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Outdoors and Dating

Outdoors and Dating! Blog post is up.

As someone who has dated throughout her adulthood I wanted to share my thoughts on the outdoors and dating. As well as, rant about a few other ‘outdoorsy’ stereotypes that run a muck in the now online dating world. Me & Dating First, I am in a long-term relationship. He and I met on Match.com. He likes the outdoors and is wonderful. With that said, I’m going to go into my thoughts on the…

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Nomad Life

Short-Term Rental and more!

For those who may not know after college I was a bit of a nomad. I’ve always been drawn to that nomad life, traveling here and there, exploring. A few years later, when I bought my house that changed, I found a place I love and call home. I felt and feel settled and happy! Why am I talking about a nomad life? Well, the one thing I miss is being able to see and be apart of my niece and nephew’s…

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Packing

I love packing. I look at it as a puzzle game that I will CRUSH! It's such a rush. Packing is an organizers ultimate high.

Confession, I love packing. I look at it as a puzzle game that I will CRUSH! It’s such a rush. If you’re an organized person then you will relate to how much fun packing can be! For this vacation I am road tripping to my destination. So, I have broken my packing lists into three main categories. Whitewater Gear, Regular Clothes & Stuff, and Groceries. Whitewater Gear Kayak – Mine is a Dagger…

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Vacation Mode

I am heading on vacation! I will be working on my whitewater kayaking skills. Vacation mode is time to recharge.

I recently started a new position at work and that has taken me away from posting regularly. I hope to get back into the swing of things! With that said, I am heading out on vacation. I am heading on vacation! Vacation mode is time to recharge. I look at vacation not only as time to unplug from the daily grind but as a time to work on myself. Self-care is crucial to continuing to thrive in all…

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Change

As things in my life are changing, all positives, I felt the need to get out and hike.

I haven’t posted in what feels like forever. Although, I think it’s only been a week. There has been a bit of an unexpected change in my life and I needed to take time and get that sorted. Change and I have a rough history. First off, I am a creature of habit. I like routine, plans, being organized and so on. That doesn’t mean I don’t like spontaneity because I do. It’s more about knowing the…

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Company Spotlight

My first, of many, company spotlight posts! I will feature companies that are green, sustainable and forward thinking. Brands that I LOVE.

Leading a sustainable life is one I try and focus on. It is a goal to be as green as possible. I don’t always succeed but I try and do my best to keep my waste output to a minimum. I want to do a company spotlight on green, forward thinking brands that I love. In a previous post I discussed my love for sustainability. Trying to cut down on my carbon footprint relaxes me. That may sound strange…

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Fear of Failure

Fear of failure is what drives me. I have always known that I am driven by a fear of failure compared to people who are driven by reward.

I thought about it over the weekend and I realized that my fear of failure is what drives me. Failure is a part of life. Recognizing, understanding and growing from it, although never easy, are what I strive to do. Part One I’m going to break this post into parts. The reason for that is because I have many stories and thoughts on my fear of failure. I also, think I’m not alone in this fear. One…

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Work Outside

I work in a hybrid environment, this means I am remote most days and on a set schedule will work in the office once a week or so. One of the best perks of this type of working schedule is being able to work outside. Today I was in a meeting at the office and it came to light that many of my colleagues don’t get outside during their workday. Even with a remote or hybrid schedule people tend to…

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Positive Mindset Through Sustainability

Positive Mindset Through Sustainability - How I reduce stress by being sustainable!

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Alcohol and the Outdoors

Ever question why drinking alcohol or having celebratory summit beers is the norm? It feels counter-intuitive. How can we be more aware of alcohol and the outdoors?

Ever question why drinking alcohol or having celebratory summit beers is the norm? It feels counter-intuitive. How can we be more aware of alcohol and the outdoors? First, I want to be clear that this post is not knocking the rituals of the great outdoors that surround alcohol. I think some are fun/funny and fully support anyone who wishes to partake in said traditions. Drinking and having those…

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My First Trail Run

I have signed up (unknowingly) for my first trail run. I say unknowingly because I thought it was just another 5K, then after I officially registered did I read the not-so fine print that it's a trail run!

I have signed up (unknowingly) for my first trail run. I say unknowingly because I thought it was just another 5K, then after I officially registered did I read the not-so fine print that it’s a trail run! I have to say I’m excited about it too. For the longest time I was wildly against trail running. Now, I am not a fan of trail running up and down mountains over many miles with little to know…

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Clearing Your Mind

One of the reasons why I love getting outside and moving is because it clears my mind. There are two activities that allow my mind to fully clear my thoughts and only focus on what is at hand. The first is running. I have mentioned this before but I am NOT a good runner. Terrible form, slow, short endurance and the list goes on, but, that doesn’t stop me from getting out there and pushing…

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Being Social, Creating Community and the Outdoors

I added a new section to Outdoors and Organized! I hope you enjoy and use the RESOURCES page to your advantage.

I want this site to be a place for people to come and learn about my journey with the outdoors, mental health and keeping organized! I have had my ups and downs physically and mentally, but overall I try hard to keep a positive outlook and stay active. Sometimes when you’re having those ‘low’ moments mustering up the energy or will to get out of bed is a monumental task. However, with proper…

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Nature Therapy

3 Reasons In Favor of Nature & Therapy

I wanted to just express how important and good therapy of any kind can be! I feel and hope that the stigma of therapy is falling to the wayside in this day an age. But for those out there that are still skeptical I hope to provide my top reasons/thoughts on why therapy is great for everyone. Therapy allows you to be able to express, unscramble and receive unbiased help. I love being able to…

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Social Anxiety

Lets talk about the stress, anxiety and pressure there is (or that I internally feel) to be ‘social’!  I am inherently shy and have no problem being alone, however, I do get lonely and like to be around people. I may not be the most extroverted, in fact I took a Meyers Briggs test and I got ISFJ-T, so big time introvert. An area that I have to really push myself when doing any kind of activity…

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Ways I Stay Safe When Adventuring!

Ways I Stay Safe When Adventuring!

One of the things that makes exploring the outdoors or traveling as a solo female is knowing I have a strong support system. It is also how I feel safe when I am away on my own. When I am heading to backpack, hike, camp, kayak etc. I always without fail share my location with my two best friends. I have written a blurb about each below. We have known each other since we were in Kindergarten.  I…

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Bad feet.

Okay, since this is a fairly new blog and I’m exploring topics to write about one that came to mind were my feet. Why? Well, to keep a long story, short(ish), I will explain.I love the outdoors, hiking, running, backpacking etc. However for over 12 years I have had major issues with my feet. I think it started when my Freshman year of college I fell when walking to class and broke my right foot.…

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