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Carmen Bilecki's avatar

Everything you said really hits home for me. I’m reading through all your chapters, and it’s exactly what I’m going through right now. I’m so glad I found your account! Lately, I’ve been feeling like I’m drowning in my daily life, and I crave this kind of freedom so much.

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Claire at Backpacking Bella's avatar

I'm so happy it resonates, Carmen! It was so hard when I was craving escape and adventure, while another part of me was scared and holding myself back. Sorry to hear you're drowning - I really hope you find the freedom you seek. I have a feeling you will.

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Dr. CK | Beyond Borders 🛫's avatar

Claaaaaaaaaaire!!! My dear soul sista! This was absolutely lovely to read and I still can't believe that this post hinges on a lot of the topics I'll be sharing with this month's theme on MINDSET.

I saw myself traveling back to China - MY Thailand - only to discover the same thing; the problem (and the solution) were within me, not my getaway home. This was refreshing to read. Thank you so much for being authentic and sharing your story with us. 🫶🏽

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Claire at Backpacking Bella's avatar

Charity, thank you so much for your comment! I'm happy you liked it.

Mindset is such an important topic and I can't wait to read your perspectives on it. You're so right, often both the problem and the solution lie within us ❤️

On a related note, apparently Belgians can now travel to China visa-free so I may hit you up for some recommendations!

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Laurie Jean's avatar

Beautiful! A thoughtful and real article, that will stay with me.

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Claire at Backpacking Bella's avatar

Hi Laurie Jean, I'm so happy you liked it! I really appreciate your comment.

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