Mountains Don’t Care If You’re Ready

Nobody tells you how heavy your own thoughts feel at 4,000 meters. The Himalayas are supposed to be life-changing, but most mornings I just wanted to stay in my sleeping bag and not pretend I was braver than I am. There’s no dramatic sunrise epiphany—just cold air, aching legs, and the quiet knowledge that the mountain doesn’t care if you make it or not. I laced up my boots anyway, because turning back felt worse than the climb. Some days, that’s all you can do: keep moving, even if the view isn’t what you hoped for. #TravelConfessions #HikingTruths #NotAlwaysEpic #Travel