BEYOND BORDERS: ANALYZING THE IMPACT OF INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL ON PERSONAL GROWTH AND INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCE
Keywords:
Personal growth, travel psychology, intercultural competence, global mindset, experiential learning, adaptability, cultural empathy, self-discovery.Abstract
In this article, the author investigates the ability of traveling to transform a person into an adaptable individual by providing them with valuable experience and global awareness. Nowadays, people live in a rapidly changing society, and traveling can no longer be considered only a form of entertainment. On the contrary, it represents an important process of education and personal growth. Traveling to different countries enables people to learn new languages, adapt to new environments, and gain experience that contributes to their emotional intelligence and helps them find creative solutions. When leaving one's comfort zone, travelers learn to perceive things from different perspectives and better understand others.
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