5 Reasons Why Solo Vacations Are Totally Therapeutic

For some reason, doing things by yourself is taboo, from eating at restaurants to going to the movie theater. Traveling is no exception. After all, many tourist spots are made to accommodate large groups.

That said, we believe traveling alone is a very therapeutic experience, and everyone should try it at least once. Below, discover five reasons solo vacations are a necessary experience.

Self-Discovery

Vacation allows us to live in the moment. You aren't worried about what is happening in the hustle and bustle of your hometown. You're just enjoying what's in front of you. When alone, this presence creates the optimal conditions for mindfulness, leading us to self-reflection. You'll learn a lot about yourself—what things you enjoy, what you'd like to avoid in the future.

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Meet New People

When we are with our friends and family, we tend to avoid socializing with others. Alone, we absolutely come out of our shells. When you travel by yourself, you're more likely to meet new people at local restaurants and beaches. And you never know! That person could be someone who changes your life forever.

 

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Expand Your Comfort Zone

Since being alone requires you to confront social norms, you will quickly learn to ignore the eyes of others. Really, there is no shame is doing anything by yourself. It honestly can be a quick way to refresh without draining your social battery.

 

Survival Skills

There aren't many stakes to traveling with a group. If you want to, you can sit back and relax while others navigate and plan your activities. When you fly solo, you're in charge with everything. By the end of it, you will be an expert planner, which can certainly help in your day-to-day life.

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Total Control

Although it is nice to have a travel companion, you have to share every aspect of your plans with another person. In other words, you might not get to eat at the spot you've always dreamed of, or you may miss out on seeing that landmark or riding that attraction because you're forced to make certain compromises. When you travel alone, you alone get to decide what's worth your time.

 

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