Myth: You Have to Hike Alone to Heal

Petra

Ridge Raven

Freedom Seeker

Solo hikes get all the glory — but they’re not the only way to reconnect.

I love hiking alone. But I’ve also cried-laughed my way through muddy trails with a friend, shared silence with a stranger, and found healing in shared steps, not just solo ones.

The myth that healing must be a lonely journey keeps people stuck. The truth? You get to choose how you walk it.

Whether you’re side by side or solo, it’s the intention, not the isolation, that creates healing.

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Cheers,
Petra

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German by birth, living, hiking, and camping in the US. Addicted to Coffee. Enjoys going to concerts. Also, Artist + Author. I love to encourage you to explore beyond your backyard. 

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