In this episode, we’re continuing the Summer Stories series — a seasonal peek behind the scenes of how I create home, even while on the road. Today’s story takes us to the Maritimes and the top of Mount Carlton, the highest peak in Eastern Canada, where a family hike turned into a powerful metaphor for change, challenge, and choosing the less-traveled path.

It wasn’t the most obvious route — in fact, we questioned if we were even going the right way. But what looked unclear ended up being the exact path we needed.

This episode is for you if you’ve ever:

• Faced a fork in the road and didn’t know which way to go

• Tried to make a change in your life, but the new way felt uncertain

• Needed encouragement to stay the course when it felt like you were going “the long way around”

• Wanted a reminder that the less-worn path might still be the right one
  

We’ll explore:

• The unexpected lessons from a rainy, rocky family hike up Mount Carlton

• Why we didn’t take the obvious route — and what happened when we followed the signs instead

• How this experience mirrors mindset work, brain plasticity, and personal growth

• What it means to trust the direction you're going, even when the path isn’t clear

• How to find your own signs, maps, and inner compass to guide your next steps
  

Whether you’re navigating change, trying something new, or just walking through a season of life that feels a little unfamiliar, this story is here to remind you: the clear path isn’t always the best path — and you don’t have to take the shortcut to make it to the top.

Let’s celebrate the long way around, the steady steps, and the strength we build along the way. You’re doing better than you think, my friend.

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