TRANSCEND | EMPOWER | TRANSFORM
My Wellness Journey
Stories from the mountains that changed me - and the journey still unfolding
The Gift of Letting Go: How I Stopped Letting Fear of Embarrassment Hold Me Back
After a difficult day on the mountain, I came face-to-face with a fear I’ve carried since childhood — the fear of being embarrassed. What happened next changed how I see myself, my strength, and what I’m truly capable of. This story isn’t about a perfect finish; it’s about finding courage in the moments when we feel most defeated.
Climb the Damn Mountain: How Kindness Carried Me Through Whistler
During my fourth ascent at 29029 Whistler, intense pain nearly stopped me in my tracks—until an unexpected encounter changed everything. A simple wooden token, offered with kindness and encouragement, became the spark I needed to keep climbing. This is a story about perseverance, community, and how even the smallest gesture can help us overcome the hardest moments.