It is no secret how travel influences your mind, body, and soul. I now recollect a famous quote by the Dalai Lama himself, “Every year, travel at least once to a place you have never been to”. The quote inspires me to travel whenever I get the chance. For me, travel is the ultimate escape from the daily money-crazy routine. For many, travel is the ultimate reason to live. Travel means different things to different people. Some set out to explore the unseen, some to learn and spiritually evolve, some to brainstorm their ideas that they are looking for, some to relax, and then there are the adventure junkies who always crave for some mind-bending, spine-twisting experiences.
Here are some of the reasons you must consider travelling every now and then to unwind-
1. Recharge Your Batteries
Don’t you feel like getting off your work chair and jumping out of your office window? Well, I did feel many times. It is healthy to shut off your workaholic brain and fly somewhere you have never been to. Medical research has proven that travel reduces stress levels and revitalises the mind. Putting it simply, “Travel recharges our batteries”.
2. Travel Changes Your Whole Perspective of Life
Travelling is believed to expand human consciousness, according to the latest understanding of medical science. Such is the power of travel. Travel makes us more aware of life. I find it true to the very word. Whenever I return after exploring a new destination, I personally notice positive changes in my attitude and in how I behave and carry myself. It is always surprising when you are out for a trip, how your mind dumps all those negative thoughts you brought from your workplace. Spending time travelling refreshes your tired brain with new ideas. Various new experiences prepare you to deal with all your work or family issues with ease. You would smile off everything that disturbs you.
3. Travel Teaches You to Live the Present
We often tend to forget that life is meant to be enjoyed by “living in the present moment”. We are completely trapped in the usual drama that surrounds us. Let it be in your office or your family, constant stress never allows you to see the beauty of life. Travel is the most effective tool to enjoy your life. Travel helps you find yourself within. Whenever you are out looking for excitement, be it hiking the Himalayas, strolling through the streets of the historical city of Fort Cochin or partying at nightclubs of Goa, you literally disconnect and forget the past or do not even care about the future. You enjoy the moment, and that is what makes life beautiful and travelling a gift.
4. Travel is Knowledge
In India, ancient rishis and saints travelled all across the subcontinent in search of knowledge. They believed travel is the ultimate tool for wisdom. In Islam, it is said that Islamic traditions are the collective result of the prophets’ voyages. I believe in it too. A week of travel to specific destinations teaches us more than sitting inside a closed classroom. We would come to know the world better when we set out to explore on our own. We would learn about various other cultures, languages, food and whatnot? There is a whole lot we do not know about the planet we live on, but we do have the gift of enjoying the grandeur of this creation.
5. Reconnect with Mother Nature
City life always excites us, but once you get into it, you will feel sorry for yourself. The polluted air, the relentless noise from car horns and engines, fast food, and technology are killing us in a matter of years. Once in a while, reconnect with our beloved Mother Nature and set out on a journey to a serene hill station or your favourite beach destination. Breathe in some fresh air, treat your eyes with the lush greenery surrounding the hills, enjoy a sunbath and rejuvenate yourself.
I hope you enjoyed the post. You may have many of your own reasons to travel. Share with us. We are a passionate group of travel enthusiasts who love to travel and share our experiences.
