I have never in my life claimed to be an adventurer or outdoors lover – but one thing I know for sure, I do love nature. But more than that, appreciating nature makes me more motivated on my journey to sustainable living at the same time, connecting myself to it. I was able to just be the real me and connect with the version of myself that felt the most authentic and true. Being surrounded by the mountains has a powerful effect on something deeper. It’s as if being amidst something greater than ourselves, changes our perspective and insight on life and the things that really matter. Somehow without trying, you are able to confront your demons, re-evaluate your problems or your goals or your desires – you are able to widen your perspective and reflect on ‘the big picture’. It’s as if there is an energy source in those mountains that you can tap into and feed off of. Getting out there literally fuels you and rebalances you; you will notably feel more calm and happy, and less anxious. There was never a time that I left the mountains without feeling refreshed, happy and inspired – ready to take on anything that came my way. Spending time out in the mountains really takes things back to basics. There is no wifi – money doesn’t matter out in the woods or up on a mountain top. It’s just you and mother nature. And just like us in ungewohnt, CONNECTION TO NATURE MEANS EVERYTHING. CONNECTION TO NATURE MEANS BETTER SOUL.