Hi, everyone! I hope all is well.

Thank you again for providing this advice. It was so helpful.

I have decided not to go to Costa Rica, though part of me hurts in saying that. I really want to adventure,and my heart is telling me to go, but my gut (and my brain), are saying no. I haven’t officially turned down the offer, but in my head I’ve decided to not go. I’ve also decided to begin cutting myself off, gradually, from my mom and dad. This will be hard, but worthwhile. I’m excited and scared about this.

What I can’t get a grip on are my feelings towards Costa Rica. I sort of want to go, but I would have to leave behind a good barista job I love, my apartment, and my friends. I would be living in an area I know very little about, and the owner hasn’t given me much information regarding my housing. It seems laid back and safe, but I fear not knowing that much going into a foreign country all by myself.

The whole thing is causing me great stress and anxiety. Not sure why, but unfortunately, that’s the case.