Wherever We Land

When people talk about what they learned in high school, the typical answers are algebra, history, or how to write a decent essay. But for me, what I really took away from those years was something that never came from a textbook—socializing.

I know that might sound strange, but hear me out. High school is where I learned how to interact with different personalities, navigate friend groups, and discover who I was in the process. It was where I started to understand how to hold a conversation, how to listen, and how to be confident in my own voice—even when I felt awkward or unsure.

What I discovered about myself during that time is that I’m a social introvert. I enjoy meaningful conversations and connecting with people, but I also crave my quiet space to recharge. That realization didn’t come from a classroom lesson—it came from being around people, observing, learning, and slowly finding comfort in who I am.

This is probably why I do so well on camera. When I’m speaking to the camera, I’m speaking to several people at once, but I’m not directly in a face-to-face situation. It feels personal and safe all at the same time. It allows me to connect with others, share my thoughts, and still stay in my comfort zone.

Camping falls right in line with that, too. It offers those peaceful, quiet moments that recharge my soul, yet still gives me the chance to share our adventures and experiences with others through our videos. It’s the perfect balance between connection and solitude, between conversation and reflection.

So no, I didn’t just learn math or science in high school—I learned how to navigate the world socially. And that lesson has shaped the way I communicate, create, and live today.