We will start with general concepts, then move on to specific suggestions.1) Pack less shit. You'd think this was simple, but nobody follows this rule, despite being the most important. They simply keep stuffing things into the pack "just in case." Then they throw it in the trash on the road because they realize they don't need it. Instead of thinking about what you can add, try to think of what you can cut out. A famous man once said that. His name was Bruce Lee.
2) Mail shit home. Instead of buying stuff all the time, buy souvenirs in spurts and go to the post office. A medium-sized package will rarely cost more than $20, it will arrive in a week or two, and if you're worried about it not showing up, mail two small ones. You'll be happy you don't have to carry all that garbage around for a month.
3) Leave the laptop at home. Yes, I know Facebook is important to you, but you're traveling. Live a little! There is nothing you can do with your laptop that you can't also do from an internet cafe, and if there isn't one, there won't be wi-fi either. Internet access is free at most hostels, and if you do have to pay, it won't be much.
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