Even I couldn’t believe it too. Of how I do not have anything back then. My Dad and our family is struggling financially. But I still hold on to the idea that there is something that I really like to do. And that is to travel to another country. Back then, 2017. Not a lot in my peers are open about travelling because of one main reason why. It’s expensive.
Travelling doesn’t have to be expensive. There are ways to travel without having any money. I hold on to this idea in my heart that I want to travel for free.
From getting someone to believe in me and sponsoring my ticket.
Did you know that I only have 5000 PhP (120 CAD ) pesos pocket money that time and additional 2000 PhP ( 50 CAD ) because I ran out of my hygiene supply. And this is all in a span of 6 weeks.
Honestly, I didn’t know how I survived too.
Holding on to your silent wishes.
The most valuable lesson that this trip taught me. Is that everything is possible. You just need a new mind programming. Travelling is not just for the rich. It’s for everyone that wants to see the world with their own eyes.
My journey there. I do not know what to say. But I know that back then, I want to prove something for myself. To expose myself to an uncomfortable place where I only have myself. I made some friends. And it is really possible to live a life that you dream of.
You know it’s true, I can still remember vividly of the experience that I did get. After 8 years. And thinking about it makes me smile.
I was single that time and I am not in any relationship. During those times, it gave me another silent wish that I hold into my heart dearly. To have a partner that is going to share the experience with me as I travel the world. One place at a time.
Hold on to that dream in your heart. Universe will help you to make it happen. Also, you need to do your part too. Prepare yourself so that once opportunity presents itself, you are ready to take it.
1. YOU HAVE TO BELIEVE IT.
In order to believe it. Hold on to it. Visualize and list the experiences you’d like to experience once you’re there.
2. KEEP IT AS A LITTLE SECRET TO YOURSELF
A lot of your friends and family will think of it as a crazy idea. One thing you can keep in mind so that you won’t be swayed is to stick to the plan. Only announce it if you’re already there. You should learn to decide for yourself.
3. BE HONEST TO YOUR PARENTS
All it takes is a little courage. To face our parents and tell them what we want. For my case, my father is not sure about it because he didn’t get to decide this on himself too. I acknowledge that during that time, we are not doing well financially. And spending money on me is not practical even, I have 3 brothers that time still studying. I told my Dad of how much I really wanted it and explained it to him.
4. TO START, YOU ONLY NEED ONE PERSON TO BELIEVE IN YOU
Tell your story. You never know if the person infront of you will support your idea. You only need one person to start anyways. And it did happen.
5. YOU HAVE TO BE READY AND HONEST TO YOURSELF
Part of it is accepting that there are things beyond your control. You do your part. And let universe do its part too. Delayed doesn’t mean denied. And closed doors doesn’t mean you failed. You have to prepare your heart. That no matter how much we want something we need to ask for guidance from above too. You have to learn to surrender.
I hope that this blog gave you a little bit of encouragement about travel. You can also visit AIESEC about Global Volunteer program or their internship programs. Good luck! Have a beautiful travel journey.
Feel free to ask me anything about my journey in Vietnam. 🙂
-Micah B.