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Hike, Journal, Meditate: Kenya & Michelle Jackson-Saulters

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A little mindfulness goes a long way. Meet Kenya and Michelle Jackson-Saulters, founders of Outdoor Journal Tour and WE Hike to Heal.

We have a lot on our minds - we often put our own needs on the backburner. Kenya and Michelle believe that self-care can look like a walk in the woods and that the effect can be multiplied with journaling and meditating. They're on a mission to help women all over the world reclaim their bodies, minds, and communities through their special guided hikes and mindfulness lessons.

Women featured in this episode: Kenya Jackson and Michelle Jackson-Saulters

Hosted by Gale Straub

In this episode you'll hear:

  • How meditation can amplify the positive effects of your experiences in nature
  • What 'grounding' is and why it's important
  • About the origin of Outdoor Journal Tour (ODJT)
  • The positive benefits of hiking, journaling, and meditating
  • About Michelle's first solo hike in Georgia
  • How ODJT cultivates a welcoming and non-intimidating environment on their group hikes
  • Why ODJT gears their work towards women
  • About the Journal of Mindful Movement
  • Why Kenya included a 'body apology' in the journal
  • How when we think about health, we should include mental as well as physical health
  • About WE Hike to Heal and the March initiative culminating in group hikes around North America on March 30th
  • Why embracing healing doesn't mean there's something wrong with us

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      Resources

      • Outdoor Journal Tour: Website & Instagram
      • WE Hike to Heal: Website
      • Sign up for a hike March 30th
      • Register to lead a #WEhiketoheal hike! Here's the form
      • Kenya Jackson-Saulters: Website & Instagram
      • Michelle Jackson-Saulters: Instagram
      • UN/ROOTED podcast: Website & Instagram
      • Mirna Valerio: Instagram & SE Podcast Episode

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        Music is by Jason Shaw, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

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