Hey 👋 I love your channel as it always gives me a sense of wanderlust and inspiration.
I hope it’s okay to share this, and please feel free to disregard if it’s not helpful but I couldn’t help wondering whether Bernardo’s neuropathy might have a neuroplastic component. Pain in both hands can sometimes be a clue, especially when there’s no clear structural cause, as bilateral symptoms are less typical in purely physical conditions.
If he’s open to exploring this, The Way Out by Alan Gordon or Unlearn Your Pain by Howard Schubiner are both fantastic resources. They look at how the brain and nervous system can get stuck in protective patterns, and how that can sometimes be reversed.
Thanks again for sharing such beautiful and inspiring content.
This must have been soo soo difficult for you, Jule:( and I could only imagine your frail frame pushing that overloaded bike up those steep hills and still be able to do it all despite the unforgiving weather, the crazy hormones, the bone-deep tiredness and the never-ending loneliness, Lord you really amazed me what a soul of steel you are !! and i really hope you do get a proper rest after that. and I am so so sooo proud of you!! I also feel that you deserved all the kindness and the gentleness, I guess people truly can read souls despite all the cultural and linguistic barriers. I just hope that you stay safe okay:) Deeply saddened to hear about Bernardo and we wish him a speedy and smooth recovery! Take care and I wish you many more beauty and gentleness amidst all the grit and the gravel:)
this was such a raw and powerful read, Jule. takes real courage to keep going when your body’s begging you to quit and even more to open up about it. the Karen community’s kindness truly moved me.
curious to know will Bernardo be joining you again at some point, or is this now a solo chapter you’re embracing for a while? either way, wishing you strength and magic on the road ahead :)
Tiger Head Mountain was my first solo bikepacking trip too! Feels a bit as if I am reading my own story, I recognize so much! Though for me it was a 80 year old woman offering to sleep next to me as she said I must be afraid camping in my tent alone, haha. And I also got a ride up, on the second day for me, with a very kind woman who saw me struggling, pushing and wiping blood of my leg...
It's hard and very different than cycling with someone, but I did love it, in between the desperate screams I felt so free and proud. Lots of happy tears! It feels so good to know you can manage on your own! You can be proud of yourself, and I hope you (and me) get to enjoy more (solo) cycling adventures! Thanks for this lovely read and bringing back beautiful memories!
So cool to hear that you recognise so much! Your experience with the 80 year old woman feels relatable, although I didn't get to meet her. After riding this route, you can just imagine how things unfold if you surround yourself with the Karen community. It's really beautiful. Thanks for this comment :)
This story of yours reminded me the trip I climbed the Mount Uludağ in Turkey with my bike. I was unable to strap my bags to the bike so I took all my luggage to the army backpack of mine ~20kg and started climbing on my bike only to stop and start dragging it for the remaining 2000m of ascend. But the journee had been bearable thanks to the locals inviting me to the mangals (dinner fire) and always offering to give something more. It is really true that the friendships-companionships or even interactions we make along the road are the real treasures of the journeys.
Also I read all your logs and they were all very inspiring. Hope to see more of you soon.
So much magic in your words. You are so nice than you thought. You cute🥹😍, you strong,🤍😍💙 you sweet,🥹🤍🤍😍 a perfect loving women💙🤍👑.. May god bless you in every spheres of life 🤍🤲
Sad thing to hear about Bernardo but it’s truly magical how you did took this hard decision to continue alone , wish Bernardo fast recovery and you all success and safe travels.
Unbelievable how you manage to trigger the feelings and create the pictures with only words. Thanks & Carpe Diem Jules.
I’m so proud of you, my dear. You are a
pretty girl, nice, cute, determined and strong and I hope you come soon so we can all be
together again. 🥰😘 loved the description of your adventure🤗
Hey 👋 I love your channel as it always gives me a sense of wanderlust and inspiration.
I hope it’s okay to share this, and please feel free to disregard if it’s not helpful but I couldn’t help wondering whether Bernardo’s neuropathy might have a neuroplastic component. Pain in both hands can sometimes be a clue, especially when there’s no clear structural cause, as bilateral symptoms are less typical in purely physical conditions.
If he’s open to exploring this, The Way Out by Alan Gordon or Unlearn Your Pain by Howard Schubiner are both fantastic resources. They look at how the brain and nervous system can get stuck in protective patterns, and how that can sometimes be reversed.
Thanks again for sharing such beautiful and inspiring content.
Firstly, wow you are so strong! keep going... and second how do you write so good that the reader is fully immersed?
Also, I hope Bernardo is not too sad as well.
This must have been soo soo difficult for you, Jule:( and I could only imagine your frail frame pushing that overloaded bike up those steep hills and still be able to do it all despite the unforgiving weather, the crazy hormones, the bone-deep tiredness and the never-ending loneliness, Lord you really amazed me what a soul of steel you are !! and i really hope you do get a proper rest after that. and I am so so sooo proud of you!! I also feel that you deserved all the kindness and the gentleness, I guess people truly can read souls despite all the cultural and linguistic barriers. I just hope that you stay safe okay:) Deeply saddened to hear about Bernardo and we wish him a speedy and smooth recovery! Take care and I wish you many more beauty and gentleness amidst all the grit and the gravel:)
this was such a raw and powerful read, Jule. takes real courage to keep going when your body’s begging you to quit and even more to open up about it. the Karen community’s kindness truly moved me.
curious to know will Bernardo be joining you again at some point, or is this now a solo chapter you’re embracing for a while? either way, wishing you strength and magic on the road ahead :)
Thank you so much Guna! We will definitely continue together :) Stay tuned!
"Glad you like Thailand! Hope you all have a chance to visit here again."
Tiger Head Mountain was my first solo bikepacking trip too! Feels a bit as if I am reading my own story, I recognize so much! Though for me it was a 80 year old woman offering to sleep next to me as she said I must be afraid camping in my tent alone, haha. And I also got a ride up, on the second day for me, with a very kind woman who saw me struggling, pushing and wiping blood of my leg...
It's hard and very different than cycling with someone, but I did love it, in between the desperate screams I felt so free and proud. Lots of happy tears! It feels so good to know you can manage on your own! You can be proud of yourself, and I hope you (and me) get to enjoy more (solo) cycling adventures! Thanks for this lovely read and bringing back beautiful memories!
So cool to hear that you recognise so much! Your experience with the 80 year old woman feels relatable, although I didn't get to meet her. After riding this route, you can just imagine how things unfold if you surround yourself with the Karen community. It's really beautiful. Thanks for this comment :)
This story of yours reminded me the trip I climbed the Mount Uludağ in Turkey with my bike. I was unable to strap my bags to the bike so I took all my luggage to the army backpack of mine ~20kg and started climbing on my bike only to stop and start dragging it for the remaining 2000m of ascend. But the journee had been bearable thanks to the locals inviting me to the mangals (dinner fire) and always offering to give something more. It is really true that the friendships-companionships or even interactions we make along the road are the real treasures of the journeys.
Also I read all your logs and they were all very inspiring. Hope to see more of you soon.
Wauw, your experience seems tough! Gladly those people helped you through, which is very relatable. Cool to hear! Thanks!
So much magic in your words. You are so nice than you thought. You cute🥹😍, you strong,🤍😍💙 you sweet,🥹🤍🤍😍 a perfect loving women💙🤍👑.. May god bless you in every spheres of life 🤍🤲
Sorry, Jule not Jules 😎
26 years later... ;)
Better late ....
Amazing experience, one you’ll remember forever 😀
For sure!
Sad thing to hear about Bernardo but it’s truly magical how you did took this hard decision to continue alone , wish Bernardo fast recovery and you all success and safe travels.
Can't stop reading your posts!
Lovely story, thanks for sharing!
This story is truly heartwarming! Proud of you! ✨