Any advice for a first time solo traveler? Specifically for dealing with OCD/anxiety/homesickness?
Hey all!
This Thursday, I will be traveling to the Czech Republic by myself, to take a TEFL certification course. Initially, I was super excited about it (I still am) however my symptoms (OCD, anxiety) have seem to have increased more and more as the day approaches to leave.
I traveled to the UK with a friend around this time last year, and it was my first time leaving North America. I went through something similar, crying that I really didn't want to go, had an increase in intrusive thoughts, however I went, and although I was anxious for the first 4-5 days, my symptoms generally dissipated as the trip progressed. It's also worth noting that I will have very structured days in Prague, while my friend and I just kinda went wherever the wind blew us last year, and I find structure always helps me even at home. I also went to Iceland in August and had minimal symptoms, which gives me hope.
I was just wondering if anyone can give me a few pointers on how to deal with anxiety/OCD, of course if you suffer from those inflictions, or maybe just general advice on how to deal with homesickness for someone who is just starting to travel solo.
Thanks!
Submitted March 12, 2018 at 10:16PM by ooh_its_a_snake http://ift.tt/2p9CWBA
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