When I flew off to Kerala to join the #KeralaBlogExpress , never in a million years did I think of all the life lessons I would gain on my two-week journey . With the hashtag #ATripOfALifetime nothing prepared me for what I learnt and how much value it has given to my life.
Joining 29 strangers for two weeks on a bus is rather nerve wrecking. But the warmth ,love and care I experienced changed everything. After two weeks I gained 29 amazing friends from all parts of the world. Each friend with their own unique story and lessons to teach me. Friends I thank you and hope to see you all somewhere soon in the World again.
10 Life Lessons :
- Learn to travel light. Luggage wise and emotionally. Stop getting pulled back by worldly goods and expectations. Live a simple life.
- Language is not a barrier to communication. Just because someone does not speak English as their first language do not let it stop you from starting a conversation. Sometimes non verbal communication is more powerful. Each day I miss hearing the accents from around the world.
- Sharing is caring.When we share it shows are care and consideration for others. It does not matter how what you share but share it makes the world a better place.
- Everyone has a story to tell. So stop talking and start listening. You will be amazed what you will learn.
- Stop and appreciate the world around you. We get so caught up in the rat race of life that we forget to slow down and take in the beauty around you. And sometimes that even means not taking a photo of that moment.
- Networking is vital and no man is an island. Share ideas ,ask for help and make new friends along the way.
- Travelling changes your life. In so many ways does your perception of life change that sometimes you stop and think why did I not do this sooner ?
- Experience new things and take chances. You will be rather surprised just how much you enjoy new experiences. Sometimes we need to step out of our comfort zones to truly experience life
- . Turning dreams into reality is totally possible. I am inspired by my fellow travel buddies to pursue my dreams of turning my blog into a full-time paying job. My friends have taught that nothing is impossible and the world is your oyster.
- I am not defined by what I wear and own. Instead I am defined by the person I am ,my ability to inspire and motivate others. Too often we get caught up in the material world and forget about the morals and values in life.
Being selected to join the #KeralaBlogExpress has changed my life. I have learnt so much about who I am and what I now want from life. Sometimes we need to go on a journey to discover who we are and what we want from life. Often what we thought we wanted is not what we really want or need. One thing for sure I know that all I know want to do is travel the world and experience everything.
I have recently started following The Blog and today’s post falls under “The Best Life Lesson”.
Why do you travel ? What have you learnt from your travel adventures?
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Those are some amazing lessons. In the end we are all human beings with the same destination in mind.Love this post.
That is a true story ! Travel just makes you see the world in a different way x
Great post! ?
Thank you ! Second time writing it 🙂
Wise words from Kerala
Cheers
Tapir tales
It was an eventful trip 🙂 thanks for reading
It’s funny, when talking to a lot of other travelers if asked if they have taken a motorcoach tour they “gasp” in revulsion. I used to also until my work forced me into to them. I found like you that you meet many new people. In fact I keep in touch with a few from over 10 years ago! I also like that you don’t have to worry about your luggage, where you will be staying and most of the time where to eat. Your time spent also taught you a lot about your future, lucky you! 🙂
It is pretty awesome and I would do it again.
I have always believed travel is a wonderful educator especially learning about one’s self. I can tell in your words it has changed you in some wonderful ways. Embrace it!! Happy future travels!
Thank you Lisa !
So amazing you got to do this – and some very useful lessons shares
It is an amazing opportunity for all travel bloggers.
Great list and good reminders.
I am ALLLL about traveling light! So glad you mentioned that. Great post, thanks for sharing. Happy travels 🙂
A lesson that is vital in life.
Love this post. You’re right, networking is so important!
Especially in the Travel blogger community. It is always good to know people when you travel.
These are some great life lessons that everyone needs to step back and remember sometimes!
simple things we forget.
What a lovely experience you had, I feel that after returning from a 4 month backpacking stint I can very much agree with these. Travel really does make you so much more open and it is lovely.
wow four months that sounds amazing !
Congratulations for being chosen to join the Kerala Blog Express. But more so for learning such valuable lessons. I envy you!
Thank you for your kind words 🙂 you should enter next year.
Yeah, I definitely learnt number 2 from my time living in China. Context and hand gestures go a long way.
My local friend calls it ‘heart to heart’ communication. haha
Great advice! Especially the bit about not letting your possessions define you! This is something that I see a lot now, really don’t understand it!
saddens me when people flaunt this.