Tag: Reflect
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Lessons from a Quiet Trail: The Porch Was Part of the Trail
I spent the weeks leading up to Eremos’ first beta hike wrestling with doubt. The plans had been made. Several people had said they would come. Then, one by one, life happened. Schedules changed. Conflicts came up. The group became smaller than I had imagined. With every cancellation, discouragement grew. I began asking questions…
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Why the Destination Matters More Than the Distance
Ask someone about their favorite hike, and they’ll usually begin by describing the destination. A waterfall tucked away in the woods. A mountain summit with miles of uninterrupted views. A quiet overlook where the world seems to slow down for a while. Those places are worth remembering. But at Eremos, the destination matters for…
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WHAT THE WILDERNESS REVEALS ABOUT OUR INNER LIFE
The wilderness has a way of removing distractions we did not realize were carrying so much weight. When the pace slows and the noise fades, something else begins to surface: thoughts, desires, fears, clarity, confusion; things that were always present but easier to ignore in busier environments. The Wilderness Removes What We Lean On…