Field Notes
Adventure can often inspire us to grow as individuals, but it is also a great framework to learn how to become more resilient as we face change, struggles, and setbacks in our lives especially when working toward a purpose or goal.
The blog below is a series of insights on topics backed by scientists, psychologists, doctors, researchers, and, of course, adventurers to help you build & lead a more purposeful life through resilience and joy.
Your Life is Not on Hold
How many times in the last week, month, year, have you sat at that desk job just feeling like you’re deteriorating from the inside out? Let’s talk about tips that could help you work through the burnout and help you get to the next big adventure and feel more successful about what you get out of life.
Mapping the Route: How to Find the Right Market for Your Brand
We’ve all had that hike we remember so fondly. You thought you were on a well-marked trail. You planned, mapped it out, and felt sure of your route. But at some point, you ended up following a deer track, a path made by others who also thought they were going the right way. At first, it seemed right because so many people had walked it, but eventually you realize you’re off the main path. You have to backtrack, sometimes a lot, before you can get moving in the right direction again. As you make your way back to the creek, you realize the real path was less obvious than you expected…
PODCAST EPISODE: Stress Inoculation & Arctic Exploration
I recently joined Alastair Green on The Outdoorsy Educator podcast to talk about my 1,800-mile Te Araroa thru-hike, my arctic experience, and how stress inoculation shapes stronger leaders—both outdoors and in the workplace. We also explored outdoor access, identity, and redefining what it means to be “outdoorsy.” Listen to the full episode or read the transcript below.
Adapt, Ascend, Lead: Sensemaking in Uncertain Terrain
What can a snowy ridgeline teach you about leadership? This post explores how outdoor challenges shape transferable skills like decision-making, adaptability, and emotional intelligence. Learn how to apply the sensemaking model in your professional life—plus, explore the included infographic: Sensemaking to Summit.
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