Living In Fear Is A Waste Of Time

Kay Blair
7 min readJul 6, 2024

The 1st Black Woman to travel to every country in the world reminds us there are good people

If you had the opportunity to travel to every country in the world, would you take it? For many, this remains a distant dream, a fleeting thought entertained in wanderlust moments. But for Jessica Nabongo, this dream became a reality. The founder of Jet Black, a luxury travel experiences company, Nabongo has made history as the first Black woman to travel to every country. Her journey is not just about ticking off countries on a map; it’s a testament to the power of dreams, realistic planning, and the courage to step into the unknown.

When you first see Jessica Nabongo, you might notice her radiant smile and the aura of confidence that surrounds her. But there’s much more to her than meets the eye. She is educated, open-minded, and genuinely interested in the world and its people. In a recent conversation, she reminded me that living in fear is a waste of time. This philosophy, coupled with her love for travel, has propelled her to the far corners of the globe, fostering connections and experiences that many only dream of.

Jessica’s journey is filled with moments of profound insight and personal growth. Through her travels, she has encountered both the beauty and the challenges of…

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