planet walker by john francis

"Sometimes you have to walk away from everything you know to find yourself."

"I had been to many places and seen many things, but I had never really looked at anything."

"We must learn to live within the means of what is given to us, and at the same time, we must always be ready to make a positive difference in the world."

"I was learning that my experiences in life were neither good nor bad; they were simply lessons to be learned."

"I came to understand that the earth was alive, and that we were all part of that living organism."

"Walking became a spiritual journey for me. I found that the more I walked, the closer I came to understanding the mysteries of life."

"We cannot change the past, but we can change the way we live in the present."

"Walking was a way of connecting with people and the natural world. It was a way of building community."

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. It also requires the courage to take that step."

"Walking allowed me to experience life in a way that was simple, peaceful, and meaningful. It taught me to slow down, to be patient, and to appreciate the beauty of the world around me."