, time, food and other matters need not be decided by someone else. You are completely free to make every decision you make and are also responsible for every decision. That is why it is said that with freedom comes responsibility. Solo travel teaches self-reliance Solo traveling teaches you to solve your own problems and take control of every aspect of your trip. When you do all the work yourself while traveling, then you start doing your own work in life too. Getting out of the comfort zone and seeing the world Solo travel gives you the opportunity to learn new skills. You step out of your comfort zone. There is an opportunity to meet other people during the journey. Some people find their soulmates even on solo trips. Solo travel makes you meet yourself When you spend time in a peaceful place away from everyday life, crowds, office and household chores, it gives you a chance to meet yourself. You will be able to find answers to many questions running inside you with a calm mind. Sometimes you can also discover the hidden talent within you. The 2010 American romantic drama film 'Eat, Pray and Love' also highlights the importance of solo travel. It stars Julia Roberts as Elizabeth Gilbert, who thought she had everything she wanted in life – a home, a husband and a successful career. Then after a sudden divorce, he doesn't know what's really important in life. Gathering the courage to step out of his comfort zone, he travels to Italy, India and Bali. After this solo journey, he finds himself. The film is based on the book of the same title written by Elizabeth Gilbert. Understand the benefits of a solo trip in some detail- these precautions are necessary before traveling alone Solo travel is not as easy as it sounds as there are some precautions that need to be taken during this time. Whenever you plan a solo trip, keep in mind what is written in the graphic below and act with caution, wisdom and responsibility. So who are you waiting for? If you are planning to travel, prepare for solo travel. But do not forget to take the necessary precautions given above.
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Solo travel can change your life: Traveling alone is all about freedom and self-reliance, but these 10 precautions are also essential
