by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
Let’s talk about “creature comforts.” These are a few photos from our trip this past weekend to Chewing Gum Lake in Emigrant Wilderness, Stanislaus National Forest. Jason and I refer to creature comforts on backpacking adventures as the things we...
by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
Join Me For A Moment In Nature… Stop what you’re doing and take a deep breath and exhale. Join me in this 4 x 4 exercise: * Take a deep breath in and hold for 4 seconds… * Exhale and release for 4 seconds… * Repeat if desired. Enjoy. link:...
by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
I’ve been thinking on this subject a lot lately: live well, age well, and die well. I liken it to taking care of my truck – I get the regular oil changes and other maintenance for it as needed. Similarly, I make sure my phone and computer are up-to-date...
by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
In a conversation with a new connection on LinkedIn, the person asked me “What is one of my favorite things about what I do?” First, I thought this was a great question. Next, my response: The most enjoyable thing for me is the moment my client realizes...
by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
Seriously… Take A Hike! It’s good for the mind, body, and soul. Mind: disconnecting from the day-to-day and technology, etc., allows better focus, attention, and connection with self, others, etc. Body: hiking provides a whole host of physical benefits...
by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
Have Compassion With Everything. This has been heavily on my heart the past few days… while we really, truly have no idea what is going on in other people’s lives, I believe it’s always a good policy to lean in with compassion and kindness. I also...
by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
Sharing a little gem from my recently started indoor seeds… a tiny sprout has started. This sprout represents a glimmer of hope. This sprout is an acknowledgment of faith. This sprout is an understanding of trust in the process.
by Dortha Hise | Sep 26, 2023 | Business
Be Real. Be Open. Be Honest. I have started this post, deleted it, started over… deleted again, and here I am again. Someone recently shared with me that I had so many layers they didn’t realize I had. And that got me thinking of all the things I’ve...
by Dortha Hise | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
One lesson I have learned along the way is to revisit the places that ignite my soul on fire. Recently, we planned to revisit Winnemucca Lake and Round Top Lake. Why? The hike is extraordinary, wildflowers are still blooming and I’m all for revisiting places...
by Dortha Hise | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
If you’re constantly sending things out, posting on your social channels, regularly posting on your blog, etc., maybe you’ve had the feeling like I have, like, “What is the point?” And then you get that ONE message that shifts the tide…...
by Dortha Hise | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
I was recently chatting about the idea of finding adventure in every day… and this is a philosophy I share with my clients, my friends, and family… and it truly is one of my guiding principles. Here’s a little bit of how adventure looked for us this...
by Dortha Hise | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
Over the years, I have found this to be true: when I’m struggling with difficult emotions is when self-care is the most important. After dealing with several things this weekend, Jason and I got massages/ reflexology yesterday and it was so necessary....
by Dortha Hise | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
Fun Fact: I wear my heart on my sleeve. What does that mean? I had to look it up myself for clarity… haha… and according to Collins Dictionary, it means: “you openly show your feelings or emotions rather than keeping them hidden.” Yeah,...
by Dortha Hise | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
In the ongoing evolution of up-leveling and showing up in the world more authentically, and in my gifts, I was thinking about things “I’m for” and started a list… Here are some things I’m for… I anticipate this list to grow and...
by Dortha Hise | Aug 31, 2023 | Business
Pats the seat next to me…Alright friends, are you ready for a story? In January and February of this year, I locked in several backpacking permits… something for which I was quite proud of myself. Planning for some of the areas we travel in requires 6...
