I remember this tension during my travels, Tobi, like it was yesterday. I hopped around for three years on working holiday visas and savings. I had a ball! I remember feeling sad, optimistic, lonely, hopeful, unsure, capable, frustrated, joyous, and fulfilled. It was often a rollercoaster, and even now, after three years of marriage and an apartment to call my own (as much as a rental can be, but no roommates except my husband!) I only sometimes feel settled.
Agreed with all the folks here... If this does end up as a “once in a lifetime” type opportunity, bask in the thrill and its ups and downs! Make shit happen. Don’t do anything. Trust your gut. (Especially once your microbiome is back on track!)
Loved reading it. I’d enjoy a sabbatical just to slow down a bit for some time…
Btw, The Canary island is a great place to be for a month or two (or some years…)
Terrific piece, Tobi. As a fellow traveller on a very similar sabbatical journey, this is so relatable and heart warming.
I remember this tension during my travels, Tobi, like it was yesterday. I hopped around for three years on working holiday visas and savings. I had a ball! I remember feeling sad, optimistic, lonely, hopeful, unsure, capable, frustrated, joyous, and fulfilled. It was often a rollercoaster, and even now, after three years of marriage and an apartment to call my own (as much as a rental can be, but no roommates except my husband!) I only sometimes feel settled.
You're doing great! One day at a time.
Wonderful share Tobi :)
Agreed with all the folks here... If this does end up as a “once in a lifetime” type opportunity, bask in the thrill and its ups and downs! Make shit happen. Don’t do anything. Trust your gut. (Especially once your microbiome is back on track!)