Last minute thoughts

[saryenn]

I'm 24 and the first time I wanted to walk the Camino was 3 years ago. Back then it ended in a fight with my parents because I couldn't explain why I want to do this and they couldn't understand very well.

This time I have everything in place I know everything that I think I need to know, I have everything I need and I've been planing for so long. Now I'm scared. I'm scared my family will be unable to understand-again- and I don't what to do this without them understanding and cheering for me.

BUT it seems in this time I've become even more scared that they might understand...
And then I start to wonder, what if it's too hard, what if I get sick and have to give up, what if it's not what I was expecting so eagerly ...?Maybe I should wait more? The Camino used to feel so close and now it feels worlds away....

In the end, my question is, has anyone else had these last minute feelings and how do you get over them?

Thank you for your time!

 

[Deleted member 3000]

Jitters are common.

No one else needs to understand it for you to do it.

It is one of life's completely optional activities. If it becomes too hard, or you simply do not like it, you can quit anytime. Turn the trip into a bus and train tour of Spain!

If you go, you probably will find resources within and without yourself that you did not imagine. Stay home, and you won't find them...

 

[KathyAraujo]

Have your parents watch the movie the way or you watch it first. That is what inspired me to walk from Sarria to Santiago. My story is, I am 58, have copd and heart condition and on oxygen. I am walking because I feel I have to do this and no one will tell me I can't so I say if you feel it go for it!

 

[jackberry]

I fly out on Friday morning, I'm travelling alone and I have never done anything like this before. Yes I feel very nervous, butterflies in my stomach. BUT on the other hand, when I pick up my phone and read this forum I get so inspired excited, from the different people from all over the world living life on the Camino! So I'm going to get on that plane on Friday grit my teeth, smile and enjoy the journey

 

[KathyAraujo]

Buen Camino you all