Podcasts about microadventures

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Author, Adventurer and motivational speaker Alastair Humphreys has gone from cycling the world, adventuring across India and rowing the Atlantic, to appreciating the micro-adventures available on our own doorsteps.He's so enthusiastic about finding the adventure in small things, that he's written a book on it entitled Microadventures - along with many more books - including the Wainwright Prize for Nature - nominated Local: A Year Exploring a Single MapAl is vegan for environmental reasons and admits that while the environment is important to him now, his younger self wouldn't have necessarily thought twice about hopping on a plane.We talk about favourite adventures, running with friends - or rather, a lack of them, and how at one point he would never have even considered talking on a vegan podacast!What's next for Al? That too is still a bit of a mystery, as he continues his writing, newsletters, speaking and social "influencing" while still very much deciding how his time is most worth-while being spent.Adventures await.Find out more on all Al's work at alastairhumphreys.comFollow him on Instagram at @al_humphreys

This week's episode covers the mysterious drones over New Jersey, why Justin Trudeau might be in trouble, SoftBank's massive AI investment in the US, and some interesting new developments in ecotourism and conservation.  We end with a call to action to take more "micro-adventures" in 2025.   Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Cody's Trip to Sedona 02:10 - Things to come... 02:52 - UFO's are Here 13:03 - Turmoil in Canada 21:43 - Germany's Unexpected Early Election 29:48 - SoftBank Pledges 100 Billion to US 36:19 - Conservation and Tourism 43:02 - Christmas Activities 45:29 - Taking Micro Adventures 49:33 - Outro   Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CVmwlOYKg0k   Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk

Join us for a woodland wander with adventurer, author and tree lover, Al Humphreys. The 2012 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year has cycled round the world, rowed the Atlantic and walked across India, but now focuses on pursuits closer to home. Pioneering the concept of microadventures, Al explains how exploring small pockets of nature in our neighbourhoods helps us to better connect with and care for the environment. He speaks of enabling young people to embrace wild places, and encourages us to take time to be curious and astonished as we discover new places on our doorstep. Don't forget to rate us and subscribe! Learn more about the Woodland Trust at woodlandtrust.org.uk Transcript You are listening to Woodland Walks, a podcast for the Woodland Trust presented by Adam Shaw. We protect and plant trees for people to enjoy, to fight climate change and to help wildlife thrive. Adam: Today I am off to meet an author and adventurer, and there's a title you don't get to say, or indeed hear very much. He's the author of a whole ton of books, including Microadventures, which I want to talk to him specifically about, but also books called the Doorstep Mile, Local, There Are Other Rivers, Grand Adventures, Moods of Future Joys, Midsummer Mornings, Thunder and Sunshine, and I could go on and on. And I'm meeting him at a Woodland Trust site called Ashenbank Wood. It's a Site of Special Scientific Interest in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is teeming with extraordinary wildlife. So we'll be talking a bit about the woods and a bit about the sort of adventures he's been on and the sort of adventures we might all be able to go on. Anyway, I'll let him introduce himself. Al: My name's Alastair Humphreys. I'm an adventurer and a writer and tree lover. Adam: Which sounds very exciting. So when you say you're an adventurer, what does that sort of mean? Al: Well, I was slightly hesitant to say that because I confess I feel more like an ex-adventurer, but I have spent pretty much all my career going off doing big adventures and then coming home and writing and speaking and making films about them. So they've gone ever smaller. I began by spending four years cycling around the world, I've rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, walked across the Empty Quarter desert, played my violin incredibly badly through Spain, and then gradually smaller onto what I call microadventures. So, encouraging people to find short, simple, affordable adventures close to home and squeezing around their busy daily lives. Adam: So that's interesting. You talk about the mini adventures. On a previous podcast we talked to the natural navigator, I don't know. Al: Ohh yes, Tristan. Well, he could tell you a lot more intelligent things than I can. He's great. Adam: No, but I think he took very much the similar view of yours. He went, I've done all these big adventures. But actually when you're doing these big adventures, it's all about tech, you know, and I needed satellite link ups and all sorts of stuff. And actually I wasn't, I was really looking at screens all the time. And he was going, the smaller adventures are actually much more revolutionary, because if you go low tech, that's a proper adventure. Just trying to find your way through a wood is a real adventure in a curious sort of way, even more challenging than doing something which sounds really flash. Al: Yes. And what Tristan's done fantastically is taking those skills from bigger journeys down to his literal daily life, hasn't he? If you, I get an e-mail from him, I think it's weekly or so and it just essentially says, where am I now and which way am I facing? And from his little clues in the local park, he can tell whether it's north, south, east, and west. Adam: Yes. No, you're right. I tried. I was very bad at that. And what I've learned, I've already forgotten. So tell me a little bit about why your connection to nature, then, how important that is to you, if at all. Al: So I had a nice, happy childhood growing up in the countryside, so as a kid I spent a lot of time running around the fields and woods and streams and things, so I suppose that hammers something deep into your subconscious, although you don't really notice it necessarily as a kid. Adam: Where whereabouts was that? Al: In the Yorkshire Dales. Adam: Ohh, God's own country. Amazing place. Al: Yes. Lovely part of the world. Yeah, so I really enjoyed that, and then my big expeditions, I've spent a lot of time in some of the world's really wild places and that's a fantastic backdrop to your adventures. But actually my – oh, and I also did a zoology degree. Although I found it incredibly boring, and now looking back I find it amazing that you can find something like that boring. But it's taken me stopping the big adventures, slowing down, paying attention to my local area to build a deeper connection with nature. And I don't know if that's partly just me getting old as well, I suspect there is an aspect of that. But whereas in my youth I was sort of cycling moderately quickly across continents and now pottering around small little parks and I have time to be astonished in a way that you don't necessarily when you're on a big A to B kind of journey. Adam: Yes, yes, there's the mechanics of getting you somewhere so challenging. Al: Yes, and you're on a mission. The mission is to go from A to B and not die, and to succeed. And that's all quite, and the backdrop of it all is this wonderful nature. But the things I've been doing more recently, then nature has come to the forefront. I'm not really doing any big, exciting mission. And therefore the paying attention to the small bits of nature and the changing seasons comes to the forefront. Adam: Yes, I did, I was just going to stop here. We're by one of the Woodland Trust sign posts about fungi and deadwood and the importance of that. We can talk a bit about that. But I was just thinking about what you said. I did an expedition across the Gobi in Outer Mongolia. I was working in Outer Mongolia, and it was, you're right, it was more interesting in retrospect. Because when I was there, we were just very concerned about the mechanics of the day. Getting through the day, making sure we weren't lost, getting food, all of that, rather than go ‘this is quite an interesting place'. Al: Yes. Adam: Whereas, because we didn't meander, you go, I think the importance of meandering and almost lost time, and in a way, I think, boredom. I mean, it was interesting to talk about kids, you know, I don't know if you've got kids, but I think there's a lot of pressure on people to keep the kids busy, get them to this class, to do this, do this, do this. Actually the importance of just going, you know, ‘they're bored now, they'll just go do something', is quite interesting. Al: Yeah. And I think that's a fantastic aspect of it, a bit of woodland like this, isn't it? Is to bring some kids here and essentially say there is nothing to do here, but equally you can do whatever you want. So go on, clear off. Off you go, go climb some of these trees, pick up some sticks, rummage around, see what you find. And that's the great thing of a woodland like this. Adam: Yeah. Do you have kids? Al: I do, yes. Adam: Well, how old are they? Al: Well, they are entering the dreaded teenage phase. So the um, it's really interesting, actually, because they're completely addicted to their screens and that would be their preferred choice would be to live in a damp, dark, smelly cave and never emerge. But when I drag them by their hair kicking and screaming into a wood like this, they're grumpy for a couple of minutes and then I just say clear off, go away and then they love it. And there's a real physical and mental transformation that's clear, when you can, once they get out here. Adam: Yeah. So I think that's interesting. And as a parent and everything, I just wonder what your take is on trying to engage a younger generation with nature and whether that's difficult, how you do it and whether we should be doing that, is that a concern of us or just, you know, let people do what they want? Al: I think it's a massive, massive concern and I also think it's extremely difficult. These screens are deliciously alluring. That's how they're designed. You know, if I was a kid today, I'd love to be just scrolling mindlessly through a thousand videos of people falling off their bikes. If it's endlessly addictive. So I think it's very, very hard and being a parent is exhausting. It's quite easy to not bother with the kicking and screaming, going to the woods, but I think it's really, really vital to do and the reward of when you get them out is of seeing how transformative that is for them, but also for yourself is really good. So yeah, I think screens are a massive problem. I think the nature disconnection of our society is a huge problem, both in terms of our physical health, our mental health, but also with our ignorance to the decline of species and the loss of wild places. So I think it's an enormous problem. Adam: And I mean you know, you're a broadcaster, you create a huge amount of content yourself. So I think there's an interesting question about how to frame that, because I fear then talking about all the trees are disappearing and wildlife is dying and that it turns, well, everybody, but perhaps especially younger generations off. They go, well if it's that blooming terrible, well, I'd just rather be on my screen. So how do you get that tone right, do you think? Al: That's a question that I've been thinking a lot about, particularly over the last year or so. I've just finished writing a book, which is all about exploring your local area, and when I wrote the book, in the early months of it, it was very much a moaning, ranting disaster book that everything's doomed and that it's all ruined. But as I was reading through my drafts, I was thinking, geez, this is this is, well, no one's going to read it for a start. But also, it's not going to encourage anyone. But as the project went on, I realised that I didn't need to frame it like that, because I could look at it another way, which was how much I personally was loving getting out into these small pockets of nature, what benefits I was getting and how much I was enjoying it. And then the more that I personally enjoyed it, the more I start to become connected and the more I start to care and the more hopefully I start to take action. So I think you're exactly right to try and frame it as a positive thing of saying hey, get out into X, Y and Z for these fantastic reasons and then hopefully the fixing the planet part will take care of itself, once there's enough people enthused. Adam: Yeah, interesting. Well, look, we'll carry on, but I said we stopped at this post. So the many dead and decaying trees you find here play a vital role in Ashenbank Wood's ecosystem. And that's a theme you'll see in lots of Woodland Trust places where deadwood is actually allowed to stay. In fact, it's not just allowed to stay, it's positively encouraged because of the fungi and the invertebrates, and then all the way up to the different sorts of animals that can live off that. So what looks like sort of untidiness is sometimes a real sort of oasis of life. Al: And this woodland here was completely smashed by the huge hurricane in 1987. So I think more than most woodlands, there's a lot of fallen down trees in this wood, which I suppose previously would have been carted off and chopped up for firewood or something. Adam: So let's, I mean, we're walking down this idyllic sort of dappled light, coming through the canopy of the still full roof of this of this woodland. So this is really idyllic, but take me somewhere else. So tell me about those adventures that you've had in these distant lands. Were there any particular that stand out for any particular reason? Al: Well, given that we're talking about trees, I spent 10 weeks, I think it was, on the frozen Arctic Ocean, up near the North Pole, which was a fantastic expedition itself, but the small detail that sticks with me now is that to get up there, you fly to Canada, then you fly to some smaller place in Canada and the planes gradually get smaller and smaller and the safety regulations get more and more lax till you're on the plane with people with rifles and harpoons and stuff. But up to this tiny little community right up in the north of Canada and the people - I went to visit the primary school there in the morning just to chat to the kids about my adventures and stuff. And they were chatting about my adventures and they were, the little kids there were amazed that I'd never seen a polar bear. And my riposte to them was along the lines of but you've never seen a tree! Where they where they lived, there were no trees, literally none above the tree line, and that really struck me, what it would be like to grow up in a place with zero trees. I mean, you get polar bears, which is pretty cool, but I'd be sad to have no trees. Adam: Yes, yeah, yes. And what was their view of that? Do they go well, I've never seen that, don't miss. Or were they interested in that? Al: Yeah, well, I guess everyone's normal is normal, isn't it? You know, they're going to school on skidoos and things like that. And so, yeah, it's just fascinating to see the different people's views of normal in the world. And before I started my big adventures, one of the motivating factors for me wanting to go off around the world was that I found where I lived incredibly boring, as a lot of young people do. Oh my goodness, where I live is the most boring place in the universe. I need to go far, far away. And it took me going far, far away to realise that actually the stuff I'd left behind is pretty fascinating in its own way. If only you're willing to pay attention to it. Adam: Yes, gosh, it sounds almost like a line from one of Tolkien's books. There you do a long adventure to find true interest is nearer to home. So I know you've written lots of things, but you've got a book just come out. So yeah, tell me, what's that book about then? Al: So I've written a book that's called Local, and it's about spending a whole year exploring only the single Ordnance Survey map that I happen to live on. So, the whole of Britain's divided up into about just over 400 Ordnance Survey maps. So wherever you live, you could go to your local bookshop and buy your local map. And what I'm trying to do is encourage people to do that and to realise how much new, undiscovered stuff is on their doorstep. Woodlands, footpaths, hills, fields but also towns, villages. What's behind the industrial yards? Like a proper exploring curiosity to your own backyard. Adam: And how much area does one of those maps cover then? Al: It's the orange Ordnance Survey maps. They're more detailed. So it's roughly 20 kilometres by 20 kilometres. Adam: Right. So a fair amount. Al: It's a fair amount, but I've also in previous time spent a year crossing an entire continent, so in that sense it felt incredibly tiny to me. And when I began the project, I thought ‘this map is so small, it's going to be so claustrophobic and so boring'. But actually, by the end of the year, I realise, wow, actually it's enormous. I haven't even begun to cover everything on the map. Adam: So what sort of things did you find there that was a surprise to you, then? Al: So what I did every week, I would go out once a week for the whole year and my rule was to explore one grid square a week. So a kilometre square chosen at random and the random was really important because if it wasn't random, all I would do is just choose all the nice bits of woodland around my map. But by making it random, it sent me off to towns and suburbs and motorway junctions and all sorts of random stuff. And I discovered a few things. The first thing I discovered was how little I knew this area that I thought I knew very well indeed. The second thing that I realised was that, yeah, of course it's nice to go out to woods and hills and streams and stuff, but also I was surprised how much I loved the forgotten grid squares, the abandoned bits, the broken down, fallen down, behind the warehouse kind of landscapes. Like what's behind the supermarket car park? And I found in these forgotten edgelands a real sense of wildness and solitude that I didn't get in somewhere lovely. And this wood we're in now is lovely, but you're not going to get much solitude. There's a lot of dog walkers wandering around. And whereas if you're sort of behind some factory and some regenerating thicket, you think, wow, no one comes here. This feels adventurous. This feels wild. No one on the planet knows where I am. I'm only 20 minutes from a massive city, so I really was surprised how much I liked the forgotten corners of my map. Adam: Well, it sounds romantic the way you describe it, but behind a dumpster or a big factory? I don't really want to go there. Al: Why not? Adam: Because it's not pretty. It's probably got some unsavoury characters hanging around there. It might be more dangerous than crossing, you know, at some wild tundra, so it doesn't attract. I mean, but it does attract you, genuinely? Al: I think I'd have agreed with you entirely beforehand. It seems much nicer to come to a pretty woodland and stroll around there. What surprised me was how rarely I saw people when I was out and about, and we live in a very crowded country. I live in a crowded corner of the country, and yet once I was off meandering, once you're slightly off the beaten track, it felt like I often had the place to myself. In terms of being scared, I never had any problems at all. But I was very conscious that I'm a six-foot-tall white man who's quite good at running and that the countryside in general is not equally accessible to everyone. That really struck home to me in the year, how the sort of privilege I have of being able to essentially wander wherever I want. And the worst thing that's happened, someone will say go away and I go, oh, I'm terribly sorry and be all sort of posh and cheerful and it'll be fine and that's not fair, and it's not right that there's that inequality. Adam: I wonder what you feel because we're talking now, a little after there was a big fuss in newspapers about Kirsty Allsop as children or a child who went off travelling and I think he was 16 or something like that. And it raised the debate whether that's right or wrong and people have their own views, it raised the debate about adventure, what it is, how much freedom we should give younger people. And there were lots of comments, you know, look back a generation, my parents' generation, you know, people of 17, 18 were fighting in wars. You know, the idea of going on Eurorail doesn't sound that adventurous by comparison. But it does engage with the natural world, doesn't it? You've done very adventurous things. What do you think about our position on safety now? The sort of vibe about that? Al: I think a relevant aspect of that discussion what we're talking about today is if you look at the roaming distances that kids have from home and you can see statistical maps of this online of how far our grandparents are allowed to go from home, you know, they'd get on their bicycle with a pickled egg and off they'd go for a month and then come home for their tea. All that sort of stuff. When I was a kid, I was basically in the Yorkshire Dales. I was basically allowed to go wherever I wanted, and then I'd just come home when I was hungry. And of course, I had no cell phone. And then kids today would not be generally allowed that sort of thing, and they're kept very much closer to home. And I think that trusting young people in wild places is an important thing to do. Adam: Well, on that note of wild places and adventure, we talked a lot about maps and if you want to visit Ashenbank Wood and are looking for a map, it is grid reference TQ 675692, map reference explorer 163, and OS land ranger 177. Good luck with finding this particular wood. I hope you enjoy it. And until next time, of course, happy wandering. Thank you for listening to the Woodland Trust Woodland Walks. Join us next month when Adam will be taking another walk in the company of Woodland Trust staff, partners and volunteers. And don't forget to subscribe to the series on iTunes or wherever you are listening. And do give us a review and a rating. If you want to find out more about our woods and those that are close to you, check out the Woodland Trust website. Just head to the visiting woods pages. Thank you.

The Outdoors Fix is a podcast to inspire you to make the outdoors a bigger part of your life. It's hosted by Liv Bolton. In this episode, Liv Bolton goes for a walk in Swanscombe Marshes by the River Thames in Kent with the adventurer and author Alastair Humphreys. Al's relationship with the outdoors has changed a lot over the years - he's been on extraordinary expeditions all around the world, travelling through over 80 countries by bicycle, boat and on foot, but more recently he's focused on spreading the message about embracing the outdoors and adventure where we all live, through his concept of Microadventures. Al's latest book, Local, which has been shortlisted for the 2024 Wainwright Prize in the nature writing category, saw him spend a year exploring a map of his neighbourhood - one grid square at a time. His passion about outdoors adventures that are accessible to all of us and possible within our current routines, is totally infectious and I've wanted to chat to him for years, so I hope you enjoy the episode! The Outdoors Fix is a podcast produced and hosted by Liv Bolton @liv_outsideuk Episodes in each series are released fortnightly. The next episode will be released on Sunday 13 October. You can find photos of the guests on Instagram @TheOutdoorsFix The Outdoors Fix book is out now: http://bit.ly/3GJDLJc This episode of The Outdoors Fix is kindly supported by outdoor footwear brand Merrell. The post Alastair Humphreys: Author and adventurer getting more Local appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.

Gentle Persistence: A Journey of Sauntering Towards Success Sauntering beyond your limits is a powerful approach that involves combining ambition with ease, playfulness with purpose, and approaching obstacles with curiosity rather than frustration. In the podcast episode, Tonya Leigh discusses how sauntering involves walking with purpose yet unhurried, being playful yet focused, and curious yet determined. This approach allows individuals to maintain a sense of calm and gratitude while pursuing their goals, even in the face of challenges. By sauntering beyond your limits, you are encouraged to adopt a mindset that values the journey as much as the destination. Instead of constantly pushing yourself to go faster and do more, sauntering allows you to explore your limits with a sense of curiosity and openness. When faced with obstacles, the sauntering approach encourages individuals to stop, assess the situation, and consider alternative paths or solutions. This contrasts with the typical hustle culture that promotes pushing through obstacles without taking the time to reflect or adjust course. Join Tonya as she discusses the power of taking a more relaxed and enjoyable approach to personal development and life. Talking Points: 01:41 - The Concept of Sauntering 02:24 - Visualization Exercise 03:17 - Sprinting vs. Sauntering 05:02 - Curiosity Over Frustration 06:28 - Expanding Limits 07:43 - Playful Exploration 08:46 - Creative Problem Solving 11:02 - Detaching from the Outcome 16:02 - Lessons from Nature 20:36 - Micro-Adventures 22:02 - Style Challenge  Quotes: "You know, we live in a world that's always telling us to push harder, go faster, do more. It's all hustle culture and no pain, no gain." "What can I learn from this obstacle? How can I work with it rather than against it?" "But a lot of successful people in the world have become successful because of their playful approaches to overcoming their limitations." "To truly saunter beyond your limits, you must practice detaching from the outcome." "You have the power to saunter beyond your limits. You can be ambitious and enjoy your life. You can make progress without burning out. You're capable of so much more than you know." Useful  Resources: Soul Style Quiz:  http://schoolofselfimage.com/stylequiz Join Now:  https://schoolofselfimage.com/join FREE Download: https://schoolofselfimage.com/self-image-manifesto/ Sign up for the Weekly Edit: http://schoolofselfimage.com/edit Follow School of Self-Image on IG: @schoolofselfimage   Connect with Self-Image Coach Tonya Leigh: Website:  https://schoolofselfimage.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TonyaLeighOfficial TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetonyaleigh   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TonyaLeighOfficial  

Welcome to episode 87. Today's episode is about remembering why we do shit. It's easy to get sidetracked by the day-to-day running of your life, so when that stale, unmotivated feeling hits how should we respond? In this episode I share some simple ways to get clarity on how you want your life to be and your excitement back for your goals. Are you ready to squeeze every last bit of enjoyment out of life? Let's dive in! In this episode: ·      Re-connecting with your why – how it can build motivation and drive productivity in every task you perform. ·       Using vision boards to visualise your life goals and get clarity on what you want out of life. ·       Reverse planning – organising your projects and task lists with your why as the focus for all that you do. Mentioned in this episode: Kimmy Drain, Nourish Northern Mamas https://www.nourishnorthernmamas.com/ and Katya Willems, Katya's Microadventures https://katyasmicroadventures.co.uk/   This episode is brought to you in association with Emily Jolliffe of Get Clarity - Let Go https://www.getclarity-letgo.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialparentingtogether/ https://www.instagram.com/emilycounsellorautismcoach/   Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW so you don't miss any new episodes; subscribe to my mailing list and connect with me over on Instagram @clearyourday If you would like to know more about how coaching works or to work with me 1-2-1, please visit https://www.clear-day.co.uk/coaching/ For more tips and to be part of the community, sign up to The No Bullshit Guide To A Happier Life Facebook Group now! Have you got a copy of the The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life book? Follow this link to purchase yours now!

Tired of feeling stuck in your ordinary life? Ever wonder what it takes to kayak across an ocean or trek to the South Pole?Get ready to rethink what's possible as we dive into the mind of an "average bloke" who did just that!In this episode, Trav sits down with Justin Jones, a guy who turned his wild dreams into reality by crossing the Tasman Sea in a kayak and making history in Antarctica. Justin's not your typical adventurer - he's living proof that extraordinary achievements are within everyone's reach.Discover how to unleash your inner explorer without quitting your day job, why doing tough stuff on purpose can transform your life, and the surprising reason you might want to keep your biggest dreams secret.From hilarious tales of ocean nudity to profound insights on finding purpose, this conversation is packed with inspiration to kick-start your own bucket list adventures.Ready to stop dreaming and start doing? Hit play now and fuel your journey from average to amazing!Episode Highlights: "Crossing the ditch" - An epic kayak journey that redefined adventure  Seasickness hacks from someone who kayaked across an ocean  The wild highs and lows of crossing the Tasman Sea  Why risking your life at sea might be totally worth it  What's really down at the South Pole? It's not what you thinkSpice up your life with micro-adventures (no ocean-crossing required) Why you should do tough stuff on purposeConnect with Justin Jones :Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinrjonesy/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinjonesy/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/justinrjonesyWebsite - www.justinjonesy.comConnect with Trav Bell:Website - https://www.thebucketlistguy.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/travbell/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thebucketlistguyTwitter - https://twitter.com/TravBellInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bucketlistguy.travbell/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBucketListGuy2011Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bucket-list-life-helping-you-build-a-life-by-design/id1712886116Book - www.thebucketlistguy.com/book

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Mike Strzelecki challenges himself, his family, and friends to participate with him in micro adventures. He shares some of his recent and favorite adventures. And he offers ideas for micro adventures to listeners in the Boyertown/Reading/Hamburg/Philadelphia area--any of which can be modified for any geographic area.

Episode 436 ~ June 27, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Just a few random discussions about canoe molds, going on microadventures and flash floods Alpacka has a new 2 person packraft called the Tango A man is taking his cello on a canoe trip down the Mississippi

Episode 436 ~ June 27, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Just a few random discussions about canoe molds, going on microadventures and flash floods Alpacka has a new 2 person packraft called the Tango A man is taking his cello on a canoe trip down the Mississippi

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Adventure Diaries, host Chris Watson welcomes renowned adventurer and author Alastair Humphreys. Alastair shares his incredible journey from a conventional teaching career to embarking on some of the world's most thrilling adventures. From cycling around the world to rowing across the Atlantic, Alastair's stories are filled with inspiration and insight. He also discusses his latest book "Local," which encourages finding adventure close to home. Join us as we dive into Alastair's grand expeditions and the wonder of local exploration.Key Topics Discussed:Introduction to Alastair Humphreys:Alastair's background and transition from teaching to adventuring.The inspiration behind his global adventures.Cycling Around the World:Alastair's journey through 60 countries over nearly five years.The challenges of navigating without modern technology.The Mental Challenges of Adventure:Coping with loneliness and finding solace in human connections.The unexpected twists and serendipity in his travels.Rowing the Atlantic and Walking Through India:The physical and mental challenges of rowing across the Atlantic.Walking along the Kaveri River in India and the simplicity of slow travel.The Violin Adventure in Spain:Inspired by Laurie Lee, Alastair busked his way across Spain with a violin.The unique experiences and challenges of this adventure.Microadventures:Making adventure accessible with short, local trips.The impact of Alastair's book "Microadventures."Exploring Locally with "Local":Alastair's project of exploring one grid square of his local map each week.The richness and discoveries found close to home.A Call to Adventure:Encouraging listeners to embark on their own local adventures.The concept of finding and exploring the highest points in local areas.Quotes from the Episode:"While training to be a teacher, I was daydreaming about adventure, reading books, and thinking, 'Oh, I'd love to be off doing that.'""Once you start an adventure, you realize it's not that complicated. Just ride your bike, find food, find somewhere to sleep, and repeat.""The adventure here was to stand up in little village squares in Spain with no money, only the violin. It was terrifying but thrilling."Call to Action:Local Seven Summits Challenge: Find the seven highest points in your local area and explore them. Share your adventures with the hashtag #local7summits.Follow Alastair Humphreys: Discover more about Alastair's adventures through his website, social media channels, YouTube, and books.Links and Resources:Alastair Humphreys' Website: alastairhumphreys.comBooks by Alastair HumphSupport the Show.Thanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at ideas@adventurediaries.com. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld

Alastair is an adventurer and author. He spent over 4 years cycling round the world, a journey of 46,000 miles through 60 countries and 5 continents. Despite all these wonderful achievements, I talk to him about a topic much closer to home - micro-adventures and doorstep nature. You can find out more about Alastair here and buy his book Local here. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / follow me - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@george_brynmor on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / Support me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ko-fi here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Coffee feature from New Dawn Traders Country: Colombia Roaster: Yallah Coffee Roaster Nautical Miles: 7,500 (pollution free!) Music credits - "Heron Island" by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Bentley⁠⁠⁠

Send us a Text Message.Exploring Micro-Adventures with Dr. Niall McCann: The Beauty of the World Right Outside Your DoorAdventures don't always have to involve a passport and a plane ticket. Sometimes, the greatest discoveries await just beyond your doorstep. This is the theme of an inspiring conversation on the "Adventure Diaries" podcast where host Chris Watson and his guest, Dr. Niall McCann, explore the concept of "micro-adventures" — small-scale explorations that encourage us to engage deeply with our local environments.In Episode 4, Chris Watson recaps the engaging and transformative journeys of his guests from the past season, focusing particularly on the insights offered by Dr. McCann. Dr. McCann, an avid adventurer and conservationist, shares his unique perspective on finding adventure in familiar places. Inspired by Al Humphries' approach of exploring every square kilometer around his home using a site-centered map, Dr. McCann discusses how he and his young daughter have come to know the nooks and crannies of their own neighborhood, revealing that true adventure starts at home.But the conversation doesn't just dwell on local adventures. Dr. McCann also highlights his work with the charity Millimetres for Mountains, co-founded by his friends Ed Jackson and Darren Edwards, both of whom are ambassadors for the charity following their personal experiences with spinal cord injuries. The charity is remarkable, focusing on using outdoor adventures as a therapeutic tool for those who have experienced significant physical or mental trauma. The transformative power of nature and the community that forms around these shared outdoor experiences, Dr. McCann notes, is profoundly uplifting and inspiring.Chris Watson wraps up the episode with a call to action, inviting listeners to not only explore their local surroundings but also engage with Millimetres for Mountains. He emphasizes the value of connecting with others through adventure and recovery, urging his audience to consider participating in one of the charity's public walks.This episode of "Adventure Diaries" is a reminder of the accessibility of adventure. It's not just about distant lands and extreme challenges; it's also about appreciating and exploring the beauty that lies just outside our front doors. It encourages us to see the world with fresh eyes and to find the extraordinary in the everyday.Join Dr. Niall McCann on a journey to discover the micro-adventures that await just outside your window. Because sometimes, the smallest adventures can lead to the most significant discoveries.Support the Show.Thanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at ideas@adventurediaries.com. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld

Are you looking for more joy, play and adventure in your life? In today's episode, we speak with Carly Jean Wright, Founder of The Vibrant Mama Method. She's a Somatic & Energetic Healing Facilitator for moms and women navigating life's biggest transitions, and she's a proud boy mom. Carly dives deep into how we can support yourselves emotionally, at home & as we travel, by embracing play, joy and micro-adventures into our daily life. What We Discuss:How she became passionate about Maternal Mental Health SupportComing back to Who You Are in MotherhoodCarving out time for Play as an AdultMicro Adventures with your childrenHow can we get excited about life again? Emotional Regulation Tips for TravelConnect with Carly: Instagram @thatvibrantmamaTikTok @thatvibrantmamaThe Vibrant Mama JournalConnect with Kelly:Instagram @kelly.tolliday.yogaInstagram @risingnatureretreatsWebsite https://risingnatureretreats.comThanks for tuning in!Mentioned in this episode:Child & CompanyByte & CoffeeMention "Transform with Travel" at checkout for 10% off your order at Byte & Coffee in Lighthouse Point, Florida.Byte & Coffee

Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast! This week, I had an incredible chat with Alastair Humphreys, a true adventurer who's cycled around the world, walked across India, and rowed the Atlantic. Named National Geographic Adventure of the Year in 2012, Alastair has also championed microadventures and recently authored the book "Local," where he explores the 20-kilometer map around his home. It was a delight having Alastair on the podcast.   We dive into Alastair's evolving motivations over the 20 years of his adventures as he shares insights like the interesting contrasts between cycling the world solo and rowing the Atlantic with a team. His concept of microadventures encourages everyone to find small, achievable adventures in their daily lives, fostering a sense of exploration and curiosity. If you're intrigued, be sure to check out Alastair's website to learn more about his extraordinary journeys and his latest book "Local." Happy listening!   Explore Alastair's captivating book, available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Local-Search-Nearby-Nature-Wildness/dp/1785633678 Delve deeper into his adventures on his official website: https://alastairhumphreys.com/ Connect with Alastair on Instagram for a visual journey: https://www.instagram.com/al_humphreys/   About Us

Danika's homeschooling story takes place on opposing sides of the country, beginning on the Gold Coast in Queensland, where she and her children (aged 6 and 3) were born and raised, up to where her family are currently based in Bunbury, Western Australia. Danika is speaking up and sharing her short but intense journey in the hopes that someone listening will hear her story and feel seen. SUMMARYAs a loud, outgoing, social girl, Danika loved school, particularly the social side, and like most parents thought her own kids would follow in her footstepsWhen her eldest began school, she was looking forward to getting more time to herself, to be able to focus on her career, but a twisting, turning waterslide of a year lay ahead, one she could not have foreseenHer son's anxiety prompted her to undertake placement as a teachers aide and it was this experience which opened her eyes to what actually goes on in the classroomIt quickly became clear to her that teachers are under resourced and time poor. They are all not being seen and heard and it's the same thing, day in, day out.It took a trauma for Danika to come to homeschooling and that trauma had a massive effect on everyone in their family, but she is proof you can come out the other side “I had to strip back what was expected of me from society, what was expected of me from our families, drown out all the noise and just listen to my child.”Deschooling meant recalibrating what she thought her life was going to look like and she believes they are all better versions of themselves having the time and space to beWhat lifeschooling looks like for their family of four nowNeurodiverse kids in school are often brushed to the side and sent elsewhere, but they are going through traumatic feelings, and we as adults rush them along, not giving them the space they need. They get told to be quiet and sit still, but they are  trying to regulate their bodies so they can listen.If you are on the fence about homeschooling, ask yourself “What's important to you?” You've really got to sit with that. Are you doing something just because you are expected to?Losing one whole income doesn't mean you can't still travel and adventure, it's just not on such a grand scale. Microadventures are just as important and homeschoolers have the freedom to go wherever they want, whenever they want.“School works for some, it doesn't work for others, the beauty of life is that we have a choice. I feel like we made the best choice for our family.”INSPIRATIONStark Raving Dad podcastHer Homeschooling Era podcastA Different Way to Learn - Dr Naomi FisherChanging Our Minds - Dr Naomi FisherMothering Our Boys - Maggie DentRaising Boys - Steve BiddulphAdaptEd - Neurodiversity HandbookCONNECT@danikajainConnect with us:Instagram - @australianhomeschoolstoriesSubstack - Australian Homeschool Storiesaustralianhomeschoolstories@gmail.comThis podcast is recorded on the lands of the Bunurong people of the Kulin nation. I pay my respects to elders past, present and emerging and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. This always was, always will be aboriginal land.Original Music by Daniel Garrood @garroodcomposerListen on Spotify here

What is a microadventure? Learn about this type of local travel that just may be a perfect fit for someone traveling solo for the first time, or for those who want some wonder and awe in their lives without traveling a long distance and spending a ton of money. Resources Read the full New York Times article, “Who Needs the Grand Canyon? Try a Microadventure” by Emily Pennington. Read the book Microadventures: Local Discoveries for Great Escapes by Alastair Humphries. Also, check out Alastair Humphries' website with great inspiration and resources for microadventures. Join Our Community Join the Me and the Magic Facebook community to share your love of solo travel, Disney travel, and more with new friends. Plus, share your thoughts and questions on this episode with the community! Connect with Me Is there a topic you'd like us to discuss? Email Amanda at amanda@meandthemagic.com.   Are you on Instagram? Follow Me and the Magic to see the latest posts, stories, and IGTV.  Subscribe to the Me and the Magic weekly newsletter for exclusive content, including solo travel tips! Me and the Magic has voicemail! Leave a voicemail or text to 1-347-74MAGIC (1-347-746-2442). Share your thoughts about this episode, a future episode topic idea, or just say hi! Podcast Subscribe to this podcast so you will be the first to hear new episodes!  If you are enjoying the podcast, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could rate and review it on Apple Podcasts. The reviews help other people find this podcast.  Online Shop Buy some fun travel and pop culture shirts and more, at our online shop! 

Dive into the world of family micro adventures with Claire Pinder on the latest episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast! In this episode, Claire shares her journey from a fast-paced tech career to rediscovering purpose through outdoor exploration. We further discuss the transformative power of adventure in building meaningful connections with loved ones. Join the conversation as Claire shares insights from her new book, "Into the Wild: Family Micro Adventures" and explore the joys, benefits, and spontaneity of micro adventures for families.   You can check out Claire's book on Amazon for more inspiration and practical tips to infuse adventure into your life!

Welcome to "The Freedom Project," a podcast that celebrates the spirit of adventure and those who live it to the fullest.  Today, we're honoured to welcome Alastair Humphreys, a man whose name has become synonymous with adventure and exploration.  Alastair, recognized as a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, has inspired countless individuals through his incredible journeys and his advocacy for the natural world.  His adventures, which began in his youth, include the remarkable feat of cycling around the world and pushing the limits of human endurance and curiosity. He's not only an adventurer but also a storyteller, author, and filmmaker, capturing the essence of exploration in various forms.  His books have opened up new worlds to readers, and his monthly newsletter shares insights and inspiration from his travels.  Alastair's concept of 'microadventures' has encouraged people to find adventure in the everyday, challenging the notion that you need to travel far to experience the thrill of exploration. In this episode, we will dive deep into Alastair's life, exploring his early adventures like the Yorkshire 3 Peaks challenge at just nine years old, and his transformative cycling journey across continents.  We will also delve into his philosophies on living adventurously, caring for the environment, and finding joy in the small things.  His collaborations with brands to promote the concept of microadventures showcase his commitment to making adventure accessible to all. Join us as we journey through Alastair Humphreys' inspiring life, discovering how he has turned every challenge into an opportunity for growth and how he continues to inspire others to embrace the unknown.  Whether you're an avid adventurer or just someone looking for a little inspiration to step outside your comfort zone, this episode is for you.  

In this episode of the "Helping Families Be Happy Podcast," host Ashley Marie Mireles-Guerrero introduces the Familius team and provides listeners with exciting insights into what to expect in 2024 from both the podcast and the Familius publishing company. The episode features various team members, including Christina from the accounting department, Carlos, the in-house designer and administrator, Brooke, the editorial director, Shae, the blog editor, and the marketing team represented by Adina, Erica, and McKay. Together in this special end-of-the-year episode they share a bit about traditions. Tune in to learn more about the Familius team and their plans for the future. Episode Highlights: 01:41: A favorite episode is highlighted, featuring Devin Mevis, an educator and artist, titled "Adding Creativity to Your Daily Routine." The episode focused on how families can integrate creativity into their daily lives. 02:04: The concept of "process art" is discussed, which encourages children to engage in art without specific instructions, instead exploring and creating with available materials. 03:24: Emily Liebel's concept of "Micro Adventures" is highlighted. These are simple, nature-based activities with a specific goal, often prepared by reading related literature and involving games or projects. 04:46: Another favorite episode discussed is "From Summer Freedom to School Screens," focusing on the increasing integration of screens and technology in education. The episode addressed the challenges and opportunities this shift presents for parents and children. 07:26: Paul Mandelstein's book, "World's Best Dad During and After Divorce," is mentioned, emphasizing its focus on helping fathers navigate post-divorce parenting. 08:39: A behind-the-scenes moment is shared about the process of finding illustrators for two upcoming books, "Call Your Mother" and "Robots Don't Make You Go to Bed” and the conversation shifts to the podcast's affiliation with a book publishing company. 10:50: Another book, "How Does Our Food Grow?" is discussed. It's a collaborative effort with the UN Organization Kitchen Connection, aimed at educating children about fruits, vegetables, and gardening. 11:56: A memorable moment from the book's launch in New York is shared. The impact of the book on young readers, particularly two girls who read it at the event, is highlighted, emphasizing the book's influence in fostering a mindful attitude towards our planet. 12:41: The podcast transitions to discussing holiday traditions. A favorite holiday tradition involving leaving out cookies and eggnog for Santa is shared, along with a unique twist of mixing eggnog with chocolate milk. 15:31: A tradition of celebrating Christmas on Christmas Eve is shared, which is common in Hispanic or Mexican cultures. Tamales are highlighted as a favorite holiday food, along with enjoying "Die Hard" as a Christmas movie. 18:32: A family tradition involving multicultural food nights leading up to Christmas is shared. The speaker's family, with roots in the United Kingdom, Spain, Korea, and India, celebrates each culture through special meals and activities. 21:32: The conversation shifts to New Year's superstitions and traditions and a tradition of wearing certain colors on New Year's for different wishes, such as wealth or health, is shared. 23:56: A unique New Year's tradition of a polar plunge in the family pool at midnight is described. This test of courage also includes a reward of $10 for the person who can stay in the freezing water the longest, ensuring they don't start the new year with an empty wallet. 25:06: A tradition involving cheers with sparkling cider on New Year's Eve is discussed, emphasizing the importance of this ritual for good luck in the coming year. 29:22: The discussion continues with a playful comment on considering macarons as a meal and a Girl Scout troop leader shares her New Year's resolution to get certified for overnight camping to fulfil her troop's wish for a camping trip. 31:44: The conversation shifts to upcoming books for 2024. Speakers share their excitement for various titles, including "100 Words for Little Utahns," and another book about spicy food. 34:10: A picture book titled "The Blue Canoe" is highlighted which explores the relationship between a mother and daughter, with the mother expecting a new baby, and uses metaphorical visual storytelling to convey the mother's love. 35:25: Another upcoming book, "Nine Months of Wonder," a guided journal for expecting mothers, is discussed. The journal focuses on the mother's experiences during pregnancy, capturing hopes, dreams, and the support system around her. 37:42: "Raising Tiny Humans" is mentioned as an anticipated book, especially for parents of toddlers, offering fun and practical advice. 39:17: The book "Three Kings Day" is brought up, notable for being one of the first books to be released in English and Spanish simultaneously by the publisher. 40:09: The discussion shifts to ways of giving back to communities outside the traditional holiday season. Suggestions include donating books to libraries or organizations, participating in small acts of service, and contributing to literacy initiatives like the Imagination Library. 44:06: The importance of involving children in charitable activities is emphasized. Speakers encourage finding meaningful ways to give time and resources, and to involve children in these activities, such as packing bags for food pantries or resources for people in need. 45:48: The conversation shifts to recognizing team members for their exceptional work. Shoutouts are given to various team members for their contributions, including McKay for starting a YouTube Kids channel and being innovative in social media. 47:08: Ashley is acknowledged for her role as the backbone of the company, being a knowledgeable marketing leader, and for her familiarity with many platforms, authors, and writing her own books. 49:47: Ashley expresses gratitude for the accolades and gives a shoutout to Christina for quickly learning and efficiently handling an outdated accounting system. 50:58: Brooke, the editorial director, is commended for her crucial role in the book creation process, starting from the initial scripts, highlighting the long process some books undergo before publication. Recognition is also given to Shae for her excellent work with the blog and newsletter, and to Carlos for his responsiveness in providing needed files to the marketing team. 3 Key Points: The podcast featured episodes emphasizing creativity in family routines, like "Adding Creativity to Your Daily Routine" by Devin Mevis, focusing on process art for children. Another episode, "From Summer Freedom to School Screens," discussed the integration of screens in education, exploring the balance between technology and learning. The podcast highlighted various family traditions, including multicultural food nights, celebrating Christmas Eve, and unique New Year's customs like a polar plunge. Personal New Year's resolutions shared by the speakers included enhancing culinary skills, being less controlling, and exploring new cuisines. Speakers shared their excitement for upcoming books like "The Blue Canoe" and "Nine Months of Wonder." The segment concluded with team members expressing gratitude and appreciation for each other's contributions, particularly acknowledging Ashley for her versatile role in the company and successfully managing numerous responsibilities. Tweetable Quotes: "Process art encourages kids to explore and create without specific instructions, unlocking their creativity in everyday life." "Micro Adventures: Simple, nature-based activities with a specific goal, enhancing family bonding and connecting with nature." "The Blue Canoe: A picture book that beautifully explores the relationship changes between a mother and daughter when expecting a new baby, using metaphorical storytelling." "Giving back isn't just for the holiday season. Small acts like donating books or volunteering time can make a big difference in your community year-round." Resources Mentioned Helping Families Be Happy Podcast Apple Podcast Editing

Alastair Humphreys, the acclaimed British adventurer, inspires with his bold expeditions and passion for exploration. From cycling the globe to rowing across oceans, he champions "microadventures," urging us to find thrill in everyday life. His talks and writings ignite curiosity, showing that adventure isn't just about far-off places but lies in embracing the unknown nearby. He's a guiding voice, encouraging us to step beyond comfort zones and discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Connect With Alastair Humphreys! instagram.com/al_humphreys Visit His Website to Learn More! alastairhumphreys.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:51 - Alastair's Book: "Grand Adventure" 02:15 - Alastair's Adventure Heroes 04:03 - Alastair on Managing His Social Media Accounts 06:00 - How Does an Explorer Obtain Sponsors? 07:41 - What Does Alastair's Post-Adventure Life Look Like? 09:24 - Alastair on Preparing for Work and Adventure 11:41 - Rowing the Atlantic Ocean 12:29 - Alastair's Relationship with Death and Deathclock.com 15:29 - Alastair on Engaging in Dangerous Adventures 18:48 - Alastair on Staying Calm in Any Situation 20:45 - How Does Alastair Balance Fatherhood and Exploration? 23:45 - Alastair on Incorporating Fashion into His Adventures 25:50 - Exploring Your Own Locale 29:00 - Alastair on Discovering the Denehole in His Area 31:44 - Alastair's Thoughts on Sponsored Adventures 35:43 - Alastair on Managing Leisure Trips 37:22 - How Does Alastair Handle Work-Related Content? 40:42 - Alastair's Purpose and Goals in His Adventures 46:21 - Intentions in Every Adventure 48:35 - Pursuing Adventure as You Age 51:21 - Alastair on Sustaining Momentum in His Career 55:29 - Forging Your Path to Success 58:13 - Alastair's Weekly Newsletter 01:00:15 - What Books Is Alastair Currently Reading? 01:01:10 - Alastair's Bucket List Destinations 01:02:18 - Alastair's Recent Life Discoveries 01:04:27 - Alastair's Goals for the Next 6 Months 01:05:14 - Connect with Alastair Humphreys! 01:05:54 - Outro

Join adventurer Alastair Humphreys on the Silvercore Podcast as he takes us on a thrilling exploration of micro adventures and inspiring journeys. From walking across Iceland to cycling around the world, Alastair shares his earliest memories of adventure and what drives him to push boundaries. Discover the transformative power of solo travel, the importance of teamwork in extreme challenges, and how to embark on your own micro adventure closer to home. Get ready to be inspired and embrace the magic of exploration. Tune in now!     Website: https://alastairhumphreys.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/al_humphreys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsTMxQP7HUCRTuNEEQWLww   Order Local Here: https://alastairhumphreys.com/product/local/ International Book Sales:    ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU Merchandise - https://bit.ly/3ecyvk9 Blog Page - https://bit.ly/3nEHs8W Host Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.trav Silvercore Instagram - @SilvercoreOutdoors https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors ____

It's August and for various reasons we've found ourselves having done less hikes than we usually would have so far into the year and believe me its not for lack of trying. While its easy for us to get out bush thats only because we live a few hundred meters away but due to both work and personal reasons we just haven't had the opportunities to walk and review as many new hikes as we would like. In this podcast episode we look at what micro adventures are and how they be used to get you out bush even when you don't think you have the time. www.australianhiker.com.au   Australian Hiker can also be found on our various social media platforms Australian Hiker Facebook Australian Hiker Instagram Australian Hiker LinkedIn Australian Hiker Twitter Australian Hiker Pintrest Australian Hiker Youtube

In this episode on the Balanced Warrior Podcast, we are wrapping up the April 2023 theme of Happiness and fun with the owner of Embark Exploration Co., Donovan Pacholl.  Donovan started Embark Exploration because he loved adventure and travel, and he combined the two to form his very successful adventure travel company.  They have facilitated countless trips worldwide and brought people to accomplish mountains and treks they never believed they could.  He has helped charitable organizations such as Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and countless others raise money and climb Kilimanjaro in Africa, Everest Base Camp in Nepal, Cotopaxi in Ecuador, and more.  Balanced Warrior Coach Chris had the opportunity to spend three weeks with Donovan climbing Aconcagua earlier this year.  Donovan drops numerous value bombs in this episode and refers to various sources; one is the book MicroAdventures by Alastair Humphries, which allows people to get a sense of adventure without traveling the world.  Donovan shares his fantastic adventure stories, how he started and conceptualized Embark Exploration, and what inspires him to grow and take more people out of their comfort zone and climb the world's highest peaks and remote places. Some notable takeaways… Adventure Travel allows you to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. There is beauty all over the world waiting to be explored. It is possible to do what you love as a business. What Type 2 Fun is and how it helps you grow. Suffering is a good thing and part of any adventure. You don't need to travel the world to experience adventure. You, too, can climb Africa's highest peak, Kilimanjaro. You can learn more about Embark Exploration at https://embarkexplorationco.com, where you can all choose from an array of adventures.  Embark hosts a podcast called, Type2Fun, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/type2fun/id1539555571, which is highly recommended.  And you can find Donovan Pacholl and Embark Exploration on all social media channels.  Of course, this is the place to go if you are looking for adventure travel! And don't be shy and share it with anyone who would benefit from its content.  Visit empoweredmastery.com for more information, or contact us at info@empoweredmastery.com should you have any questions about Balanced Warrior and Empowered Mastery.

Alastair Humphreys is the author of my all-time favourite books on the topic of adventure and getting more out of life.He was awarded the National Geographic Adventurer of the Year award for his work. He cycled around the world over four years and has since rowed the Atlantic, ran the Marathon de Sables, and walked across India amongst numerous other adventures.Perhaps his greatest success, however, is pioneering the concept of micro-adventures, encouraging anyone to experience the outdoors and thrillseeking within an hour of their doorstep.- -Sponsor - HostingerLaunch a WordPress blog, site, or online shop in minutes.Go to Hostinger.com/GROWTH to get everything you need to create your website for less than $3/month, plus 10% off with promo code GROWTH.- -Sponsor - Better HelpThe Growth Mindset is sponsored by BetterHelp. Therapy to get you on your way to being your best self.Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/GROWTHMINDSET for 15% off. - -Connect with Alastair:Website - AlastairHumphreys.comInstagram - @Al_HumphreysTwitter - @Al_Humphreys- -Connect with Sam:Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube - Growth MindsetTwitter - @samjamharrisInstagram - @SamJam.zen- - -Chapters00:00 Introduction03:34 Quick fire questions05:12 How do you define success and happiness06:04 What are your internal measures07:14 Adventures07:56 Why should we be adventurous09:50 What were the things people need to hear on how to start an adventure11:15 Microadventures12:19 Hardest part of an adventure is daring yourself to get out13:24 3 biggest questions when it comes to time - calendar, routines, little margins of time 16:13 Money-to-adventure ratio21:18 Just GO22:31 Overcoming sense of inadequancy26:01 SPONSOR - Hostinger27:33 SPONSOR - BetterHelp29:15 Mindset framework around finding a sustainable adventure and career32:36 Lessons to younger self35:50 A thousand true fans37:02 GeoWizard Tangent38:33 3 stages of flabbiness39:47 Physical Flabbiness40:17 Mental Flabbiness40:38 Moral Flabbiness42:16 Dealing with Mental Flabbiness43:05 Habit Calendar44:35 Pull-up or Press-up challenge46:32 Hardest cultural difference Alastair navigated during an adventure49:01 Maintaining relationships and adventures50:44 Kindest thing54:11 Earliest memories55:07 Advice to your 20 yr old self56:14 What's Sam's next adventure Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/growth-mindset-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 4, Michael travels through Dubai and gets delayed in Chicago. James meets him in central Texas for a springtime photographic microadventure, and the hosts discuss culture shock and the differences between living in Texas and Thailand. Send listener mail to: hello@attemptadventure.com

Does adventure sound like a big word to you? Listen in to this episode with connection coach Carrie Doan as we discuss something super accessible--micro-adventures.Carrie is a connection coach, an entrepreneur, a life adventurer and a believer in all things possible.  She runs the Clearly Connected Podcast and developed a course on mastering emotional social intelligence training both corporate and school systems towards developing more connected relationships and healthier work environments.Carrie has been studying psychology and human behavior for nearly two decades, educating others on the link between mind and body and how reconnecting to your authenticity can play a powerful role toward healing and living a life of pleasure.She's been leading microadventures and traveling the world for free for over 5 years and is passionate about empowering women while supporting them towards their biggest dreams.  In her spare time you'll find her running with her kids or wandering out into the wilderness seeking out her next macro or microadventure.With Carrie's help, we'll get to the bottom of:What are micro-adventures?What do micro-adventures have to do with pleasure?What does one have to gain from micro-adventures?Some examples of micro-adventures?Some simple ways people could work them into their everyday livesHow micro-adventures can increase connection and why that's importantListen all the way to the end for a little extra inspiration in creating your own micro-adventure soon!Resources from today's show:Carrie's inspiration for the micro-adventure concept from Alistair HumphreysCarrie has a resource share (45 min mark) to create micro-adventuresAdventure Deck cardsConnect with Carrie:carriedoan.comClearly Connected podcastOn Instagram: @carriedoancoachingStay in touch!

Time away is essential to make sure that you have a good and healthy rhythm in your work and in life. Not all adventures have to be massively expensive or time consuming though. Today we unpack the value of microadventures and where to look for them in your own community.    Join Zack Hudson as he helps you grow your leadership skills weekly. Passing the Baton podcast is hosted by Mike Floyd & Neha Shingane. Visit our website!

This is our first ever 1000 Hours Outside Book Club!!! Alastair and a bunch of you joined us for a 45-minute, live-stream discussion about two of Alastair's phenomenal books. We discussed Microadventures and The Doorstep Mile. This episode includes your questions, your comments, and a piece of information that Alastair has never shared in public before! This was SO fun! You're going to love this one. Find the book club questions for Alastair's books here  Learn more about Alastair Humphreys here  Order your copy of Microadventures here  Order your copy of The Doorstep Mile here  Listen to three other podcast episodes with Alastair. They will all stir you on to adding just a little bit more adventure to your life. Episode 43: Microadventures - Because Even Small Adventures are Better Than None at All Episode 84: If it Feels Like an Adventure to You, it 'is' an Adventure Episode 108: Does This Year Matter? Then Use it. Join in for our February Book Club! Check out all the remaining book club books for 2023 here.

Alastair Humphreys is a British Adventurer and Author. He spent over 4 years cycling round the world, a journey of 46,000 miles through 60 countries and 5 continents.He has walked across southern India, rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, run six marathons through the Sahara desert, completed a crossing of Iceland, trekked in the Arctic and 1000 miles across the Empty Quarter desert. In 2012 he was named as one of National Geographic's Adventurers of the year…and he's also a dad of two, which, to this day is by far the most challenging expedition he's undertaken.In this episode we talk about how Alastair was totally freaked out (and still is) about how little time he has left in this life and that, contrasting with the day-to-day boredom of humdrum parenting was a massive challenge for him.He has now reframed parenting and sees it as a different, yet equally amazing part of his life. “An adventure is an adventure if you chose to make it so.”Now Alastair leans into finding adventure close to his doorstep, through microadventures, and you can too.“The idea of going camping for a night is one of the great hacks for life. If you are really busy, really stressed, you suddenly buy yourself this experience and you buy yourself this extra time. And a year from now you've still got that fantastic memory.”This conversation has given me a new perspective on looking for opportunities to step outside of your routines and find adventure everyday, whether that be jumping into a river or camping in the backyard.“Whenever I go over a bridge, I've just got this habit of looking down out of the car or out the train to see is that a good river for canoeing, for swimming or is that a good secret spot to camp?”The book I recommend you check out is Alastair's Microadventures. In our discussion, Alastair mentions ACT or Acceptance Commitment Therapy and the book, The Happiness Trap which have helped hi re-frame his life.My daughter, Allie, and I are currently reading Alastair's book, The Girl Who Rowed the Ocean which is a book for children based on Alastair's experiences rowing the Atlantic.One extra thing I like is Alastair's idea of using his phone's home screen to prompt him to think about stoicism throughout his day (he used to use it to describe how long he'd have to run to burn off a pint of beer which was quite alarming).You can't out-run a doughnut!If you'd like to find out about Alastair's other books, films or contact him, here are some links that will get you there:Alastair's websiteAlastair's booksInstagramTwitterYouTubeHope you have a great week, and enjoy your caffeinated beverage :-)Big HugRichPhoto credit: Alastair Humphreys This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thedadmindset.com

Jeff Finup, Host of The Wisconsin Legends Podcast, and Creator of Badgerland Legends, He shared with us how his legend tripping has led him to discover many different paranormal tales being spun around the Badger State, Jeff discussed his box theory, the Beast of Bray Road, Big Cats and other Strange Cryptids sighted throughout the state. Jeff shared why synchromysticism is important, how psychic geography is available for us all to behold, and how Micro-Adventures can break your mundane routine, and re-enchant your world. Jeff affirmed a lot of the things I have discussed before pertaining to the S.E.E.E.N. reiterating what I wrote and what many have said about Sychro-Mysticism. Pick up a copy of the S.E.E.E.N. here: Get the SEEEN Travel Guide! https://ko-fi.com/s/6f1e1173a0 subscribe to Jeff Finup's Instagram and Facebook Group, @badgerlandlegends  Share This Episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/48b9c933https://www.delta8galaxy.com to buy Galaxy Treats Delta 8 Gummies! Support Musician Tao ShuSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/2oOOjvOWkNRUrpikiA4ZUg?si=rW629zVcSr-5FrHG2Fb21g&utm_source=copy-linkApplehttps://music.apple.com/gb/artist/tao-shu/1615363711Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/taoshu369This Podcast is Sponsored by the Hit Kit! check out the Hit Kit Here  https://hitkit.us/New Booklet by Mystic MarkBiblio-Man-See Buy Nowhttps://ko-fi.com/s/eefb2be3b9Synchro-Wisdom Dialogue: https://linktr.ee/mysticmarkpodcastMFTIC Merchhttps://mftic-podcast.creator-spring.comJoin us on TelegramLeave me a message On Telegram!For Exclusive My Family Thinks I'm Crazy Content: Only 3$ get 50+ Bonus Episodes, Sign up on our Patreon For Exclusive Episodes. Check out the S.E.E.E.N.or on Rokfin@MFTICPodcast on Twitter@myfamilythinksimcrazy on Instagram, Follow, Subscribe, Rate, and Review we appreciate you!https://www.myfamilythinksimcrazy.comhttps://altmediaunited.com/my-family-thinks-im-crazy/Listen to Every AMU Podcast with this link. https://lnns.co/pI5xHeyFdfgGET A NEW PODCASTING APP! https://podcastindex.org/appsHelp fund the show, I cannot do this without your support.CashApp: $MarkSteevesJrVenmo: @MysticMarkPaypal: @mysticmarkPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/MFTIC?fan_landing=trueRokfin: https://www.rokfin.com/myfamilythinksimcrazyKo-fi: https://ko-fi.com/myfamilythinksimcrazyBuy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MFTICWithout you this Podcast would not exist, may good karma bless all who support.MUSICAL CREDITSIntro Song by Destiny LabMusic: Netherworld By 1st ContactOutroMusic: Abstract Concepts By Black AntMusic: On The Other Side Music: Barren LandBy 1st ContactMusic: MFTIC AnthemBy Tao Shu Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/2oOOjvOWkNRUrpikiA4ZUg?si=rW629zVcSr-5FrHG2Fb21g&utm_source=copy-linkApplehttps://music.apple.com/gb/artist/tao-shu/1615363711Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/taoshu369Released under a Creative Commons Attribution International 4.0 License Thanks To Soundstripe and FMA ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

He's back!!! And he's just as entertaining, endearing, and enjoyable as ever. Alastair Humphreys, author, keynote speaker, adventurer, film maker and blogger joins us to talk about the five books he's written that you absolutely want to have on your shelves for your kids. Through his writing, he hides education within grand stories of adventures. You'll learn about Alastair's experiences traveling around the world and then walking through Spain with nothing but a violin that used to play and make money (even though he could hardly play the violin at all!) Take the first step. Go. Alastair implores us to break down our adventures into small bits and step out of comfort zone and live full lives. You'll learn what project Alastair has coming next, you'll hear me tear up a bit, and you'll listen to Al commiserate on how hard it is (even for a pro-adventurer) to get his own kids off screens and out the door. We even have a little book club chat near the end.  This is one you may listen to twice and your kids will enjoy it, too! Subscribe and share with friends. Learn more about Alastair here: https://alastairhumphreys.com/ Shop Alastair's books here: https://alastairhumphreys.com/shop/ Listen to our first podcast about Microadventures here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/microadventures-because-even-small-adventures-are-better/id1448210728?i=1000554466135

Start with a schedule Monday - Move your body Tuesday - Choose your battles Wednesday - Wind down Thursday - Say thank you and think of others Friday - Food is good Saturday - Satnav day Sunday - Be the solution seeker References: Just Stand Website: https://www.juststand.org/ Microadventure ideas by Alastair Humphreys: https://alastairhumphreys.com/microadventures-3/ 5 to 9 adventures: https://alastairhumphreys.com/5-to-9-thinking/ sub24 hour over-nighter: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/s24os/ Positive News: https://www.positive.news/ TED Talk by Jim Vandehei, ‘How to write less but say more': https://youtu.be/v6BmurUpiN0 Street Wisdom with me at Jardim da Estrela: https://www.streetwisdom.org/event/street-wisdom-in-lisbon-portugal/

ADVENTURE. Behind the Scenes. Making it happen. Paying the Bills. Routines and Rituals. The Reality. Ready?Look past the shiny Instagram photos for a peek behind the scenes of the daily life of a 'working adventurer'.www.alastairhumphreys.com@al_humphreys ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Pack your bags—we're going on an adventure! In this episode, we're exploring how you can GET OUT OF A RUT by getting OUT of your routine!Refresh your senses and open your mind to all the possibilities in your life and in your business, through Micro Adventures. This is your chance to find inspiration again, if you feel like you've lost it.For more inspiration, visit:www.kelseyreidl.com

This week, Carli and Sophia sit down with outdoor adventurer Annie to discuss her takes on bikepacking, camping, and some of her past and upcoming accomplishments and travels. To learn more about Annie and her projects, check her out at https://www.thebotbeyondthebrainz.com .

“The worst of what adventurers do is an exercise in vanity, chasing a scrolling, envious audience. At best, an adventurer makes people smile, challenges them to think, brings about change and inspires action.”  –Alastair Humphreys In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and Alastair talk about what the task of an "adventurer" is these days, and how Al got his start in adventure travel (2:00); how one might approach becoming an adventurer in this day and age, and how to balance embracing versus recording the adventure (7:30); the nuts and bolts of managing things like sponsorships and social media (19:00); communicating with one's audience, including optimizing blog posts and email newsletters (35:00); working with agents, and when and why to self-publish books (47:00). Alastair Humphreys (@Al_Humphreys) is an English adventurer, author and motivational speaker. Alastair was the National Geographic Adventurer of the Year in 2012, and has written thirteen books, most recently Ask An Adventurer. Notable Links: Bill Tillman (20th century English mountaineer) Bear Grylls (British adventurer) Microadventures, by Alastair Humphreys (book) Buffer (social-media managing application) "Five-Bullet Friday" (Tim Ferriss email newsletter) Google Forms (survey software) Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook, by Gary Vaynerchuk (book) Alastair Humphreys newsletters Austin Kleon weekly newsletter Kindle Direct Publishing (self-publishing platform) Creative Penn (website for writers) The Deviate theme music comes from the title track of Cedar Van Tassel's 2017 album Lumber. Note: We don't host a “comments” section, but we're happy to hear your questions and insights via email, at deviate@rolfpotts.com.

I read Alastair's book, Microadventures and then had the immense pleasure of speaking with him for an hour and we've already made some changes around our home due to his influence. We're trying to cook and eat outside more. We're searching out new places to go. We're thinking differently about our time.  Alastair is witty and endearing, and even more than that he'll remind you of what's out there and how the simplest of nature experiences will always be with us.  We will definitely be reading his other books!!   Learn more about Alastair here: https://alastairhumphreys.com/ Check out all 13 of his books here: https://www.amazon.com/Alastair-Humphreys/e/B002BLVABE/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1442249079&sr=1-1

I'm thrilled to welcome Caroline (Caz) Dawson founder of SUP Lass Paddle Adventures to The Joy of SUP podcast. I discovered Caz on Simon Hutchinson's podcast SUP fm and we met when I was researching my book in 2021.  Caz is an accomplished SUP Instructor and Adventure Guide with a passion for all things outdoors.Located on the edge of the Clwydian Range AONB, SUP Lass have access to the majestic River Dee, the world famous Llangollen Canal, plus lakes and coastlines. Caz holds a huge breadth of qualifications and accreditations through Water Skills Academy:WSA Water Safety and Rescue, WSA Ocean Navigation, WSA Adventure Guide, WSA Adventure SUP-er Trainer, Leave No Trace Trainer, WiSe Accredited Adventure Operator  WRT Pro Rescue 3 Technician,  RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate, REC Level 4 Expedition First Aid, BC SUP Sheltered Water Award, BC Mentoring in Water Sports.In 2021, Caz became the 2nd fastest female to complete the GB SUP Series Great Glen Challenge on an iSUP. She has also taken on the Trent 100 team race and notorious 'Swellies Challenge'. For 2022 she has set her sights on the new Loch Awesome Challenge and the Trent 100. Caroline recently paddled the Dee bore covered by BBC Wales.Adventure CookingCaz used to run the award-winning outdoor kitchen 'Fodder in the Field', where local and seasonal ingredients were served up in a range of wild locations, including mountain tops and forests. Caz is currently in the process of developing her SUP + Cook workshops, which she will be launching in spring 2022. When Caroline is not on the water, she is an Agri Food Consultant, supporting food and farming businesses across the UK develop their businesses and identify new markets.Caz loves her trusty Kelly Kettle and treat clients to a secret recipe hot chocolate or mug of hearty soup. Caz is a longstanding judge for the Great Taste Awards and a global mentor for Women in Food and Agriculture.  You can find Caz here:Instagram: @sup_lass Website: www.suplass.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/suplassadventures I hope you find this episode as fascinating as I did. I would love to hear your thoughts! Thank you so much to Bluefin SUP for sponsoring Season 3 of the podcast.Any questions, please email healthyhappyfifty@yahoo.com.Instagram: @thejoyofsuppodcast_Follow #thejoyofsuppodcast on Twitter and InstagramFacebook: The Joy of SUP PodcastWebsite www.jomoseley.comPlease do also rate and review us on Apple as it will help more people find us!Wishing you sunshine, thank you for listening, Jo x Please always put safety first +  get the right advice for your training + body. Please also be aware of the responsibilities and implications of organising or attending a SUP social.  

Originally aired June 28, 2019Alastair Humphreys is an adventurer, author, and motivational speaker. His first big adventure was completing a four-year bicycle journey around the world that consisted of 46,000 miles of cycling and changed his life forever. After the trip, he popularized the idea of microadventures - short, local, accessible adventures for the average person.  This idea helped him achieve becoming a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year in 2012. Alastair is a huge inspiration of mine and I hope you enjoy our conversation about life, parenting, and the delicate balance between normal life and pursuing adventure.Alastair's books; https://alastairhumphreys.com/shop/AlastairHumphreys.comInstagram: @AL_HUMPHREYSSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Check out Power7.com for all your ski needs! They sell new and used skis and have perfected the art of online ski shopping.Do you want to take charge of your health and wellness and have better sleep, more energy, and a healthier immune system? InsideTracker can help you get there through their ultra-personalized performance system that analyzes data from your blood, DNA, and lifestyle. Get 25% off the entire InsideTracker store by going to InsideTracker.com/adventuresportsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In continuation of our #thisistravel campaign, Sophia sits down with author and microadventure expert Alastair Humphreys (@al_humphreys) to discuss his tips and tricks for taking small, but meaningful trips. For more information on Alastair Humphreys and all of his work, please visit https://alastairhumphreys.com/ 

Dar introduces both the "Microadventure" and the legendary Chet Danger.

Random Encounters are a classic element of TTRPGs, but most aren't fun in practice. Often the table just turns up entries like "2d4 wolves" or "two gnomes are arguing about which way the nearest town is".  Here's the secret: Random Encounters are Micro-Adventures.

Today we're chatting with one of my good mates in the adventure scene Olie Hunter Smart. Olie's most recent adventure involved him walking the length of India, which is over 4,000km by the way, retracing Ghandi's steps, exploring the theme of India's Road to Independence from Britain. But he's also travelled the length of the Amazon river, first trekking 400 miles through the Peruvian Andes before hopping in a Kayak for the next 3,600 miles finishing up at the Atlantic Ocean, becoming the first to complete the journey unsupported. He's also cycled JOGLE (John O Groats to Lands End) and loves a good mid-week micro-adventure. Enjoy!

MicroadventuresAs my own attempts to live adventurously evolved from jumping on planes to distant continents, I began to develop the idea of microadventures. They have been part of my effort to learn to look for the opportunities amongst the constraints of life.I never imagined how helpful the principal would be for me, both in the literal sense of squeezing exercise and fresh air around the margins of my days, but also as a metaphor to help with everything I do.I had become more aware of how many people love the idea of adventure but are not able to have adventures of their own (or think that they cannot). I decided to try to break down some of the barriers getting in the way.You can't afford to cross a continent? What is within reach? You don't have time fora big adventure? What can you do? Still too hard? OK, try this. I kept reducing and simplifying and trying to put a positive spin on every situation. Think smaller and simpler. Look around you. What can you do in your lunch break? Climb a tree, make coffee in the woods, swim in a river… When you're driving, you can use your sat-nav as an adventure guide – look for streams to detour to rather than service stations. You can always do something. A microadventure is no different from an adventure, however you personally define the word ‘adventure'. The only difference is that a microadventure is one that is close to home, cheap, simple, short and therefore more likely to actually happen. Microadventures began as an attempt to capture the spirit, principles and benefits of challenging expeditions. Could I replicate some of this through accessible activities condensed into a weekend away, or even a midweek overnight escape?I began by walking a 120-mile lap of London alongside the M25 but learned that was still too big for most people. So I explored a lap of my own home, walking a circle with a mere 2-mile radius. I discovered places I had never been to before.I built a raft that sank in the Lake District and drifted down a river on tractor inner tubes in Wales.I cycled to the sea to sleep on a beach. I pedalled across the Pennines between the houses where my parents were born.I cooked on campfires, slept on hilltops overlooking cities and motorways and watched meteor showers from my sleeping bag.Sometimes it rained, sometimes the sun shone. Some nights were idyllic, others only reminded me to appreciate my own bed again.I just kept on doing things, learning from my mistakes, building habits, making routine life a little more vivid and memorable. It is not always easy to do, but I am trying to teach myself to approach every day adventurously by embracing curiosity and encouraging excitement. I prefer this approach to trundling along the conveyor belt like an unloved plate of sushi until the next blip of excitement like a summer holiday or weekend away. I am learning to search for the beauty in every landscape. To develop a deeper appreciation by paying attention to details – the first buds of spring, the first swift, the globe's still working. The canvas of my life will be painted by thousands of these small moments, decisions and actions, not by a handful of dramatic splodges or events. I hope that the essence of microadventures is transferable to you. Microadventures is an idea anyone can use, whether you are a potter, a programmer, or a potholer. It offers a way to convert big ideas into small beginnings. If you dream of climbing Everest but can't get round to sleeping on top of your local hill, you need to know there's a glitch in your system. Dream up a massive, complicated, ambitious adventure. And then go do a tiny, simple one instead. This way, you will actually get on and do it. You will build momentum. And once you have momentum, the big adventure dreams take care of themselves. Over to You: What is your big dream? What is a tiny version of this? Schedule a date in your diary to do it.★ Support this podcast ★