This month is Black Friday...Everyday these days, that's how desperate our lives have got. —an everyday event that epitomises consumerism at its most chaotic. It’s a frenzy of queues, BS and stress. It thrives on scarcity, ignites urgency, and often leaves us with things we didn’t really need. And yet, here we are, as a … Continue reading Black Friday: A Reflection on Values, Purpose, and the Need for Change
240 accounts. Countless special characters. The eternal question: "Was it my dog’s name plus the year of my birth, or the other way around?" 🐕🔒 Managing passwords has become the Hunger Games of adulthood. We’re trapped between making them "unhackable" and making them "memorable." The average internet user has 240 accounts. No wonder we’re exhausted. … Continue reading 🚨 Password Fatigue: The Modern Epidemic We All Suffer From 🚨
This month has been a whirlwind of activity, milestones, and inspiring connections that underscore the transformative power of adventure and the outdoors. 🏕️ I was honoured to be invited as an Ambassador for Adventure Mind, an incredible initiative led by Belinda Kirk. Adventure Mind brings together outdoor professionals, academics, and therapists researching the positive impact … Continue reading 🌟 A Busy Month of Adventure and Progress! 🌟
At Stoic Pilgrim Adventures, we know that the key to high-performing teams lies in a unique blend of self-awareness, collaboration, and resilience. That’s why we’ve crafted The Dynamic Teaming Journey—a series of immersive, outdoor-based "walkshops" designed to elevate team performance, strengthen connections, and empower leaders to thrive in any environment. Through these transformative sessions, your … Continue reading 🌿 The Dynamic Teaming Journey: Build Resilient, Purpose-Driven Teams through Adventure-Based Learning 🌿
In a world where stress is at an all-time high, teams are struggling to connect, and leaders are navigating constant change, traditional training methods usually falls short. And it's boring. That’s where Adventure-Based Learning Experiences (ABLE to Enable) come in—a powerful, experiential approach that strengthens resilience, fosters collaboration, and inspires bold leadership. 🔑 But what … Continue reading 🌲 Dynamic Teams, Bold Leaders: Why Adventure-Based Learning Experiences are the Future 🌟
Why settle for training that disconnects when you can embrace a bold new way to learn and grow? Let’s make learning an adventure—one that builds wellbeing, resilience, and bold leadership. At the heart of this approach is my Mission Power Planning framework: ✅ Alignment to your goals and values. ✅ Better decision-making under pressure. ✅ … Continue reading 🌿 DNA: Designed by Nature for Adventure 🌿
What do hunter-gatherers, Steve Jobs, and Special Forces have in common? Political equality – everyone has an equal say in what’s going on. Hunter-gatherer bands are famously egalitarian, using satire to keep hunters (think today’s entrepreneurs) grounded. If that doesn’t work, they have stones and spears to reinforce the norm. Steve Jobs took a page … Continue reading Team Equality Anyone?
“‘Don’t fight the existing system; build a new one that makes the old one obsolete.’ - Buckminster Fuller In today’s world, where capitalism often fuels an entrenched oligarchic structure, Fuller’s advice rings true. History—and thinkers like Aristotle—have shown that systems built on unchecked greed and concentrated power often self-destruct. We’re now facing stark choices in … Continue reading But there’s hope. 🌱
Even the best leaders can fall into patterns that limit their potential, usually without realising it. These blind spots—unseen or unaddressed habits—can undermine not only leadership but also personal resilience and team wellbeing. Here’s a look at ten common leadership blind spots: 🔸 Approval Addiction – Relying on constant validation can lead to indecision and … Continue reading Leadership Blind Spots: Ten Common Traps That Impact Your Effectiveness as a Leader 🧭
As we gather to honor the bravery and sacrifices of those who have served, it's crucial to remember that true respect for our soldiers means also striving for peace. In the Lakota tradition, the warrior—the akicita—is more than a fighter; they are a protector of the tribe, land, and culture. Their role honors peace and … Continue reading 🌹 The Warrior Spirit Protects Peace, Not Profits. 🌹
