2. Be Open to Life-Changing Friendships
Some people you meet on the road will vanish in a day. Others will follow you for a lifetime.
Travel accelerates intimacy. When you’re stripped of familiar surroundings, conversations go deeper, faster. I’ve had late-night talks with strangers in hostel kitchens that rival the kind of heart-to-hearts it usually takes years to build.
Not every bond will last, and that’s fine. Some people are meant to teach you something in a moment and then disappear. Others will stay with you long after the trip ends. Both are gifts if you’re open enough to receive them.
Thanks to smartphones and social media, it’s easier than ever to remain connected to the wonderful souls who impact our travels. Nurture those connections.
