It’s been almost a month since my last blog post, and I’ve been through quite an emotional rollercoaster. Breaking habits is harder than I anticipated, especially when I tend to withdraw from the world during tough times. But lately, I’ve come to accept this about myself.
On a positive note, I recently visited Greece for the first time in my life. The experience was incredibly refreshing. Thessaloniki, with its sun-drenched streets, became my temporary refuge. Sometimes, life surprises us with unexpected gifts, and this trip was one of them. As the saying goes, “You don’t always get what you want; you get what you need.” Thank you, Universe, for granting me this trip. I really needed it.
Returning from Greece, I felt like a different person. It was as if I’d been reborn. For a while, I hadn’t truly felt like myself. It been a long time since I have rested emotionally and psychologically. The trip granted me this so needed emotional rest.
I’ve also noticed that I thrive in sunny countries. Having lived in Turkey before, I appreciate the warmth and brightness. People there seem happier too—perhaps the sun truly does make life better. It’s no wonder I left Ireland; the lack of sunshine didn’t suit me at all. Although, I have so much love for Ireland and its people.
Traveling to new places is my medicine. It rejuvenates me, just like connecting with interesting people. Speaking of which, my recent trip was part of an Erasmus+ youth exchange alongside the Latvian team. It had been five years since my last similar event, and this experience allowed me to reflect on my personal growth. We often notice our development when faced with familiar situations that elicit different reactions. While I won’t delve into project specifics now, I can say that the participants from Spain, Slovakia, Croatia, Sweden, and other countries were amazing. These experiences allow us to see our growth—how we react differently in familiar situations over time.
Greece was my unexpected remedy. We all carry worries—those persistent thoughts that weigh us down. But in Thessaloniki, I found solace. The sun-drenched streets, the friendly faces—they worked their magic. I rested emotionally and mentally, recharging my inner energy, equipping me to face my worries head-on. Life’s twists and turns may surprise us, but sometimes they lead us exactly where we need to be. My worries didn’t vanish completely, but I returned with newfound strength to face them. Sometimes, unexpected journeys lead us back to ourselves, rekindling our vitality.
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