It is said, “Time fixes everything”, but when it comes to bad memories and deep wounds, then not only time, the change of atmosphere, experience and thinking is also necessary. In such a situation, traveling, that is, has emerged as an impressive medium, which is playing an important role in getting rid of mental anguish and negative thinking. Today, when stress, breakup, job missing, or losing their own are becoming common experiences, people are adopting different measures in search of self-sensation. In this episode, traveling has become a method that people have started adopting not only to roam, but also to “reset” themselves.
Why does traveling give mental relaxation?
Mental health experts believe that when a person goes through a sad experience, his mind becomes like a closed room – suffocated, dark and entangled in the same thinking. In such a situation, the journey gives him an opportunity to open a new window. New places, new people, new language and different culture make the person the way the person think wide. Shruti Mathur, a psychologist, says, “When we go to a new place, ‘Happy hormones’ such as dopamine and endorphins are released in our mind, which reduce stress and make us feel positive.”
Effect of brain reverring
The biggest advantage of the journey is that it helps in ‘rewiring’ our brain. The same type of routine and memories hold our way of thinking. But as soon as you go to mountains, beaches or historical places, your mind starts to feel the present. This causes bad memories to be left behind slowly.
Medium of joining yourself
Traveling is not just a geographical change, it is also a journey of self-consciousness. When you travel alone or close to someone, you understand your thoughts and feelings better. You question yourself and also start looking for answers. Aman Mishra, a resident of Pushkar, who experienced a difficult breakup in his life, says, “I was very broken. Then I traveled to Rishikesh alone. The peace I felt during the Ganga Aarti, I introduced me to myself.”
Social media and traveling
In the modern era where social media is part of everything, travel experience is also being shared through Instagram and YouTube. Many people are inspiring others through their travel Vlog, how the journey gave a new light in their life. This also gives courage to those who are trapped in mental stress.
Budget friendly travel option
If you think that traveling is expensive, then it is not completely correct. There are many places in India that can be roamed in the budget – such as Kasauli, McLeodganj, Pushkar, Varanasi, and Hampi. If you want, you can also experience travel by backpacking.
When and how to travel?
If you are going through a sad experience and feeling mentally tired, then travel can be adopted by adopting the following methods:
Start with close places
Choose nature related places like mountains, lakes or forests
Travel alone or with a trusted friend
Adopt Digital detox – Use the phone less during travel
Write travel experiences in diary
Traveling therapy is becoming a new trend
Nowadays many therapists recommend traveling as ‘supportive therapy’. Some counseling firms are also running travel-based healing programs, where people travel in group and share their feelings. It also increases social connections.
