Kathleen Neves - The Power of Solo Adventures, Overcoming Fear, and Finding Freedom

In this episode, Jen and Dyana chat with Kathleen Neves, a self-proclaimed food-motivated hiker, solo backpacker, and backpacking coach for women. The episode centers on embracing solo adventures and using the journey to elevate life off the trail. They discuss Kathleen's experience on the Pacific Crest Trail, the importance of mental preparedness, and the common fears many women face when venturing into the wilderness alone. The conversation highlights the power of self-talk, adaptability, and embracing adventure despite any obstacles. Through her online program, The Confident Solo Female Backpacker System, Kathleen helps women feel comfortable and confident exploring the backcountry on their own.

Kathleen's Website - www.The-Hungry-Hiker.com

YouTube Channel - The Hungry Hiker

Instagram - @_TheHungryHiker

The Confident Solo Female Backpacker System

The article mentioned in the episode: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Going Backpacking Alone

NOTEABLE TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro

4:54 Welcome, Kathleen Neves!

8:36 Kathleen's first solo backpacking trip & lessons learned

13:57 Common fears among women hikers

18:52 Mental hurdles and the importance of self-talk

25:38 Irrational fears and overthinking

28:14 Solo traveling translating into home life

32:37 The takeaways for solo backpacking

35:49 Day hiking preparedness

41:16 Common mistakes made in the backcountry & finding comfort

48:23 The birth of the Hungry Hiker

52:28 Empowering women in the outdoors

57:18 Upcoming trek in Nepal

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 4:54 Welcome, Kathleen Neves!
• 8:36 Kathleen's first solo backpacking trip & lessons learned
• 13:57 Common fears among women hikers
• 18:52 Mental hurdles and the importance of self-talk
• 25:38 Irrational fears and overthinking
• 28:14 Solo traveling translating into home life
• 32:37 The takeaways for solo backpacking
• 35:49 Day hiking preparedness
• 41:16 Common mistakes made in the backcountry & finding comfort
• 48:23 The birth of the Hungry Hiker
• 52:28 Empowering women in the outdoors
• 57:18 Upcoming trek in Nepal