What those people are really saying is, “It’s time for you to be just like everyone else.”
The myth behind this: Frequent travelers actually want to settle down eventually.
Settle down? Really?
Here’s the deal – when people ask why you haven’t settled down, it makes them uneasy. They get nervous because you’re not fitting into the norm they’ve built their lives around. They opt for the traditional route: four walls, a roof, and a predictable lifestyle. You, on the other hand, stick out because that’s not your thing. But the truth is, neither of you is wrong. Different strokes for different folks.
Settling down just doesn’t appeal to you, and that’s perfectly fine.
What those people are really saying is, “I don’t get why you travel so much, so you probably have some issues.”
The myth behind this: People who travel often are trying to escape something.
This often comes from those closest to us. They think that if you’re traveling, you must be running away from something at home.
However, passionate travelers roam the globe for a myriad of reasons. Some travel to expand their horizons and learn more about themselves. Others are bitten by the wanderlust bug and can’t imagine life without travel. And still, some travel to take a break from daily routines, returning refreshed and full of new energy and perspectives. Every travel experience is unique.
Besides, does traveling really equate to escaping? Some people stay in the same place and live life nearly on autopilot. That’s a form of escapism, too, sticking rigidly to routine without stepping outside comfort zones.
What those people are really thinking is, “How are you affording all these trips? Are you secretly rich?”
The myth behind this: Traveling is outrageously expensive.
The key here is priorities.
You don’t need to be a millionaire to see the world. The boundaries we have are often self-imposed. Sure, long-term travel might seem out of reach because people imagine expensive hotels and fancy cocktails. But by prioritizing and challenging preconceived notions, travel becomes surprisingly affordable nowadays.
What those people are really saying is, “You should travel with a strong guy because you’re completely unsafe otherwise.”
The myth behind this: It’s dangerous for women to travel alone.
It’s like women can’t go a day without being reminded of their gender, often by others more than themselves.
One common question is, “Can’t you see how women are treated abroad?”
This misconception seems fueled by media stories, stereotypes, and social norms. Scaring women out of their travel dreams leads to disempowerment. We’d be far better off disregarding these half-baked truths from the naysayers. There are plenty of inspiring female travel bloggers out there, living their dreams and traveling the world!