Thanks for sharing Chris. I have followed you for a decade, since the indefinitely wild blog and Cotopaxi days. I am sorry that you were expirencing avoidant detachment and that now you think of yourself as on the run for those years that you were traveling the world, climbing, trekking, kayaking, etc. From my perspective I really enjoyed following you, and seeing how much fun you were having outdoors. During this time in my life I was in graduate school pursuing my PhD, griding away at work. You gave me an outlet of inspiration and entertainment when things got difficult. I really appreciated it, thank you. Year later, I am able to balance work, family, and my love of trail running and the outdoors. I hope you can also look back on those memories fondly and know you actually made a difference in peoples lives by sharing, and that those experiences mattered.
I appreciate you being here, for your consistency, and support throughout the years. So glad to hear that the things I did and stories I wrote had a positive impact and helped to see you through some difficult times.
As the Batman saying goes, "It's not who I am underneath, but what I do that defines me." I think that this is a perfect example.
For me, it has been important to unpack the motive for all that I did, so that I can have a healthier relationship with myself and with others—but also more grounded motives for the efforts that I commit my energy to.
I still love the mountains and my time outside, but now it doesn't define my identity, and I think that's the most important takeaway for me 🙏🏼
Thanks for sharing Chris. I have followed you for a decade, since the indefinitely wild blog and Cotopaxi days. I am sorry that you were expirencing avoidant detachment and that now you think of yourself as on the run for those years that you were traveling the world, climbing, trekking, kayaking, etc. From my perspective I really enjoyed following you, and seeing how much fun you were having outdoors. During this time in my life I was in graduate school pursuing my PhD, griding away at work. You gave me an outlet of inspiration and entertainment when things got difficult. I really appreciated it, thank you. Year later, I am able to balance work, family, and my love of trail running and the outdoors. I hope you can also look back on those memories fondly and know you actually made a difference in peoples lives by sharing, and that those experiences mattered.
Hi Kyle,
I appreciate you being here, for your consistency, and support throughout the years. So glad to hear that the things I did and stories I wrote had a positive impact and helped to see you through some difficult times.
As the Batman saying goes, "It's not who I am underneath, but what I do that defines me." I think that this is a perfect example.
For me, it has been important to unpack the motive for all that I did, so that I can have a healthier relationship with myself and with others—but also more grounded motives for the efforts that I commit my energy to.
I still love the mountains and my time outside, but now it doesn't define my identity, and I think that's the most important takeaway for me 🙏🏼
‘A bowstring pulled too taut will snap. Too loose and it will not fire.’
Thanks for sharing. Keep at it my brother!