The fuller line is widely attributed to wellness author Greg Anderson: “Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it.” It appears in The 22 Non-Negotiable Laws of Wellness (1995), chapter on the Law of Mindfulness.
A high-alpine pause and a deep breath: a traveler opens their arms to the morning light above a sweeping valley. “Focus on the journey” is a reminder that meaningful travel and volunteering are about growth in each step—not just the destination. Use or share this image to encourage slow travel, mindful service, and patience with the process.
Part of Voluntouring’s Inspirational quotes with images collection on travel, volunteering, sustainability, and change.
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