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    Suddenly solo on the VdlP

    You should go for it! I walked the Camino Frances in Summer 2016 after some huge changes in my life, to cut a long story short I left an 8yr relationship, my job, home...i had nothing but my last pay check (not a lot of money) and the Camino was the best thing i could have done. I was 28...
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    Walking the Camino July 4th

    hello @snugs06, I will be a day ahead of you, planning to start from SJPP on 3rd July, maybe our paths will cross along the way! I am also planning on taking a light rain jacket and light weight sleeping bag but also a light fleece for a bit of extra warmth when needed. Best of luck and...
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    San fermin (running of the Bulls)

    Hello all, I'm setting off from SJPP on 3rd July (all being well), I know my arrival in Pamplona will therefore coincide with San Fermin - I know this means crowds etc but that doesn't bother me, in fact I've always wanted to experience San Fermin. What is worrying me though is potential lack...
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    Starting 3rd July

    Hi all, I'm so excited, I booked my transport today, flight to Paris then overnight train to Bayonne, arriving St Jean 2nd July to start on 3rd July. I'd been worrying a fair bit in the last few weeks (lots of other stuff going on in my life at the moment), thinking 'am I crazy?! Should I do...
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    Cheap National Express Coach UK to Bayonne

    Thank you! I forgot to add I used this website to book my train ticket, it's slightly cheaper than the sncf website (which have just released a lot of discounted summer tickets) ...https://www.captaintrain.com/en It also lets you add your preference for top/bottom, women only couchette etc -...
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    Cheap National Express Coach UK to Bayonne

    Thanks for your thoughts guys ! Update - I just booked my transport! I'm flying Manchester to Paris, arriving just before 5pm. I'm then catching the overnight train, Paris to Bayonne, leaving just before 22.00 and arriving 8.30am - just in time for breakfast before getting the mid morning...
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    Yet Another Packing List!

    Hello, Have you considered a multi purpose soap? I dont use regular shampoo anymore, I use a solid shampoo bar from a company called 'Lush' - the bars are small and light, you can use it in its own so you don't need conditioner and it lathers up really well so I'm planning to take one with me...
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    Social anxiety...

    I also just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who took the time to reply to my post, it really means a lot to me and I already feel much more positive and less anxious - of course I'm still going to worry a little (I wouldn't be me if I didn't!) but I'm going to embrace the challenge and...
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    Social anxiety...

    Thank you @CaminoDebrita, I loved reading about all of the interesting people you met along the way. I love to meet new people (I just prefer 1:1 rather than big groups!) and I'm really looking forward to all of the lovely people I might encounter!
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    Social anxiety...

    Thank you @Pi Wakawaka , 'you don't need a ticket of approval from others to exist in this life' is certainly something I can reflect on, both now and during the Camino. I would love to hear how you get on and hope you're having a wonderful time (I'm sure you are!). Buen Camino!!
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    Social anxiety...

    Wow @JennyH94 , the refugio sounds amazing! I'm going to make a note of it and will definitely take you up on the offer of a warm welcome - I hope you have a lovely time volunteering there!
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    Social anxiety...

    @Waka, thank you. I found what you said about the Camino giving you what you need not what you want a very interesting thought - maybe what I need is to build my confidence and become comfortable in such situations on my own, and the only way to achieve that is to experience the awkwardness...
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    Social anxiety...

    @kelleymac how lovely for you to have walked with your young son, I'm sure the memories are very special for both of you!
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    Social anxiety...

    Thank you @Icacos
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    Social anxiety...

    Thank you all for taking the time to reply, I really appreciate it Just reading your comments, I already feel better about the whole thing. I think as I said in my original post 'I need to do this' - I think this element of conquering my anxieties and letting go of some of the issues I've had...
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