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A monthly guide to Charlotte’s parties and galas

one knows you and no one expects anything. Romanticized dancing in the streets but were too embar rassed to try? Time to show off your moves! Maybe you’ve never tried paddleboarding because you were afraid you’d fall and look foolish — now do it! Parasail. Hike the waterfall. Go on a wine tasting. Meet other travelers and explore a new part of the city, then find a group of loud locals and join them for a drink. Be safe, but be daring. When you get home, you’ll feel like a new person — or maybe you’ll feel more like yourself. Traveling can teach you so much about the world and the people in it. But traveling solo can teach you more about you. Experiencing some beautiful place, just for you, is an act of selflove. It also unlocks what you like and what you value. It can give you the clarity to refocus your career or uncover your true desires. Don’t let fear get in the way of giving yourself the time to discover the world — and yourself. SP

Krisha Chachra is a Charlotte-based travel writer. Contact her at krishachachra.com or on social media at @destinationsanddelish and @krishachachra