As the year comes to a close, I invite you to join me for a heartfelt reflection on a year filled with personal growth, change, and adventure. In this episode, I take you through the final leg of my transformative 33-day road trip. A journey that stretched across breathtaking national parks, reconnected me with my military upbringing and reminded me of the profound beauty of human connection.

I’ll share stories from the Grand Teton and Yellowstone, encountering wildlife and marveling at nature’s majesty, as well as revisiting my roots at Ellsworth Air Force Base after nearly 50 years. These experiences gave me new perspectives on my past, my relationship with my father, and the ways nature grounds me spiritually.

This episode also dives into the lessons I’ve learned from embracing conversations with strangers and how this trip has reshaped my view of life, community, and even home. Along the way, I’ll reflect on how longer vacations offer opportunities to disconnect to reconnect with what truly matters, providing the clarity and perspective needed to embrace life more fully.

If you’re seeking inspiration for your own journey, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, or just need a moment to reflect on the beauty of life’s twists and turns, this episode is for you.

Let’s wake up and pay attention together.

Mark

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Email: mark@coachmark.com

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Nature has this incredible way of reflecting back on what we need to see if we’re willing to slow down and listen.

In this episode, I take you with me on a leg of my 33-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite National Parks. But this isn't just a travel story—it's about what these towering trees, sweeping vistas, and quiet moments taught me about presence, intuition, and finding balance in life.

You'll hear about my connection to El Capitan (or “the Chief”) and how it helped me reflect on my own journey and connect to something bigger. We’ll talk about why slowing down, embracing spontaneity, and showing up fully are so important—not just on the trail, but in our everyday lives. I’ll also take you through some meaningful conversations with fellow travelers and how they reminded me of the power of connection and curiosity.

I believe life is always teaching us—if we’re willing to pay attention. Whether you’re navigating your own transitions, looking for clarity, or just need a reminder to slow down and trust your intuition, this episode is for you.

Let’s wake up and pay attention together.

Mark

Let’s connect:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markrobertsonpcc

Email: mark@coachmark.com

Website: www.coachmark.com

Taking a break from our usual routines can really open our eyes to new ways of seeing and doing things.

In this episode, I dive deep into the lessons I learned from my recent 33-day sabbatical journey, specifically how our understanding of ourselves influences our daily decisions and experiences.

Throughout this road trip, I embraced the role of the observer, making decisions based on my current understanding and needs, and allowing each new experience to shape me into a different observer by the day's end.

We often don't realize how our perceptions shape our reality, and on this trip, I lived how freeing it can be to not overcommit and to manage my expectations. This allowed me to truly relax and immerse myself in the experience, adjusting on the fly, which brought a profound sense of peace and enjoyment.

Whether you're someone who meticulously plans every detail or you thrive on spontaneity, this episode will offer insights into how your role as an observer affects your life and how you can become more adaptable and fulfilled.

So let's unpack these ideas together—how we perceive, react, and ultimately live our lives based on the continuous learning about ourselves. Join me as I share not just the sights and sounds of my adventure, but the transformative lessons about living more authentically.

Grab your headphones, and let's get into it.

- Mark

Let’s connect:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markrobertsonpcc

Email: mark@coachmark.com

Website: www.coachmark.com