Overcoming Hurdles; Persevering with humility & tenacity
“The greatest glory in living lies not in never failing, but in rising every time we fail.” Nelson Mandela It’s not always roses and sunshine, but to anyone who has a dream that rests passionately in your heart, my whole hearted advice is “FOLLOW IT.” With one shot at life as we know it, …
Breaking Fear; Real, Raw & Messy
“Everything you want is on the other side of Fear” ~Jack Canfield Fear’s the only obstacle that gets in the way of doing what we love. It’s what holds us back from living the lives we are meant to live filled with the things we are meant to be doing. When we know this, why …
Mountain Biking the Sacred Valley of Peru; A Photo Story…
There are those moments in your life where time fades away and you remain blissfully in a state of ‘flow & ease’ while being completely engulfed in the present moment; happy & content with no desire to be anywhere else. Moments filled with freedom, lightness, and a heightened sense of awareness that allows one to take in every precious second; the newness, the …
The Magic of Indigenous Zapotec Villages; Lachatao, Oaxaca
There are experiences in life that touch your heart in an unspeakable way and leave an unforgettable imprint on your heart & soul that subtly changes you; I have recently been blessed to have one of these much needed & desired experiences. “We travel because distance and difference are the secret tonic of creativity. When we …
The heart and soul behind Womens Radical Pursuits…
Womens Radical Pursuits was created a year short of my 40th birthday when the big questions started to surface in my mind questioning my purpose here on this planet, my true passions, and what I really want to be doing to make a living and how to enjoy every day of my life; from sunrise …
Top 10 reasons to work with a Life Coach
“Each person holds so much power within themselves that needs to be let out. Sometimes they just need a little nudge, a little direction, a little support, a little coaching, and the greatest things can happen.” Pete Carrol No matter how you look at it, life can be challenging sometimes. We are in a constant state …
DGO Magazine
Thanks to Cyle Talley for getting my story out there… “This is what I want to share with other Women.” Amy Schweim, on finding the motivation and vision to start her own eco-toursim buisness. Amy Schweim has a deep tan, an electric smile, arms that Michelle Obama would feel threatened by, and the scratches and …
Women on Bikes
There is such a different dynamic when women unite; especially in the outdoors recreating and participating in extreme sports. By nature, these activities push our limits and challenge the strength of the mind and body and often find ourselves in a vulnerable head space when grunting up the mountain via single track on a mountain bike. When …
Mid-life Awakening
With a few five months shy of 40, I find myself going through a shifting series of inner and outer changes. Most of which I welcome with grace, ease, and excitement. I feel such gratitude for the gift of life and reaching the mid-way point to feel a new sense of aliveness that occurs once …
Letting Go Of Perfectionism
This one goes to every woman who has ever struggled with her self-worth, her body, or her potential. My greatest wish for all you women is that you are able to create the ability to cultivate a healthy body and a nourishing mental outlook, and to discover your value and worth, as well as the immense …