A Conscious Hike
Under The Sun A Conscious Hike By Quandi Jackson Disclaimer: I do not write these passages to make you think the way I think or know in my truth. I write to encourage you to think and to help you develop a truth that influences you to live your best life. This morning I completed a strenuous hike for the first time with a friend, who was pretty experienced on this particular California trail. As I inclined my way through the opened mountains and trees, which lined the pathway, I heard the rowdy thoughts in my head: “You know you can just turn around and go back.” The burning in my legs agreed. I stopped, focused on my breathing, and looked through the trees at the beautiful scenery just over the mountains. I knew my will to move forward and the reward of seeing the beautiful scenery from the very top would make this experience worthwhile, so I kept going. “Ok, self, there’s no giving up. We don’t do that. There’s only one option and that’s to finish. So, let’s...