Being unavailable isn’t something that is rude or makes you a recluse. We used to think being reachable 24/7 was just part of running a business. But truthfully? It nearly wrecked our peace. We realized we were burned out somewhere between the never-ending notifications and guilt-ridden response times. Now, we’ve flipped the script, and being unavailable has never felt more freeing.

We’re sharing how we set boundaries for being unavailable, while maintaining a business, relationships, and our mental health.

🔗 Links + Resources:

• Full Show Notes (Including Our Free Downloadable “Being Unavailable" Templates for Auto-Replies): https://arneradventures.com/being-unavailable

💬 Let’s keep the convo going: Tag us @arneradventures on Instagram if you have more to say or questions via this topic!

In this episode, we’re sharing our experience at the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) in Bryson City, NC, where we spent a few days hiking, rafting, cozying up in the rain, and finding that perfect mix of stillness and adventure.

We stayed in a treetop bungalow at The Hemlocks at NOC, explored a small portion of the Appalachian Trail, got soaked on a ducky trip, skipped mountain biking in favor of rest, and left with full hearts and sore legs.

Whether you’re looking for your next getaway or just need a reminder to slow down and breathe, we’ve got you.

🔗 Links + Resources:

• Book your stay at The Hemlocks at NOC: https://bit.ly/43aXrAN (affiliate UTM link)

• Our Get Outdoors Challenge: https://arneradventures.com/get-outdoors/

• View more of The Hemlocks and the NOC on our IG highlight.

• Related blog post: https://arneradventures.com/the-hemlocks-at-nantahala/

💬 Let’s keep the convo going:Tag us @arneradventures on Instagram if you’re planning your own adventure—or share your favorite way to get outdoors and reset.

Cardboard furniture might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about life-changing innovations. Trust us, it should be.

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Gianakos, the Executive Director of Made4Me, a nonprofit that builds custom, adaptive furniture for people with disabilities. 

Their work completely reframed how we think about reuse, accessibility, and intentional design, and we know it will make do the same for you.

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE. 

Forgiveness is one of those things that sounds simple, but knowing how to forgive is difficult when you’re in the thick of hurt or betrayal.

“Letting it go” feels impossible. We get it—because we’ve been there too. That’s why we brought Dara McKinley on the podcast. Dara has created a unique, step-by-step process that teaches people how to forgive practically and deeply personally.

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.

Every season is temporary. You may not believe it, but it’s true. We’ve been through our fair share of seasons—some light and full of laughter, others heavy and hard to explain.

And one thing we’ve learned, sometimes the hard way, is this: every season is temporary. We're discussing how we maneuver through each season, living like they are all temporary- because they are.

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE. 

When you are told to trust your intuition, what exactly does that mean?

There’s a phrase I’ve (Shannon) said more times than I can count: “I should’ve gone with my gut.” And almost every time I don’t listen to it, I regret it. You’d think I’d learn by now, right?

The truth is that trusting your intuition isn’t always easy. It’s quiet. It doesn’t beg for attention. It nudges. There is a whisper. Sometimes it nags. That's what we are talking about this week: going with your gut and how to listen to it.

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE. 

Back when we ran our own business, we were all in—like, no boundaries, no weekends, no off-switch kind of all in. The type of work that doesn’t just demand your time but your identity. We wore “busy” like a badge of honor.

Eventually, we hit a point where something had to give. We were burned out, disconnected, and exhausted—not just physically but mentally and emotionally.

That’s when we started asking ourselves if we had been chasing the wrong version of success all along. We're talking about how we redefined success to live our lives to the fullest!

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.

Let's be honest. Life is a lot. Between work, relationships, responsibilities, and just being a person in the world, it’s easy to feel like everything is swirling at once. We’ve been there.

We’re sharing the systems, boundaries, and gentle routines that help us calm the chaos.

These tips also help to bring more intention into our days—without needing to overhaul our lives or become productivity robots.

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.

If you spend even five minutes on TikTok, you’ve probably seen the phrase “how to romanticize your life.”

It’s usually paired with slow-motion clips of someone sipping matcha in a sun-drenched kitchen. They are probably reading a vintage book on a train in Paris. But let’s be real—not all of us are waking up in linen sheets in Provence.

We’re getting into how we make everyday life feel just a little more special—on a very realistic, cozy, minimalist budget.

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.

Saying “no” is an essential skill that plays a significant role in our personal and professional lives. It is crucial because it allows us to establish boundaries, prioritize our well-being, and maintain control over our time and energy. By saying “no” when necessary, we can avoid overcommitment, burnout, and resentment towards others and ourselves.

The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.