Are you excited by the idea of traveling but not sure if you want to step out into this adventure on your own? Living in a new city for 13 to 26 weeks may seem a little daunting, especially if it’s your first assignment.

Unpredictability and change can be fun at times. It’s just one of the reasons theme parks, bungee jumping and parachuting out of perfectly good airplanes are popular recreational activities. But sometimes the stress of uncertainty creates more stress than the certainty bad things are coming. 

Traveling is exciting and adventurous. But sometimes you can be short on time. The freedom and flexibility you have, which is limited only by your own choices, is balanced by a career that's often busy when you're working in a high-demand profession.

Stress is a normal reaction to the everyday demands of life. You're likely familiar with the physical and mental symptoms you experience when you're understaffed and working long hours. Everyone reacts just a little differently to situations that stretch your physical, emotional, and mental abilities.

Ever hear the phrase, “I need a vacation after my vacation?” Traveling is our escape from reality for just a tiny bit. It is where we may eat a little more than we normally would, drink a little more than we probably should, and sleep less while pushing our bodies to see and do as much as we can.