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Things You (Probably) Don’t Know About Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is truly astounding, and an important part of our planet’s natural landscape. Located in Tanzania, it is Africa’s tallest mountain, measuring at about 5,895 metres tall. Because it is the tallest mountain in Africa, it earns its place as the fourth tallest of the world’s seven summits, a group made of the tallest mountains on each continent. Although fourth tallest in this group, it is actually the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, as it is not part of a mountain range. However, don’t let all these impressive statistics intimidate you; Kilimanjaro is considered the easiest of the seven summits to climb as it requires no equipment or technical skills.

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6 Tips to Keep You Going in Winter

In today’s busy world, spending time outdoors is essential for our mental health and building connections. However, in the darker days of Winter, it tends to become easy to spend less time outside and find excuses to neglect this vital time. We need to flip the narrative! Winter presents a unique opportunity to embrace the outdoors. Hiking is an excellent way to warm up and enjoy the winter season, without worrying about dehydration, getting burnt, snakes, or being booked up with work social events. Here are six tips to ensure you have a fantastic hiking experience in the rain and winter.

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Are You Teaching Your Kids These Negative Traits?

We’ve all heard the saying “actions speak louder than words,” but how often do we stop and really think about what our actions are saying to those around us, especially to our children? So often we get caught up saying things on auto-pilot, whether it’s to ourselves or others, without a thought of how our kids learn from what we say and reflect it in the way they talk to themselves and others. I started thinking about this concept the other day from a very unexpected place: a Facebook post about Taylor Swift. Whether you’re a fan or not, I can guarantee that you’ll find some food for thought in this blog regarding the things we can unknowingly pass onto our kids.

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When Was The Last Time You Asked For Help?

Have you heard the quote, “do something uncomfortable every day”? It’s one of my favourites, but when you try to do something hard, new, or uncomfortable everyday, you’re going to have to ask for help every now and then – and this can be uncomfortable in itself for many people! If you’re anything like me, you might be wonderful at giving help, but terrible at asking for it. It can feel like admitting defeat or burdening others with our problems. But it’s something I am working on, both asking for help and remembering that helping others feels good. Here’s what I’ve learnt in that process.

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The Positive Butterfly Effect of Adventure

Many people ask what adventure is good for, and we usually immediately think about the personal benefits of nature and adventure, and how it can improve our physical health, refresh our minds, and help us create new and exciting connections with others. But the positive effects of nature ripple out further than that, with adventurers supporting small businesses and individuals both locally and across the whole world! So let us walk you through (pardon the pun) exactly how adventure can be both fun and impactful.

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Julie’s Journey

We’re back with another community story! This week, we’re hearing from the wonderfully delightful Julie Ewing, who I think should be an inspiration to us all in her ability to put her fears aside and give things a go. Although she’s only been adventuring with TSA for a little over a year, she quickly became beloved by our guides and staff for her infectious personality and iconic Facebook Community posts. So have a read to hear about her journey!

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The Unknown Secret to Being More Productive

Have you ever thought about how different you feel when you’re in nature, compared to when you’re at work in an office – or whatever type of space is relevant to you? As someone who is most familiar with an office, I know it can sometimes feel stifling, closed in, and uninspiring. I reckon this can affect my work more than I realise. But when I’m out in nature, the sun’s shining, birds are chirping, I feel like a million bucks! But did you know that beyond the sheer joy of outdoor escapades, there’s some serious science behind how nature and adventure can supercharge your productivity? Keep reading to learn about the positive psychology concept of Flow, and how getting outdoors can get you in the zone like never before!

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Why Spontaneity Isn’t Always the Best Approach to Adventure

Are you more of a last-minute adventurer or do you need a long-term plan to fit in all your adventures? I speak to all kinds of people and there’s a massive range out there, from those who need to know about a short hike weeks in advance, to people who book a weekend of adventure on a Thursday! Whether you want your next hiking adventure to last a few hours, a few days, or even a few weeks, you may want to start thinking about planning your next hiking adventure in advance. Here’s why…

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Hiking Hydration Questions, Answered

We’re all probably guilty of either under or over-packing water on a hike, even if we don’t realise it. It can be tricky to figure out. How much should I be drinking? How much can I carry? Does the weather affect this? Does the type of hiking affect this? Not enough water and you end up feeling dry-mouthed and possibly dizzy, too much water and your pack could become super heavy and the toilet breaks could become endless! Have a read to find the answers to these questions and get some more great tips on staying hydrated.

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Thoughts around International Women’s Day

With International Women’s Day coming up, it’s made me reflect on my experience as a woman who owns her own business, has a family, and supports many other women through adventure. I just wanted to share some of the thoughts I’ve had recently in my own private time, or in chats I’ve had with people around me. Hopefully, you can take away a little nugget of wisdom or inspiration for some March Motivation, or just have something interesting to reflect on for yourself.

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Balancing Work and Play in Your Life

In our fast-paced world that loves glamorising the ‘hustle’ or the ‘grind’ of working 24/7, finding a balance between work and play can feel like an impossible or unsustainable dream. But it’s actually the constant working that is the unsustainable option. Achieving an equilibrium of both work and play in our lives is crucial for our wellbeing and overall satisfaction in life – and it’s not impossible!

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Fall in Love with Adventure

We may not realise it, or maybe we just don’t like to think about it, but our world likes to focus on always striving for more power, money, and validation from others. One of the concepts that gets lost amongst all this noise is the concept of self-love; it often takes a backseat to seeking external love. Many of us find ourselves trapped in a cycle of wanting approval, constantly comparing ourselves to unattainable and unrealistic standards, and neglecting the most crucial relationship there is in our lives – the one with ourselves.

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