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A moment that changed me: I climbed a tower aged nine, alone
Up there by myself, I decided life might be best on my own. That thought has shaped my travel and relationships ever since
TL;DR
- The author's childhood camping trip to Mombasa included bodyboarding, exploring a fort, and visiting a market.
- A boat trip to the reef with fishermen was a frightening experience, contrasting with her later discovery of a solitary white stone tower.
- Exploring the tower alone provided a sense of contentment and the realization that life might be best when on one's own.
- This feeling of preferring solitude continued into adulthood, affecting her enjoyment of social activities and relationships.
- The author found joy in solo activities like running and eventually embraced solo travel and adventures, including climbing Mount Kilimanjaro alone.
- A four-year relationship in Australia worked because it allowed for independence and time alone.
- The author reflects that the independence discovered at the tower shaped her into the person she has become, valuing freedom above all else.