Around the world Quote by Maarten Schäfer
““Quite some years ago, I started travelling the planet. I thought this would learn me something about the world we live in. I was wrong... It learned me something about myself. It changed me. And nothing will ever again be black-and-white again.””
About This Quote
Source Blog post “Travel and Self‑Discovery”, 2018
Travel reveals personal truths more than external facts, reshaping worldview from black‑and‑white to nuanced.
In simple terms: Travel changes how you see yourself and the world.
Embrace travel as a path to self‑knowledge.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- solo backpacking
- study abroad
- volunteer trips
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal insight did travel give you?
- How can you apply that insight at home?
May overstate travel’s impact for all; not everyone experiences deep change.