My hiking buddy and I used to crack jokes and be silly on the trail but now every hike feels like we're trying to prove something to each other or ourselves. We both got really into fitness tracking and gear optimization and somehow turned what used to be our escape into another competition.
More people experience this than they realize.
The pursuit of performance has displaced the pleasure that originally brought you together in the wilderness.
“Where Are You with Wilderness and adventure?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.