No matter what I do, it's never good enough.

Everything I do is wrong.

Everyone seems to be criticizing it.

As if we were the ones causing trouble.

We acknowledge that there are drawbacks, or what some might consider the dark side of solo travel.

However, the dark side of us that others perceive, from another perspective, it is also an advantage that we, as solo travelers, need quite a lot.

In terms of disadvantages, if we can turn them into our own advantages without causing any inconvenience to others, it would be worth trying.

1. Impatient

Everyone says we are not waiting for him.

We are impatient and do not wait for anyone. Why do we not invite them to travel with us? Why do we have to rush and go alone? Why do we have to go alone on every trip? We can wait a little longer and go together. But let's wait a little longer and see if our schedules can be adjusted.

"The phrase 'just wait a little longer' has caused countless trips to fall through. What do I gain by waiting? Is it too much to ask? Perhaps my impatience, my dislike of waiting for others, and my unwillingness to wait any longer are the driving forces behind my impulsive decisions, such as booking tickets, rooms, and even people on my own. Once booked, it's difficult to cancel because I've already made the reservation, for myself. My plans are already in my head. It's my own fault for being so impulsive."

"Then... 'I'll go alone.'"

Everyone says I'm irritable. When you take me to crowded places, I want to be alone. When you take me to quiet places, I want to be around people. It's hard to please me. You take me here and there, but I don't want to go. When I see a lot of people, I get irritated. I don't want to come again. Don't take me anymore because I'm irritable.

We simply dislike crowded places, especially when we're seeking solitude and personal time. We prefer less crowded locations to avoid the hustle and bustle. We just don't want to be around a lot of people, and that's it. In other words, the places we want to visit don't align with the preferences of the person accompanying us. We just want to do things our way. Sometimes, when we go to the beach, we just want to lie down and listen to the waves in peace, sipping on a cold beer. We don't want to eat seafood at a crowded restaurant and wait in long lines. It's our fault for being easily annoyed.

"Then… 'I'll go alone.'"

3. Self-centered

Many people say that I am self-centered and picky about my travels, accommodations, food, and tourist destinations. They wonder what I really want and why I am so difficult to please. They say that even when they choose and take me to places, I am still not satisfied.

"Not at all. In my heart, I just want to go alone. Following my own desires is what makes me happy, and it suits my preferences for accommodation, food, and attractions. It's just that the chemistry with the people I travel with doesn't always match. We always end up arguing after choosing a destination. Maybe I'm wrong for being so self-centered."

Okay, I'll go alone.

4. Irritable

Everyone says I'm annoying. They say I can't be around people for too long. Of course, deep down, I just want to be alone. I get annoyed by crowds and noise. I want to do things on my own terms. I don't want anyone calling me to tell me I have to be somewhere at a specific time. Sometimes when I travel, I don't want to wake up at a certain time or eat at a certain time. I don't want to follow a plan. Sometimes I just want to change where I'm sleeping so I can wake up late somewhere else. I guess it's my fault that I get annoyed when people try to control everything.

"Then… 'I'll go alone.'"

Not at all. Sometimes we just want to go where we want to go. In reality, we are very hardworking, but only hardworking in the places we want to be. If we were forced to be hardworking in places we didn't want to be, we would probably prefer to stay lazy and quiet.

"Then... 'We'll go alone.'"

6. Unable to appease others

Should you try to win him back? He only invited you on a trip and it fell through 4-5 times. Haha, this is so real, I'm tired of begging. Just one failed trip and I'm already half-hearted about whether he'll invite me again.

Perhaps the inability to appease others has pushed me to become self-sufficient, capable of handling tasks independently, and even traveling solo. Now, when I plan a trip, I simply go. I no longer rely on others, and if I do invite someone, it's because I genuinely want their company. After all, there's no point in trying to convince someone who ultimately doesn't want to join me.

"Then... 'I'll go alone.'"

7. Uncompromising

Why not give in? Give in to him a little. He's already come to apologize. Before, you wanted to give in, you wanted to know how many times you had given in. Many people have to go through the process of giving in before they can finally go out on their own. This also means having to give in to other people's plans for the trip, the places to visit, and the places to eat. You give in and give in, and then the person who planned the trip cancels on you. What about the person who gave in and was waiting with bated breath? Of course, I can't give in to anyone anymore. From now on, I'll have to manage my own travel plans.

Okay, then... "I'll go alone."

"Don't do that, it's not good. Don't go there alone, it's not safe. Don't travel alone, people don't do that."

The mere act of listening to others' opinions on societal restrictions should not lead to a complete loss of personal freedom. Limiting freedom of thought by stating that solo travel is uncommon and discouraged is detrimental.

Embrace a New Perspective: Discover Your Path and Follow Your Heart

This passage encourages a fresh perspective, urging individuals to become their own agents of change. It emphasizes the importance of personal exploration and discovery, advocating for action and self-reliance. The author highlights the limitations of relying solely on external voices, emphasizing the power of one's own intuition and inner voice.

Key Points:

  • Embrace a new perspective: The passage encourages individuals to shed old ways of thinking and adopt a fresh outlook.
  • Become your own agent of change: It emphasizes taking ownership of one's life and actively pursuing personal growth.
  • Explore and discover: The author advocates for actively seeking experiences and knowledge through personal exploration.
  • Follow your heart: The passage highlights the importance of listening to one's inner voice and intuition.
  • Learn from experience: It acknowledges that mistakes and setbacks are valuable learning opportunities.

Figurative Language:

  • "Voices from other people's mouths cannot compete with the voice of your own heart." This metaphor emphasizes the power of internal guidance over external influences.
  • "If it's not right, you'll learn along the way." This statement highlights the value of learning from experience, even when things don't go as planned.

Overall Message:

This passage encourages individuals to embrace a new perspective, actively pursue self-discovery, and follow their own hearts. It emphasizes the importance of personal exploration and learning from experience, ultimately empowering individuals to chart their own course in life.

Traveling solo is no longer considered an oddity in society.

"Then... 'We'll go alone.'"

9. Trust your own heart more than others.

As previously stated, if everyone did the same thing, the world would be filled with people from all walks of life, creating a diverse range of experiences. Why would we want to create a world where everyone is the same?

The world still holds countless differences for us to discover, and to discover for ourselves. Prove to yourself that sometimes we don't have to conform to the mold that society sets for us. Let go sometimes, it's heavy!

Believing in what you are doing and not doing anything pointless brings happiness and self-worth. This value comes from within, not from the opinions of others or the expectations they have of you.

"Then… 'I'll go alone.'"

10. Proactive in seeking information independently, without relying on others.

Okay, here is the translation of the provided text:

"Let's ask this person instead. They seem more likely to have good information. I trust them more, but we'll have to wait a bit. They might not be available to respond right away. This page admin is reliable. I trust them more, but it's been three days since I asked and they haven't responded yet."

Why wait for information from others when Google has everything you need? Utilize the vast resources available online, including emergency hotlines, for immediate answers and interactive information gathering.

Independent research is crucial for solo travelers. Relying on others for information can be detrimental. It's better to research, make mistakes, and learn from them. This way, you can avoid disappointment and take responsibility for your own experiences.

“Then… ‘We’ll go alone.’”

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