This journey is a marathon and not a sprint.
Rest days are important!
It's a Pilgrimage, not a route march.
Take care of blisters as soon as possible. Walking through the pain of blisters doesn't heal them.
Compeed and safety pins are a life saver.
It's good to have a plan. But allow for some flexibility. Stuff happens, some bad and some good.
Take photographs and write things down. It helps to organise your thoughts about each passing day.
A good cook makes everyday ingredients taste great.
On the Camino, the cost of a meal often has no relation to the quality.
Most Pilgrims doing 30-35km each day also carry injuries.
If you're travelling alone, use the dormitory albergues. You'll meet interesting people.
Remember that it's your Camino. You will meet and lose contact with people along the way. And you might make lifelong friends.
Don't expect a great night's sleep in dormitories. Try earplugs - they might work for you.
Get up early, leave early and enjoy the peace of the first few hours.
Pack your bag the night before, so you can leave the dormitory early and quietly.
Develop a morning routine so you can pack up and leave efficiently AND with all your stuff.
Walk a couple of hours so you have earned your coffee break.
Early morning coffee often involves yesterday's croissants.
A toilet to hand is worth more than a poo in the bush.
If you can afford it, use a launderette. Reduce costs, share machines with another Pilgrim.
Walking poles - the clue is in the name! Why are you carrying them?
This is just the practical stuff. If you've done the walk, you might have other ideas.
But maybe you've learned a few things about yourself and how you fit in the world. Write those things down. And make some changes.
That's what I need to do next.
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