
Where the transformative power of nature meets mindful exploration. Founded and hosted by Mike Martin, our podcast serves as a compass for those seeking personal growth, healing, and a deeper connection with the natural world. Mindful Trails podcast, walks you through the trails that follow the path to self-discovery often leads through the wilderness. Through carefully crafted episodes, we combine storytelling, guided practices, and wilderness meditation techniques to help our listeners navigate life’s challenging trails with greater awareness and purpose. Our journey began with a simple yet profound understanding: nature holds the key to unlocking our inner potential. Mike Martin, drawing from his extensive experience and personal transformation, shares authentic stories and practical wisdom that bridge the gap between modern living and natural healing. Each episode is thoughtfully designed to provide listeners with actionable tools and insights that can be applied to their daily lives. What sets us apart is our unique approach to personal development. We don’t just talk about nature’s healing power – we guide you through experiential practices that demonstrate it. From mindful hiking techniques to meditation in natural settings, our content empowers listeners to forge their own path toward wellness and self-discovery. Our community consists of individuals from all walks of life who share a common desire to rewrite their life stories through the lens of nature-connected mindfulness. Whether you’re dealing with stress, seeking personal growth, or simply looking to deepen your relationship with the natural world, our daily episodes provide the guidance and support you need. Join us on this transformative journey as we explore the intersection of mindfulness and nature. Through the Mindful Trails podcast, you’ll discover that the trails we walk aren’t just paths through the wilderness – they’re pathways to profound personal transformation.
Episodes

Saturday Aug 03, 2024
359. Meditative Fire keeping and Personal Growth
Saturday Aug 03, 2024
Saturday Aug 03, 2024
Mike discussed his daily practice of meditative firekeeping, emphasizing the importance of connecting with nature and oneself through this ritual. He highlighted the benefits of using Blackbeard Fire Starting Company's waterproof fire-making supplies, offering a special 10% discount to the listeners. Mike also underscored the significance of personal creativity and the role of fire in fostering growth and self-discovery. He encouraged the listeners to explore the art of fire making and its potential for personal transformation.

Friday Aug 02, 2024
358. The Wolf's Perseverance and Life Lessons
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
He highlighted that despite the wolf's smaller pack and the fear surrounding it, the wolf's perseverance and refusal to give up made it successful. Mike pointed out that the wolf's reputation was built on its unrelenting pursuit of life, despite many failures. He suggested that the consequences of losing add meaning to the story of the wolf, and by extension, to our own lives.
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Thursday Aug 01, 2024
357. Embracing Pain for Personal Growth
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Mike emphasized the importance of facing and learning from life's painful moments. While difficult, he argued that these experiences offer opportunities for personal growth and the discovery of new purposes or missions. Mike also highlighted the choice to either hide from pain or use it as a chance to build strength and move forward. He pointed out that everyone encounters pain, but it's up to each individual to decide how to respond.
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Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
356. What animal are you? (Campfire Session with Eric Gee)
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Eric Gee has been providing personality-based life coaching for over two decades. He established a thriving education business that employs his personality typing approach to enhance the lives of more than twenty thousand students, parents, and educators. As the founder of the Youtopia Project website and the Youtopia 16 assessment, he has spread his methodology to more than half a million users since the site's inception in 2016. His coaching system is utilized by corporations (such as Hulu and Disney), higher education institutions, and over forty school districts.
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Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
355. Sitting at the table
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024

Monday Jul 29, 2024
354. Search yourself
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Too frequently, we journey through life expecting others to provide solutions to its challenges, overlooking the fact that only we can discover the answers. Today's episode serves as a reminder of this truth.
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Sunday Jul 28, 2024
353. Managing goals (Campfire Sessions with Ingo Schulmeyer)
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
A few years ago, Ingo led a life many would deem successful. He had a well-paying job, a leadership role in the semiconductor industry, financial stability, a home, and the opportunity to travel the world. Yet, it wasn't entirely fulfilling. Eventually, he and his family chose to sell everything, leave their jobs, and embark on an adventure.
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Ingo Schulmeyer

Saturday Jul 27, 2024
352. All as one
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
The phrase "all my relatives" is more than just a collection of words. It signifies that as we interact with the world around us, we carry a prayer for hope.
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