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What Can I Do?
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Try some armchair
traveling when you
receive those slick
brochures for cruises or
packaged tours. Look
closely at their itineraries
and find the stops on a
map (online or in an oldschool atlas). Why did they
choose that destination?
What history or natural
beauty would you be
exposed to? Build a better
brain by imagining what it
would be like to be there.
2
Act like a tourist in your
own town. Find your
local visitors center if you
have one. Get some of the
free brochures and maps
it offers, and consider
striking up a conversation
with others looking for
local travel ideas. Share
your favorites and learn
why others see your town
as interesting.
3
To paraphrase Detective
Steve McGarrett from
Hawaii Five-0, “Book it,
Danno.” Put a date on
the calendar, along with
a destination, and make
it happen. Your brain will
thank you.
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area of the brain involved in learning
and memory processes, thereby
improving our capacity to learn new
information quickly and efficiently.
Boosting Emotional
Intelligence and Empathy
Traveling frequently involves interacting
with people from various backgrounds
and cultures. These interactions
can significantly enhance a person’s
emotional intelligence and empathy.
Understanding and adapting to different
cultural contexts improves our ability
to read and respond to the emotions of
others. Experiences such as witnessing
diverse social customs or engaging in
local traditions can deepen our empathy
and appreciation for other perspectives.
This not only enhances social
skills but also contributes to greater
tolerance and respect for diversity.
Emotional intelligence, a critical
component of successful interpersonal
interactions and leadership, is thus
markedly improved through the
experiences gained from travel.
Creating Strong Social Connections
Traveling in a group can be a special way
to forge new friendships. The shared
experiences of travel naturally foster
close bonds and mutual understanding
among group members. When you
travel with others, you have unique
experiences together that aren’t part
of everyday life. Whether it’s marveling
at a sunset, navigating a busy market,
or overcoming the challenges of a hike,
these shared experiences can form
the foundation of lasting friendships.
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