13/12/2024
What a journey, inwards and outwards. I left almost a month ago with a sense of rush. After 2 months of being in The Netherlands, I was activated by the productive fast paced energy again. And it took a while to relax and truly be present in the moment. At each destination I was looking into the next one before I even took the time to experience and be with what is. The cold also pushed me to keep going further south. But even in the furthest end of Portugal the winter hits!
The first part of this journey I travelled with a friend, which was a comfortable way of travelling, but I also had to compromise on my needs and couldn't completely find the peace I was looking for. After a week I spent many days completely alone. This was where I could truly reconnect with my feelings, needs and desires. At times I felt a bit lost, other times I felt like I am exactly where I need to be. And when I managed to be truly present in the moment, I felt this enormous trust in life and its beauty.
Stepping into the unknown was overwhelming and a bit scary at times. Not knowing where I was heading and if I was actually heading into the 'right' direction. But other times I had such strong impulses that guided me to the most magical places and experiences. I am super grateful for this trip and my van Bounty who brought me safely to all these places and gave me a 'home' wherever I was. Something I realised I was longing for. I have realised that I want to live a bit less of a nomadic lifestyle in the future. Put my roots down and build. Thanks to my van I have the opportunity to explore the question of where I will do this deeper, without any rush. And in the meantime I get to enjoy the ride that takes me to all these magical places.
In a few days I fly to the Netherlands where I will stay until the end of January. Then I fly back to my van and the journey continues. Where do you think I will be heading next?
