The most important wish in my life is for my wife to be happy. That is the unwavering core of who I am. Yet, when I take the time to reflect, I find a desire to live while traveling. This isn’t a need to escape from reality; rather, it’s a process to deeply connect with my true self.

Not an Escape, but a Journey of Self-Discovery
Whenever I mention wanting to go on a journey, people often ask, “Are you just trying to escape?” It’s true that sometimes we need to step away from the demands of everyday life to recharge. However, my urge to travel goes deeper. For me, being in an unfamiliar place provides a way to find my true self, which can be lost amid daily routines. For me, travel is a process of reconnecting with my inner self.

On a journey, freed from the habits and routines of daily life, I often feel my mind return to a more grounded state. It’s in these moments that I can hear the “inner voice” that’s usually drowned out by the noise of everyday life. This voice can be challenging to listen to, yet it’s an essential part of who I am and one I feel I must face.

Encounters and Realizations on the Road
The people and experiences I encounter during my travels are not just superficial visits to tourist destinations. By immersing myself in different cultures and perspectives, I find my own values tested, and new insights emerge. This isn’t an escape but a way to clarify what I truly value.

At one point, I asked myself, “What is it that I really want to protect?” Being in a foreign place, exposed to different ways of life, brought my family and loved ones into clearer focus. This experience helped me see the core of who I am, and since that moment, I’ve been able to stay grounded in my values, even after returning to daily life.

“Traveling” as Part of a Parallel Life
As a practitioner of a parallel life, I view travel as “another way of living.” Parallel life is about simultaneously living multiple lives, each one enriching the other and making our overall experience more fulfilling. Traveling is a significant part of that, as being in different environments enriches my life with diversity and depth.

The insights and growth I gain from these journeys have a profound impact on my everyday life. Gaining a fresh perspective through self-reflection deepens my relationships with family and loved ones. Each time I return from a journey, I find myself full of gratitude and love for my wife, with renewed energy to walk our shared path together.

Facing Challenges and Growing Through Travel
Travel naturally comes with risks and uncertainties. However, overcoming these challenges provides an opportunity to recognize both my strengths and my weaknesses, which is one of the most rewarding aspects of travel. It is during those challenging moments that I’m forced to confront my core self and remember what truly matters to me.

For example, if I find myself feeling alone in a foreign place where I don’t speak the language, I realize it’s not about escape. It’s a moment that challenges my inner strength and resilience. With every test of my limits, I feel growth, returning home as a stronger person, eager to share that growth with my wife and family.

The Significance of a Journey to Face My True Self
For me, choosing to “live while traveling” is not simply about personal satisfaction; it’s a means to face my true self. This choice is entirely compatible with my wish for my wife’s happiness. In fact, I believe that by refining myself through these journeys, I can grow as a person and, in turn, live a richer life with her.

The time travel offers for self-reflection is priceless to me. When I return to everyday life, with these experiences fresh in my heart, I feel an even deeper appreciation for my loved ones and the life we share.

Life is a series of choices, and the way we live is shaped by those choices based on our values and beliefs. Choosing the path of travel is one of those decisions. However, if I can continue to find myself and grow through the journey, then it becomes a valuable part of my journey to face my true self.

The reason I choose to live while traveling is because I believe that there, in that journey, I find my true self, and I gain the strength to build a deeper life with those I love.