The reasons for walking the Camino are as varied as the Peregrinos themsleves.
Introspection, for me, is welcome, always. I have found some respite, until I can return to the Camino, in meditation, which I have not done in years, and really do not know why I stopped doing it so many years ago.
For me, the Camino is there to challenge myself, spiritually, religiously, physically, socially and in many permutations of all of these. It allows me to see my limits, in unfamiliar territory, but, yet, so wonderfully welcoming, accepting, freeing atmosphere, that it can become addicting. But what a positive, affirming addiction it can be, or the grreatest curse for those who have have hit a wall, their wall, a wall that they packed and brought with them.
If self-realization is a need, the Camino will become a mirror and show you exactly who you are, sometimes magnified.
It is my prayer that all Peregrinos are able to see the demons in their life and vanquish them, for all the heros in their life, are given their just due and that your life is enhanced in many positive ways.
For those who are seeking, find the hope, faith, love, courage, mercy, gratitude, kindness, compassion, grace, that will make your life complete.