Exploring life in the great outdoors
Important lessons learned on my Southwest road trip
We don't travel to escape life. We travel so life doesn't escape us. Another wild, wonderful, and enriching winter adventure is in the books. Find out what I learned on my epic road trip through the American Southwest.
The most life-changing lesson I learned in the great outdoors last year
What important lessons have you learned in the great outdoors? The outdoors has taught me so much about myself and the world we live in. Read about the life-changing lesson I learned in 2023 and how it has shaped the way I move through life.
Upgrading my life with a one-year social media break
While there are truly wonderful things about technology, we can’t deny there’s a dark side. In 2023, a full life forced me off of social media, and the experience inspired me to take an entire year off. More than two years later, my life couldn’t be better.
How to be outdoorsy – My origin story
Looking to be more outdoorsy? Read about the peaks and valleys of my decades-long journey from clueless city girl to professional outdoor writer and photographer. I hope this inspires your own journey to find yourself outside.
How to find your authentic true self outside in nature
I spent much of my life longing to feel like I belonged. Then one day, I realized that all of this striving was holding me back from being true to myself. Join me on a journey to step outside and find the courage to be me.
Feel better and accomplish more with these morning habits
Feeling stressed? Have you considered that your morning habits could be contributing to your anxiety? Learn how the right habits, first thing in the morning, have the power to shape the rest of your day.
The secret to thriving on one income—even if you have two
Times are tough. Inflation, uncertainty, a looming recession … How could we possibly get by on just one income? Yet, I know many families who’ve decided that time and life balance were more important to them than that extra paycheck. Here’s the secret to how they enjoy more family time and better work-life balance on half the income.
How being wholehearted helped me find my true self
What does it mean to be wholehearted, and how do you get there? I’m still a work in progress, but I learned a lot during my year of practicing being wholehearted. Keep reading to find out what I learned from my journey and how it could help you.
How to Show Empathy – When You Don’t Know What to Say
Have you ever worried that you're not great at empathy? Here's a simple formula you can use to be more empathetic starting today.
How to Identify Kairos Moments and Use Them to Create an Authentic Life
Kairos is Greek for the opportune moment for decisive action. Learn how to identify and use these moments to live a more authentic and meaningful life.
7 Lessons Learned While Living in a Tent for 6 Weeks
Find out what I learned while living in a tent on my 6-week solo camping adventure.
How The Little Things End Up Meaning the Most
Our culture teaches us to chase fame, success, and perfection, but the truth is when we look back, what we value most were the little things.
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“And then there is the most dangerous risk of all — the risk of spending your life not doing what you want on the bet you can buy yourself the freedom to do it later.”
― Randy Komisar