If traveling was free....

Recently I had to interview this lovely person. She mentioned the fact that she loves traveling. And that she had recently posted a quote on her facebook;

"If traveling was free, you would never see me again..."

At first I was like "DUHH same here!". But then again,, 

Why is that second part of the sentence you'd never see me again? Why not travel together, who doesn't like to travel?? I think it's because most people don't travel to just see the world. Traveljunkies(that's what I call them for now) aren't just traveling to explore the world. What they like to do, is to run away from their home crowed... I think exploring yourself is somehow an urge for a lot of people, and it's best to do it alone.

Few weeks ago I read that every great story always exists out of 3 parts:

1st The call, the call to adventure.

2nd The battle, the conflict in life, with a rebirth as a reward.

3rd The elixer, sharing your insights, experiences and happiness to take on in your normal life. 

Every story begins with a wakeup call. A major issue in life that calls for a change. (the call)

With the intention to search for the meaning of life and exploring yourself, therefore you must face your fears. (the battle)

When you return home, you'll be able to help others. For example by sharing your story. (the elixer)

The second part, the battle, is moment when people start traveling. Maybe this "magic" story formula the reflection of a human life cycle. That's why those stories are so likeable, it is equal to our feelings. It is the perception of what we want in our life. 

What would my life look like if traveling was free?

I'd probably be in an other country at least every other weekend. But most people that I know also love traveling so I wouldn't be alone. And to be honest, yes, if traveling was free I would also travel by myself. If it wasn't clear yet, I too am in this battle fase at least the beginning of this fase. I would consider myself as a beginning traveljunkie, love to explore but not yet addicted (enough).

Why sleeping is not a waste of time

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Yes, mom...  I am sorry mom... I'll try not to mom....

I remember those times when my mom would whine about the fact that I got out of bed so late, AGAIN! Clearly it didn't have any effect on me, none whatsoever. I knew that it was wrong of me to sleep in so late, but it just felt soooo gooddd.

The complaints started when I became a teenager and somewhere around a year ago she stopped complaining about it. I think my mom somehow realised that there was a reason for me to sleep so much, that might have been the reason why she stopped whining, or maybe she just stopped caring.

Given the fact that my mom doesn't complain anymore and instead of feeling bad over it, I decided to except it and even embrace it. 

"I LOVE SLEEPING!"

Hearing people say sleeping is a waste of time, makes me feel mis understood.

Hello!! I am not even talking about all the benefits of sleeping. Things like more stamina, improvement of your memory, improvement in blood pressure, spur creativity, less daytime fatigue and more and more, you name it. (btw. all proven facts from health.com)

But when I really think about it, non of that is really relevant to me, it's is just an extra.
No, why I really love to sleep is because I can control my dreams.

Jealous much huh?!? I hear you ;)

And with having a wild imagination like I do, sleeping becomes really fun!
Especially when you're living this "normal" life like I do. I make dreams far more exciting than my real life. I don't care if you think that is B.S. and stop saying that I should make my real life excting. This what works for me and this is how I like to live. This is how we roll.

And with that being said, I will jump in bed to live my dream.

Good night, sleep tight !

#LifeWithoutBumps