What happens when you stop rushing and actually pay attention?

What if the constant need to stay busy is actually what’s holding you back?

In this episode, I sit down with Scott Horsley, an interpretive hiking guide, forest therapy practitioner, and meditation instructor, to explore what happens when you step out of the noise and slow things down.

We unpack the practice of forest bathing and what a guided experience really looks like, but more importantly, why so many of us struggle to be present in the first place. Scott shares how intentional time in nature can shift your state of mind, helping you move from distraction and overwhelm to clarity and awareness.

This conversation goes beyond the outdoors. It challenges the idea that more effort always leads to better outcomes, and instead explores how creating space, embracing stillness, and paying attention can lead to deeper insight, stronger self-awareness, and more meaningful change.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in constant motion or unsure how to slow down without feeling unproductive, this episode offers a different way to think about it.

Follow Scott:

Instagram - @scotie_h

Instagram - @amongthetreescanada

Website - www.amongthetreescanada.com

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What can the wilderness teach us about curiosity, leadership, and managing fear?

In this episode, I talk with Isobel Phoebus, wildlife ecologist, expedition science instructor, and president of Girls on Ice Canada. We explore her journey into ecology, her experiences on expeditions like Mount Logan, and the lessons learned from working with young scientists in extreme environments.

Isobel shares insights into team dynamics, risk management, and cultivating curiosity in challenging settings. We discuss how outdoor education transforms participants, how fear can be both a tool and a barrier, and the value of lifelong learning inspired by the natural world.

This is a reflective conversation about leadership, responsibility, and how venturing into the wild can expand perspective, confidence, and connection.

Follow Isobel:

Instagram - @isobelphoebus

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Contact Me: www.plantoendure.com

Instagram: @plan.to.endure

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What stories have been left out of climbing history?

In this episode, I sit down with Joanna Croston, director of the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival and author of a new book exploring the lives of pioneering women climbers.

We dive into the process of researching and writing these stories, uncovering the overlooked achievements of early female climbers, and the challenges of documenting a history that hasn’t always been fully told.

Joanna shares insights into the balance between well-known figures and lesser-known voices, the role of imagery and storytelling in shaping legacy, and how social media is influencing the way climbing stories are shared today.

This conversation explores themes of recognition, mentorship, access, and the evolution of climbing culture, highlighting the resilience and maverick spirit of women who pushed boundaries long before they were widely acknowledged.

It’s a thoughtful discussion about storytelling, legacy, and why the stories we choose to tell matter more than ever.

Follow Joanna:

Instagram - @2steep

Purchase the book - https://www.amazon.ca/Mountaineering-Women-Climbing-Through-History/dp/050002717X#:~:text=Mountaineering%20Women%20seeks%20to%20readdress,black%2Dand%2Dwhite%20photographs.

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Contact Me: www.plantoendure.com

Instagram: @plan.to.endure

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