[[§ 0 - Return on Adventure|ROA]] / [[§ 1.0 - PICRR|PICRR]] > [[§ 1.1 - Prepare|Prepare]] > ***Immerse*** > [[§ 1.3 - Capture|Capture]] > [[§ 1.4 - Reflect|Reflect]] > [[§ 1.5 - Remember|Remember]] ==This topic is incomplete; I'm still in the midst of writing the page, sorry!== Immersing yourself deeper into the travel experience is an important way to improve your travel experience, create better [[§ Memory MOC|memories]], and maximize your [[§ 0 - Return on Adventure|ROA]]. Think of this step as the inputs you'll carry forward in the [[§ 1.0 - PICRR|PICRR]] process. The better your inputs, the more valuable your trip will be. To continue the investment metaphor, if you start with 10 units of enjoyment from your trip as opposed to only 2 units, even with the same [[Compounding value of memories]], you'll end up with far more total enjoyment—just as you'll end up with much more overall money if you start with a $10 investment rather than a $2 one. Include notes on: - [[Your attention is the most important asset]] - [[Experience more firsts]] - Skip social media - [[Signpost your senses]] - Don't be distracted by your phone - Consider [[Travel as deep work]] - Be adventurous and open to new experiences - Serendipity - Making new connections (esp with locals and other travelers) - Strengthening your relationship with your travel partners - Learning about yourself - Learning new things and ditching preconceptions - Pushing your boundaries - [[Note the details]] for later reflection %%One potential problem here is being too engaged in trying to get the best shots or take the best notes and maybe not being as present in the moment. But things like social media likely pose a much worse problem.%%