Solo travel teaches you more about yourself than any other activity. It shows you your weaknesses. Exposes your fears and forces you to face them. Makes you become entirely comfortable being alone with your thoughts. It helps clear all your anxieties our fast-paced world imprints on you, and opens your eyes to new opportunities and lessons you can take back and apply to the rest of your life. From the very first moments, arms wide open, taking in a majestic valley, this journey immerses you in awe and freedom. Enjoy this solo adventure through Yosemite National park, exploring our world for everything she has to offer. Links: - IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshuapaine/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joshua_paine - Substack: https://substack.com/@joshpaine - Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/183449530-joshua-paine Shot on Sony FX30 Timestamps: 00:00 intro 01:36 awe of exploring alone 05:47 morning reflections in solitude 07:11 being present 08:50 one on one with nature 14:30 finding stillness under El Capitan 15:38 life changing sunset 16:45 one last sunrise 18:38 closing reflections #solotravel #travelvlog #adventure
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I'm 27 years old, living with a severe neurological injury that was caused by antidepressant medications. The injury has destroyed my body and my ability to travel/hike like I could before. Watching this takes me right back to Yosemite, one of my absolute favorite places on earth that I had the chance to visit with my best friend before my health was destroyed. Your energy is infections and it's obvious that you're exactly where you want to be. Reminder to anyone reading this that you should never wait to go do the things you really want to do, because you never know what might happen.
i am sitting in the litte room of mine , trying to figure things out and leave my country to explore the world . what i mean to say is when you are sitting in you room whole day and thinking like 30 yr olds while being 16 and worrying too much abt the future then suddenly joshua paine comes in with a vlog saves the whole week , like your energy man i love it sometimes you save my emotions from hitting rock bottom yk
people who don't allow anxiety to control their life have no idea how blessed they are.
I NEED to get to this point in life..
I’m scared to go alone being a woman. The only thing that makes me a little more comfortable is that people who live active lifestyles are usually happier and friendlier, so if I go solely to natural landmarks and hiking spots I might be okay. Im not a dog person, but I might need a big scary dog.
ngl im only twelve years old so i dont know much but i wanna do this when im older
Sitting here in my office, I'm thinking, when will I take that step?
thats why whenever you feel sad, just go outside, be with nature. you will realise how small your problems are
bro is living my dream
You know that feeling when you're watching something and it's so beautiful and inspiring and the person just appreciates all the things you do and who doesn't love a little nature's montage with serene, nostalgic music, you get all these positive emotions and now you want to change your life and pursue your dreams?? I love those kinds of videos and this was it for me. Beautiful work
5:20 looks like bro reached the end of the map. So beautiful.
UGH 🥹 THIS TOOK ME BACK TO WHEN I JUST BROUGHT A NEW AUDI AND DROVE ACROSS COUNTRY FROM HOUSTON TEXAS TO YOSEMITE WAAAYYYY BACK IN 2017 WITH MY BABY SISTER WE ABSOLUTELY LOVED YOSEMITE TUNNEL VISION, HALF DOME, THE WATERFALLS, THE FREEZING COLD RIVERS 💦😆, AND THE COUNTLESS VIEWPOINTS FROM THE ROADS WAS ONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCES ALONGSIDE GLACIER POINT AND ONE THING ABOUT YOSEMITE IS THAT YOU DEFINITELY WONT EVER FORGET IS THAT STRONG SMELL OF PINE ONCE YOU LEAVE NOTHING LIKE IT ANYWHERE ELSE. YOU DID YOSEMITE JUSTICE MATE‼️🙌🏾✨✨
Im watching this after taking my old beat up truck three hours away from home on a camping trip. Ive met kind people, caught rainbow trout, and ate great food, now im sitting in my tent thinking back on my day
You’re attitude is beautiful ❤ I am 51 and just booked my 1st solo adventure. Keep sharing!
it suddenly hit me that I’m actually living on Earth…
This made me want to book a solo Yosemite trip like… yesterday. The sunrise over the falls literally gave me chills.
Yosemite is my favorite place in the world, truly magical! My husband proposed to me on top of Half Dome… my dream proposal ♥️ I don't think anyone can visit there and leave unchanged, if not just a little.
’m 26 years old and have always wanted to travel solo. However, I’m shy and feel like I always need someone to accompany me. I know I shouldn’t wait for anyone to go do things. Will definitely try to push myself and solo travel :)
Love Yosemite!! I agree 💯that traveling around especially “solo” changes us…it opens you up…enlightening our Spirit. 💗✨
When he skips a Sunday, the next one hits like he spent the whole week leveling up 🔝🤽🏿♂️