When I think of "adventure" I think of a memorable journey that involves feelings of adrenaline, discovery, learning, challenge, fun, anticipation, accomplishment, and effort - all combined into one. Cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia was an adventure that I have always dreamed to do and now that I have done it, I am feeling a sense of achievement, not to mention, still on a high ever since the completion of the course!

Cycling is a fantastic way to see and get a feel of a place. As we cycled the off-beaten track from Vietnam to Cambodia we learnt how the locals lived and we got an appreciation of how they build their simplistic life. You can sense the joy and the pride in these people as they care for their elders, children, neighbours, their land, which were all very refreshing to experience. I had an amazing time learning new things, being in the great outdoors, pushing myself to achieve the day's long cycle, and being inspired by everyone we got to meet. I thought, this is how every day should be like, "an adventure".

The fact is, when you mentally prepare yourself for something, you start to anticipate; and if it's a positive feeling, your anticipation grows even more. The exciting and rather memorable cycling expedition has broadened my perspective, and it has encouraged me to treat each day as an adventure. So in my own city, I will explore new places, try new things, meet new people, catch up with old friends, try different cuisine dishes, do all the things I would do in a foreign city. I realise, sometimes, it's all about seeing things through a different set of lens, and that I have the power to make everyday more meaningful, even in a familiar city, if I want to.

Much love and respect,

Mai