• I spent three weeks in London and challenged myself to talk to at least one stranger every day. • I started my conversations on the Tube, but after I got comfortable, I expanded to pubs and stores. • I made friends I still talk to today, learned about the city, and developed new social skills.

Last year, I made it my personal mission to continue confronting three of my greatest fears: flying, traveling alone, and meeting new people.

I'd been taking baby steps by visiting friends in various cities across California, where I live, and I'd even made it to New York — but it was time to push myself even further out of my comfort zone.

So, I decided to embark on a three-month solo trip across Europe. I was lucky enough to work remotely, and who knew if I would ever get this amount of fr

See Full Page