Without sugarcoating it, yes, traveling alone to a new country esp outside of Europe will attract stares and unwanted attention sometimes - and yes that can feel frightening and anxiety inducing, but there are ways we can cope and deal with these situations in a way that feels comfortable even if you’re socially anxious like me. It doesn’t mean you can’t do it. and if I can do it - so can you! 💗 It’s also normal to feel awkward when arriving at your first hostel dorm, whether it’s your first time solo traveling, or if you haven’t done it in years. No one is 100% comfortable when they arrive. Sharing a room with people you just met can be awkward, but there are ways to get that privacy 🙂‍↔️ • • #solotravel #socialanxiety #sociallyanxious #anxiousgirl #anxietywhiletraveling #shygirlguide #guideforsociallyanxioustravelers