A couple stands by the side of the road. Cars roar past. Who are they? Random travel companions? Adventurers? Not. They are stoppers. Hitchhiking is becoming more and more popular these days. The people who do it are called "stoppers". They are pushed to this by a thirst for adventure, need, or just excitement. Drawing their inspiration from the books of Kerouac "On the Road" or "Dharma Tramps", hundreds or even thousands of boys and girls leave their cozy nests and go to a new unknown world.
Instructions
Step 1
Many people ask, "Hey, where do you start?" There is only one answer: "From the beginning, my friend." You always have to start from the beginning. And the first rule of someone who is going to stop is to get out of their comfort zone. Everyone knows that it is behind her that miracles and adventures begin?.. Yes, the magic punitive slipper also lives there.
Step 2
The second rule is the desire to leave. The beginning stopper must be willing to leave himself. Here, many advise you to turn to metaphysics and visualize a good car with a friendly driver pulling up next to you, and so on and so forth.
Step 3
The third rule would be … No, don't be afraid. It's too easy, my friends! My third advice is more practical. So, if you decide to stop, then you need to think not only about yourself, but also about your potential fellow traveler-driver. Make sure that you can be clearly seen from the road, that the street is lit and there is a place for an exit. According to many experienced stoppers, it is generally better to look for a car at gas stations - no one is in a hurry there, everyone can see everything. It is more convenient and safer for both drivers and yourself.
Step 4
The fourth point concerns the beautiful half of the stoppers. I don't think anyone needs to tell what the appearance of a girl on the road can lead to?.. That's the same. So there are a few sub-items here. The first one concerns the appearance: dear ladies, we all know how beautiful you are and love to dress up, but if you have decided to stop, then you will have to give up a lot. First, the hair must be tucked away. Secondly, clothes should be baggy, hiding your dignity. Thirdly, it is better to travel in pairs. It doesn't matter if this is your boyfriend or your friend.
Step 5
The fifth rule concerns the company. If there are two of you, and this is the most optimal number, then the second does not need to hide in the bushes and jump out of there with a kind of "Hello, girls!" Not. The couple should stand together. Hitch a ride together. To make everything look right: here's one, here's the second. All are normal and adequate. If there are more than two of you in the company, then it is better to split into several companies.
Step 6
The sixth rule … Ta-da-dam! Precisely not to be afraid! You need to boldly move towards your goal. After all, to start a journey, you need to take at least the first step.
Step 7
The seventh rule is again practical. Remember that it is better to discuss in advance with the driver whether he will take you for a fee or for free.
Step 8
The eighth concerns the goodies that you will take with you. In addition to the standard set of clothes-plaid-tent-flint-god-quest, fruits or sweets, flash drives or discs with your favorite music, some souvenirs, etc. can also be found in your backpack. What is it for? So that, if you're lucky and the driver turns out to be a very cool person, he could be somehow thanked.
