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Hi Yarma,I have completed CSF solo and other trips solo. For some reason I am really anxious about leaving Aust for Lisbon for my walk to SDC, in 2 days time. To the point where I will not get on the plane. Not sure what is happening ???
I haven't packed or anything..... I need some kicks up the ( insert word)
Yelppppppp
Hi KangaI find generalised anxiety is always soothed by a couple of kilometres walking uphill - it's the "flight or fight" response and for me it works.
If you can put your finger on what specifically is making you fearful, that might help. A bit of intellectual analysis and some sensible self talk about risk v reward.
Having said that, you can bail out of this enterprise at any time. Anytime.
But I am SOOOO envious that you are about to go walk. So you carry me with you all the way!
Thanks mate.As an Aussie that has just walked up from Porto,,,,just start walking and it will all be ok
NiceThere is some sage advise in the previous posts. Try to identify what is causing the anxiety, but don't get anxious about not being able to identify the cause. You will eventually figure it out or assimilate over time. Is there anything that compels you to stay at home? Did you enjoy your last camino? Can you make the trip without expectation, and embrace whatever it provides? Can you reflect on the positives to create a new perspective?
“The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown” ... H.P. Lovecraft
Lastly, here is your KICK IN THE ARSE!
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HiThe Portuguese Camino from Lisbon is a wonderful experience. My wife Mary and I walked it in 2015 and wrote a daily blog at candmcamino.blogspot
I agree with you. Aurelio Simões (aka@amsimoes)is a very nice person in first place and knows everything about Lisbon and the caminho Português. He gave us a tour around the city earlier this year. A lovely and charming person.@Yarma, if you’re still feeling anxious when you get to Lisbon, send a PM to @amsimoes (wonderful Lisbon-ite and forum member) and he’ll give you any assistance you need, I am sure of that. He goes above and beyond to help pilgrims who land in his glorious city.
I’ve walked 2 caminos in Portugal and loved them both. As everyone else has said - just take it in small bites and know that you can bus/train/stop any time you feel like it. Buen camino, Grace
Have an overnighter somewhere on the way (Singapore, Dubai, Hong Kong....) most time it will only cost you the price of the hotel. Worth every cent. We have been to Europe from Australia to walk Caminos for the past three years and have always had an overnighter each way. It's just toooo far.Thanks mate.
I have a long flight with long stop overs that is causing me the most angst. Just so ooooooooo long
Where are you walking next year Kanga?Boy oh boy @Yarma do I ever identify with that issue of the long flights. Simply loathe them. I hate flying at the best of times - and to face 26 hours of it....
But it is like medicine. Just swallow it down. You know it will do you good in the end.
I have just bought my tickets for next year.
My sister hates flying. She has major anxiety each time she comes to visit. She takes a Xanax before the flight to help with the anxiety. I have a friend that flies to the Philippines from the states. It is a long flight ... maybe not quite as long as yours, but he takes 2 ambien before the flight. I have used Tylenol PM on long flights to Hawaii and Europe to help sleep on the plane and reduce jet lag. I don't think this is an uncommon issue. We all need help with something, and knowing what that something is allows us to ask for help. Maybe a discussion with your primary care physician would provide a solution to your anxiety about the flight.Thanks mate.
I have a long flight with long stop overs that is causing me the most angst. Just so ooooooooo long
Hello, Yarma. I'm one to express gratitude, and I'm indeed grateful for my journey, but at this moment, one month after returning from my Camino, I'm a little envious, and I wish I could join you. Remember how you felt when you returned from your Camino and how you wanted to return? At least I'm thinking that's why you planned your present pilgrimage in Portugal. Hope you can recapture and remember those feelings. Apprehension and courage both go with the territory, but remember you're a pilgrim and have walked hundreds of kilometers already. Wishing you Buen Camino and one step at a time.I have completed CSF solo and other trips solo. For some reason I am really anxious about leaving Aust for Lisbon for my walk to SDC, in 2 days time. To the point where I will not get on the plane. Not sure what is happening ???
I haven't packed or anything..... I need some kicks up the ( insert word)
Yelppppppp
We returned two weeks ago from Camino Portugues. Love, love, loved it. Portugal and Galicia are gorgeous and the people caring for the pilgrims are friendly.I have completed CSF solo and other trips solo. For some reason I am really anxious about leaving Aust for Lisbon for my walk to SDC, in 2 days time. To the point where I will not get on the plane. Not sure what is happening ???
I haven't packed or anything..... I need some kicks up the ( insert word)
Yelppppppp
We may bump into each other. I'll be the one sitting on a rock tending my blistersG'day Yarma!
We've recently booked our flights from Wellington.NZ to Lisbon - 26:30 flying, 11:00 waiting on the deck for the next flight, so I know your pain on the flying bit - we're planning on 2 nights in Lisbon to recover before walking out...
Buen Camino, and Blessings, Peter
Yes that is what I'm resurrecting, how I missed being on the Camino after I got home. I'm just whinging about how long I have to sit in confinement on the flight. Thanks again for your encouragement xHello, Yarma. I'm one to express gratitude, and I'm indeed grateful for my journey, but at this moment, one month after returning from my Camino, I'm a little envious, and I wish I could join you. Remember how you felt when you returned from your Camino and how you wanted to return? At least I'm thinking that's why you planned your present pilgrimage in Portugal. Hope you can recapture and remember those feelings. Apprehension and courage both go with the territory, but remember you're a pilgrim and have walked hundreds of kilometers already. Wishing you Buen Camino and one step at a time.
Yes thanks you for the tips regarding the flight. I just have to harden up, if I want to do these adventures from Australia, then it has to be done. CheersMy sister hates flying. She has major anxiety each time she comes to visit. She takes a Xanax before the flight to help with the anxiety. I have a friend that flies to the Philippines from the states. It is a long flight ... maybe not quite as long as yours, but he takes 2 ambien before the flight. I have used Tylenol PM on long flights to Hawaii and Europe to help sleep on the plane and reduce jet lag. I don't think this is an uncommon issue. We all need help with something, and knowing what that something is allows us to ask for help. Maybe a discussion with your primary care physician would provide a solution to your anxiety about the flight.
It is easy if you miss the waymarkersOk everyone....
I'm in Lisbon. Staying at the Goodnight Hostel. Too much smog so I am heading out in the morning. Found 1 yellow arrow near the Cathedral on top of the hill.
Hope to see some pilgrims along the way. Thinking I might do the inland.
Mate, I did the flight and walked from Lisbon to Santiago last year and i'm 77 years old.Hi Kanga
It's the god awful long flight from Australia that is putting me off I think.
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