One of my very favorite things to do in life is go to new places, and to a lesser extent, meet new people. I've been thinking a lot today about how I haven't been anywhere in a long time and this made me reminisce about the places I've been. Canada, Japan, and most of the continental United States. My favorite has been Japan, hands down, and if you know me, you're tired of hearing me talk about it. I do realize that I can ramble a bit when I start off on the 6 months I spent in Tokyo.
I think travelling makes us better people. Not just because we have more stories, but because we have a wider perspective. We have a broader filter for people's mannerisms, beliefs, and heritage. I think everyone should go to a foreign country and stock up on perspective. See how polite and respectful they are. Observe their customs and learn as much as we can.
I know that my time travelling has not only given me fond memories, but a greater love for my fellow man. I adore other people's culture. A lot has to do with the fact that it's new and exciting, but also because I picture what it would have been like if my life were like that. In a way, immersing yourself in another way of life is a way to live more fully and a way to become more understanding and accepting.
I hope to travel all over the world some day, and when I do, I'll be ready to open up my mind and dive in.
Have your boarding passes ready for inspection, and have a nice day.
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