Week Four

I am at my most peace and most joy when I travel. Wherever it is that I go, and whether it is through driving or flying, I feel most peaceful. When I travel and get to experience life and the world in a different manner I feel that I am able to relax and let my troubles stay behind. When I go somewhere unique and different I feel that no one can get to me, that I can think for myself and be able to let my heart find peace and connect with myself. This is when I am able to reflect on my days, my troubles, my excitements, my life and my passions. Oddly enough, traveling and vacations for me are the most rewarding. I get to accomplish things that I struggle to get done during my everyday life, focus my head and heart in order to put my life and current situation in perspective. To me, this is peaceful. My time alone traveling, even if it is with family or friends, makes me appreciate life and all of its benefits and always leaves a lasting impact on my head and heart. I feel mentally focused after my travels and my heart feels refreshed and rejuvenated to be able to connect with my passions and remain opened to life and all of the endless possibilities for myself. For reasons I cannot explain, traveling influences me, excites me and drives me to be the best person I can possibly be. This past summer I got the opportunity to intern in Brazil for 6 weeks. This trip was most rewarding for me not simply because of the work experience and tools that I gained from it but also because it allowed me to grow as an individual and feel in control of my own life, thoughts and path in the world.