Ewoldsen Trail, Big Sur
There’s beauty in returning to places that honor our younger selves.
I last visited Ewoldsen trail in Oct 2016, during a time when I felt stuck and unhappy. Exploring this place solo allowed me to feel brave and curious, two elements that created a cocktail of bigger dreams. I used photos from that hike when building my website. This trail encompasses what’s required when confronting change- winding through the mist, crossing streams, and climbing…only to be rewarded with a jaw-dropping panoramic view that makes everything worth it.
Discontent is a quiet nudge. The first step was accepting how dissatisfied I was. The second was allowing myself the space and permission to dream bigger. Coming back here was a love letter to my younger self. She was uncertain and terrified to leave her comfort zone, but stepping away enabled new doors to open.
I hope this year we continually grow and explore. That we take that small but brave action for our future selves. That we believe in what’s possible. And never quit before the miracle.