Between June 17 and September 23 of 2019, I hiked roughly 2800 miles from Canada to Mexico, alone, along the Continental Divide Trail.
As I’ve reintegrated back into “real life,” I’ve been processing the many lessons that were birthed during this time of deep solitude spent in nature. The lessons are many, and they include […]
How do you prepare for a 3000-mile hike? It’s a monstrous endeavor, indeed, and after nearly 5000 miles of backpacking, I’ve learned that as much goes into the preparation as the execution.
The scope of my upcoming adventure is to hike the length of the continental divide from Canada to Mexico. Depending on the route […]
Now that we are in spring it’s time to get outside and play, and there’s an increasingly popular class of herbs, called adaptogens, which can boost your performance. Though it’s only recently that adaptogens are getting their moment in the health limelight, the use of these herbs is not new, particularly to cultures like […]
Spring is right around the corner. Here are six ways in which you can welcome it.
1. Celebrate the Vernal Equinox. In the Northern Hemisphere, March 20th marks the beginning of spring. Sowing seeds is an equinox activity that multiple cultures participate in during this time. Late winter is perfect for exploring your garden plans, […]
The quieter days of winter, with snow on the ground and a chill in the air, are nature’s reminder to us to slow down, be kind to ourselves, and recharge our entire system. It’s easy in this world to just keep going, pushing through month after month without ever going inside ourselves to check […]
What is the key to keeping healthy through the holidays? Self-love! Can you imagine giving yourself the gift of love and taking care of your emotional needs before you give to your family and friends?
It’s a big challenge, I know. You are worth it.
I know what you are saying: prioritizing taking care of “you” […]
