She talked with many hikers during the trip, and was inspired by a Belgian dessert chef, who told her it was not such a serious decision. She remembers being told "the Earth is round and one day you'll come back". It was this way of thinking that urged her to return to China in the end.
"I met different people every day during the trip. They shared their worries and experiences with me and have influenced me a lot. I believe it's a good idea to share the stories from the journey with others," says Yu.
