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You will be okay. In fact, the camino might be just what you need right now.
You will definitely meet people if that’s what you want.
Your booking/packing/distance plans seem fine to me. Many (most?) people bring only one set of walking clothes...
Dont worry, you will meet people.
As far as walking, think of your day as a series of walks, not one long one. Walk for an hour, stop , have coffee, take photos, look around, chat, walk again - rinse and repeat.
You shouldn't have difficulty...
You will be fine and you'll get a lot of support..the "oh sh1t" moment will usually come after your camino.
If you have a therapist it can be useful to scheduled a few phonecalls in the days following your camino.
I also just learned of the...
As all above said, you will be fine. Look at this as an opportunity to heal. You will meet so many positive people on your Camino which will allow you to gain some new perspectives during a difficult personal time. The Camino provides in a number...
You will have a great time, honest!
As above, I don’t have specific town clothes either. After my shower I put on my “tomorrow clothes”, which is what most (but not all) do.
Have a great time 😁
All will be fine embrace the freedom the Camino gives you; don't worry if you need an angel you will find one i found loads:)
You will defo meet the World on your walk; a very sad time for you but the walk and people will lift you and help you...
The trick is to bring clothes that don't look like hiking clothes so try to avoid green and olive, and combinations that look bad together.
I had black combats and removed those little reflective loops from the zips to make them look more casual...
I wouldn't worry about booking more before you go. It won't be high season. After your first four nights you can decide whether it is worth it to you to book the remaining nights the day before.
I don't bring hiking clothes and town cloths, just...
So much sensible advise above. Do not be afraid to walk as a solo female, there are many of us out there and you will definitely have the support of other pilgrims. In my mind, it is one of the best places you could be. Time to reflect, but also...
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