I tend to gravitate away from negativity, it messes with my zen
If those around you are not conducive to your positive development and/or experience, I'd suggest finding like-minded souls to be around... or just enjoy your own company.
I start my first Camino in two weeks but I am genuinely looking forward to the uncertainty of not knowing where I will rest at the end of each day, I anticipate starting and ending my daily journey when I feel like it or when it feels right...
I'll decide how fast or slow and how far I want to walk, how early or late I'd like to rise or stop walking for the day...
I'll enjoy the whole experience of the Camino and if I meet people along the way who are negative or panicky or forceful with their ideas/views, I'll thank them but tell them politely and nicely that it's not how I want to experience my Camino.
And if I meet people rushing for beds... as tired as I may be, I pray for strength and peace to give up my bed (if I have one to give away that is) so they can hopefully understand goodwill and pay it forward.
I sssooo anticipate finding hidden gems along the way, exploring smaller towns where many may not venture (I suppose in my humble opinion).
I think places like these are the best part of a persons adventures.
Oooohhh I can't wait! I don't even own a guidebook! I'll take each day as it comes and what will be, will be
It's your Camino after all, enjoy it the way you want to and not according to someone else's idea of how you should.
Buen Camino
Marie