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Ep 32 - Pulling Off Their First One Month Family Trip - Brooke + Nathan Schmoe

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In this episode:  Brooke and Nathan Schmoe share their journey of reclaiming life with their four kids through intentional adventures. Inspired by the Orton family's example, they embarked on the first of five road trips to create lasting memories. Despite obstacles like a car accident and health issues, they persevered and experienced the magic of their dream. Through coaching and accountability, they navigated challenges and found joy in the journey. They discuss the process of navigating time away from work and paying for the trip, plus the pay off's of how they created new connections with their kids and each other. Brooke says, "We gave ourselves permission to be great."  

TAKEAWAYS:  

  • Sharing your dreams and goals with others can create a network of support and opportunities.
  • Writing down your dreams and referring to them regularly helps keep them alive and guides your actions.  
  • Obstacles and setbacks can become reasons to pursue your dreams even more passionately. 
  • Creating intentional adventures with your family can strengthen relationships and create lasting memories.
  • Taking risks and pursuing adventures can strengthen family bonds and create lasting memories.  
  • Living intentionally and dreaming big can lead to a more fulfilling and purposeful life.  Creating traditions and making time for family experiences can have a profound impact on relationships.  

    • CHAPTERS:  (time stamps are approximate)

    00:00 Introduction and Inspiration 

    08:15 Setting the Dream in Motion 

    21:52 Coaching and Overcoming Obstacles 

    37:12 Embarking on the Epic Trip 

    41:27 Magical Moments and Personal Growth 

    42:51 Adventure in a Yosemite Water Slide  

    45:14 Becoming a Hero to Stella 

    49:18 Quitting (sort of) the Job to Make the Trip Happen 

    56:05 Living Intentionally and Dreaming Big 

    59:08 Future Adventures and Hopes

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    What Could Go Right?By Erik Orton + Emily Orton