Traveling: Mending Humanity 

By: Anwar 

My emotions are so high right now as I sit and write this blog. It’s been a solid month since my last post, but that’s because I was indulged in the beauty of Masr (Egypt) and its history, and more specifically, its people. The people that I met, got to know, and now I weep bittersweet tears as I leave them behind and think of the memories we created. Often I wonder to myself how I end up in these opportunities in regards to being able to travel and meet new people, when at the end all I do is get attached and cry as I depart. It’s such a blessing to have the freedom to travel the world, but I found my answer to the thoughts I often ponder, and that being, I learn so much about myself and my own character. 
For one, I love people. I’m clearly a people person. I love that I am, but sometimes I think “OH MY GOD, why?” I mean, I meet new people at least weekly or monthly, but most especially when I explore the world. I love meeting new people. I feel like I gain a whole new perspective of the world when I meet someone new. The bad part about it all is saying goodbye. It’s like that beauty of what you were just exposed to is taken away. It’s all temporary, but why does it have to be that way? I guess technology suffices for mending broken hearts nowadays. 
Another point as to why traveling bring importance to our lives -Is it that we enjoy temporary change? Well anyways, traveling always seems to be the best time to reflect upon traveling. Ha! Who woulda thought! Between 6 plane rides total, I was able to think about, and I came up with the following conclusion: Everyone needs to travel. Everyone deserves to travel. Don’t let anything hold you back. Travel to a place that’s different than what you’re used to. Give yourself a chance to explore the world beyond the scope of what you perceive. Give yourself a chance to mend with strangers who will most likely fill an empty void in your heart. Give yourself a chance to appreciate the little things in life and the big things that the world has to offer. We owe it to ourselves to appreciate the the things we take for granted… understanding how the world works beyond your front door, appreciating the access to fresh, filtered water, appreciating air conditioning where ever we go, and appreciating a sense of security we build within ourselves when we feel the world around us. Most importantly, you will appreciate the kindness and beauty of humans that we are often perceived not to see due to the plague of negativity that often surrounds us (that is if you allow it to). It’s quite amazing. Mend humanity together. It’s starts by stepping outside your front door. Travel and see the world. 
Before I leave, ponder this: why is it that we live in a world in which the identity you hold allows your limits to the world? Something to think about. I have hope this will change soon. This leaves me off on a totally different topic, for a future blog 😉. Let’s just say I was left mind-blown this past week after a convo with a very wise person. 
Until next time. Peace and blessings!
Love, 

Anwar 🤗