“This episode was refreshing! I had to leave a backpacking group/trip after the first day because my body just couldn’t do the EG and miles required even though I had trained. I have a neuromuscular disease that affects the nerves and muscles. The front of my thighs just couldn’t go as long and fast as the others. I was left behind by all but one person. I didn’t get to bond with anyone, no one followed up with me after leaving the trail the next day . Failure was real, not finishing was real, being left out was real. It took me weeks to overcome this and I still get frustrated and mad because I can’t do as much as others. But, I press on and will do what I can. I’ve hiked since, but not camped other than for first aide training. Thanks again.”
Julie Bar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22