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I have two days and one night left in Michigan... There were moments today where I felt a sudden panic that this journey is actually here and I do not feel prepared. Moments like these, especially for an anxious claustrophobic, the power of breath is the truest. So many emotions racing through my head including the fear of leaving the nest- this is the longest I have been away from home (even when I lived away for college), fear for many obvious reasons, worry of something bad happening and being out of contact, anxiety about being trapped on so many airplanes, and definitely panic that my bags are not packed. But also excitement to be back in a timeless place with beautiful people, gratitude that this journey has presented itself regardless of finances or "the right timing", and for those that are opening their homes/hearts to us. I am blessed to have the opportunity to truly, truly dig deeply into my own mind and to further understand self love in all aspects of life. I have come to realize that it is not a trip and can or will be fully prepared for. It is a learning experience and a time to fill my mind with the wisdom and knowledge of so many.

"No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path."

- Buddha