One merchandise on my “22 for 22” list is to “Make a journey with my daughter Eleanor.” And we did it! We simply returned from Paris, the place we had a beautiful time.
After going so lengthy with out touring, I nonetheless really feel a bit out of shape. Earlier than and through this large journey, I discovered myself reflecting on a few of my most helpful Secrets and techniques of Maturity for Journey:
- At all times depart loads of room within the suitcase.
- Do not let anybody get too hungry, too drained, too scorching, or too chilly.
- By no means cross up a possibility to go to the toilet.
- By no means cross up a possibility to cost your cellphone.
- Put on snug footwear.
- Hold a stash of back-up snacks (see #2).
- Pack a canvas tote bag (we did not find yourself needing this bag, however on different journeys, I’ve discovered it invaluable).
- It doesn’t matter what the climate is exterior, costume warmly for the airplane.
- Make a plan, however depart room for spontaneity.
- If one thing’s necessary, do not put it in a checked suitcase. (This reminder turned out to be essential; my bag took eight days to reach in New York Metropolis.)
- Keep in mind, it is speculated to be enjoyable.
If you would like to learn extra Secrets and techniques of Maturity, they’re here.
If you would like extra journey hacks, episode 180 of the Happier with Gretchen Rubin podcast is devoted to listeners’ hacks—so many nice solutions.
What Secrets and techniques of Maturity would you add to this record? I am all the time searching for extra concepts.
