The Morning Dig Hosted by Chris Williams
What if five minutes could shift the way you show up for the entire week?
I launched The Morning Dig in 2023 as my first podcast. I wanted to create a space where I could share quick, meaningful thoughts to help you reset, refocus, and keep digging in, especially when life feels heavy or unclear.
Every Monday, I release a short episode centered on leadership, mindset, and personal growth. Some are less than five minutes, some are a little longer, but each one is rooted in real experience and built to help you move into your week with clarity and intention.
This podcast was born out of my own journey through burnout, realignment, and learning how to lead without losing myself. I’m not here to give you all the answers. I’m here to share what I’ve lived, what I’ve learned, and what I’m still working through.
If you’re building something meaningful and trying to stay aligned with what matters, you’re in the right place.
Start your week with purpose, not pressure.
The Morning Dig Hosted by Chris Williams
The Truth About Resilience: Lessons From the Trail.
How Do You Handle Life’s Unexpected Detours?
Welcome to the 7th episode of The Morning Dig Podcast!
Today’s story is about a hike that turned into a powerful life lesson—a reminder that sometimes, the things we want the most are waiting for us on the other side of a challenging climb.
Picture this: a group of friends on a six-mile trek through the Arizona mountains, pushing through steep switchbacks and grueling elevation changes. For me, the journey wasn’t just physical—it was a mental challenge, too. Battling balance issues from a long recovery taught me when to push forward and when to stop. But just when we thought the hard part was over, life threw another curveball.
The trail didn’t end where we expected. Instead, we found ourselves in someone’s backyard, staring at the mountain we thought we’d conquered. The only way forward? A second climb, even tougher than the first.
This hike mirrored life perfectly. When you think you’ve reached the summit of your goals—whether in a project, career, or personal growth—life asks, “How badly do you really want it?” The path forward often demands another round of effort, grit, and resilience.
In this episode, I share why the best things in life often lie beyond those moments of doubt, exhaustion, and discomfort. From the hike to my journey as a speaker and author, this lesson continues to shape how I approach every challenge: with determination, focus, and a willingness to keep climbing.
00:00 Intro
00:10 Hiking Experience and Life Lessons
If you’re curious about how to face those unexpected “second mountains” in your life, tune in to this episode. We’ll explore why those moments of struggle hold the greatest potential for growth and success.
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