A routine certainly helps. As does hard work. It’s difficult to find either when traveling for an extended period.

You’re also not usually around family. Doing this current Workaway with a family of 7 has given me that opportunity as well. It might not be my family, but being around them reminds me how wonderful family is.

Sometimes life immerses you in adversity. I wasn’t ready to do heavy manual work in heavy heat. But your removal from your comfort zone has benefits: you see different light, you’re pushed to adapt, and you garner new realizations and appreciations that otherwise would not be possible.

As always, awareness and gratitude lead the way.