The benefits to camping on your own

On the face of it, camping is a very social adventure to embark on.  The idea of camping conjures images of people sitting around campfires talking, singing, or eating barbecues together.  Most people do enjoy camping with friends or family.  But that doesn’t mean it excludes people who are thinking of camping on their own.

You are probably here because you are considering packing a single tent and taking off into the wilderness on your own.  That’s OK, camping is there for everyone.  In fact, there are many benefits to camping on your own.

It builds mental strength

After a worldwide pandemic and now a cost-of-living crisis, you can be forgiven for feeling a bit drained.  You’re probably stuck in the same walls working from home, or you’re finding yourself struggling for a work/life balance.

Solo camping gives you time to breathe, and it helps build mental strength.  There is nothing like a solo camping adventure to reaffirm your independence.  The good thing is this mental strength will help you when you return to civilisation.

Camping alone lowers stress

Imagine a world where the only person you have to answer to is yourself.  There’s nobody pressing you for a tight deadline, and no group of people all wanting to do different things.  Sit back and imagine doing things at a pace entirely your own.  When  you’re solo camping, that’s what you’re signing up for.

We live in a hectic world that buzzes and clatters with people, stress, and demands.  When you’re camping alone, everything is up to you.  You can enjoy a little breathing space, and you can make all the decisions for yourself.  What do you want to do?  Go ahead and do it, the world is all yours.

You can enjoy a digital detox

Technology is amazing.  It is the reason we get so many things done every day.  Without any form of technology we are left inventing the wheel and lighting fires with the power of dry sticks and flint.  But the problem is, technology has become addicting.

Everyone you know contacts you through your technology.  At any given time you could be holding three or four conversations at once.  It all gets a bit much, doesn’t it?  Solo camping gives you a digital detox.  This is good for your mental health, and actually it is good for your physical health as you seek to do things that aren’t tied to that little slab of light in your jeans pocket.

Camping alone helps fight depression

Exercise and fresh air are two of the most natural antidepressants you can find.  The good thing about both is that they’re free.  Raise your vitamin G levels by camping outdoors and use that time you have given yourself to go for walks or enjoy some local activities. 

Green activities, such as walking, swimming, or forest bathing leads to the greatest improvement in mood imaginable.  It also won’t feel like you are forcing yourself to exercise as you take advantage of nature.

Camping can be the most cost-effective holiday

Finally, whilst you’re worrying about bills and income, you don’t want a holiday that means spending massive amounts of money.  But not being very well off doesn’t mean you don’t deserve a break.  That’s the important thing to note.

With camping you don’t need to worry about flights, paying for extortionate resorts, city hotels, or frequent trips to expensive tourist attractions.  By the time you have paid for your pitch, and have your equipment, you are good to go, and the rest of the holiday is all about you.  There’s much less wallet watching when you go camping alone.

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