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As I continued on my walking path, I realized the power of having a specific question to ponder while wandering. This practice, described by Cal Newport as "productive meditation," helps streamline focus on pressing problems. Yet my experience revealed a paradox. Attempting to harness the very essence of these walks for problem-solving felt counterproductive and took away from the liberating feeling of letting my thoughts meander freely.
Encouraged by great minds of the past, I sought to strike a balance. Walking often meant embracing the unknown, discovering new trails, and allowing happenstance to guide my steps. Yet, losing myself in the process also led to navigation struggles. I often found my focus diverted from wandering thoughts to finding my way.