Angela's life has been shaped by extraordinary resilience and a deep commitment to caregiving. Her strength was forged early, as she cared for her older brother and supported her family. She carried this determination into her career, rising from a clerical position to railway management, then volunteering in Iraq to rebuild infrastructure after the war. Despite the danger, she persevered for two years. Angela's personal journey was filled with both love and hardship. She married her husba...

Nick found himself struggling to reconcile his personal identity and life expectations as he navigated a future shaped by disparate influences from his parents and societal expectations. Pursuing an unfulfilling career in the city broker and witnessing his wife's grief as she lost her mother led to a significant crossroads and awakening for Nick. After exploring works of philosophy and self-help, Nick undertook a profound self-analysis and decided to leave his job and take nine months off t...

Gee met her partner Paul through the dating app Bumble. She found out she was pregnant within a few months, and whilst most people were pleased, her father's reaction wasn't what she expected. We discuss hormones, breastfeeding, full-moon babies, birthing plans, how to pick a midwife, right through to travelling with a newborn and trying to maintain a sense of self. Gee had just moved back from five years in Uganda and found herself locked down in the UK in 2021. She bought a house in the N...

"I am a bit different and a lot of people think they should be ashamed by that. Once you understand uniqueness, embrace it, and if someone doesn't like it, that's their issue. So I've become so laser focused - once I focus on something, we're going to the N'th degree. We're going to Saturn. Not even the Moon, we're way past the moon!" The first phase of Mark Edmonson's life was physical - playing for the best rugby league teams in the world, including winning many championships with S...

Gemma lived in London for around 15 years. She was torn between staying in her current job, career and home versus being closer to family and living a slower pace of life. In this relatable episode, she talks us through the decisions and circumstances that lead to her deciding when was the right time, and talks us through the pros and cons of a first year away out of city life. Gemma has attended the Windermere Weekend by Adventure Solos and the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Weekend. --- If you enjoy...

Adam wasn't his real name, but it is now. He had to create a new life in the UK after fleeing his birth country in fear of his life. Adam started his Adventure Solos journey with a day hike (it was so fulfilling to see him light up now he has a second chance at life) and has since joined us for the Dearne Valley Weekend amongst other events. Hearing this incredible and bold story will give you a newfound appreciation for life and those freedoms we take for granted on a day-to-day ba...

From 20 pints a day to sober, Harrison (also known as the Fell Foodie) shares his story of learning to better manage mental health through the outdoors. Harrison previously joined us on a Windermere Weekend event. For him, depression set in during puberty and he found alcohol was a way of dealing with this, until that fairly quickly became a problem in itself also. We chat about with Harrison about his brave recovery from alcohol addiction, his ongoing management of his mental health, a...

In February we're hosting our first Adventure Solos event of 2024! Find out what's involved in the Dearne Valley Weekend in this chat with Nat and Chris. Please note this is an additional episode, the usual weekly podcast will be out as usual this week also. You can find tickets and information about the Dearne Valley Weekend by following the link below: https://www.AdventureSolos.com/dearne-valley-weekend --- If you enjoy Life Changes, here are some ways you can support us: 1). Please l...

Chris' turn under the spotlight - growing up abroad, overlanding trips, corporate life and starting Adventure Solos. followed by those 'rapid-fire' questions. This is part three of a three-part special. --- If you enjoy Life Changes, here are some ways you can support us: 1). Please leave a rating on this podcast player; 2). Consider supporting us via our Patreon (with options for merchandise) at https://www.patreon.com/AdventureSolos/ 3). Join the Adventure Solos mailing list for free at: ...

We zoom in on Nat, his life, career and what makes him tick, before gently interrogating him with some 'rapid-fire' questions. This is part two of a three-part special. --- If you enjoy Life Changes, here are some ways you can support us: 1). Please leave a rating on this podcast player; 2). Consider supporting us via our Patreon (with options for merchandise) at https://www.patreon.com/AdventureSolos/ 3). Join the Adventure Solos mailing list for free at: https://www.AdventureSolos.com/mai...

Hosts Chris and Nat chat about their friendship, discuss what Adventure Solos is and how this all ties in the to Life Changes podcast in this first of a three-part special. --- If you enjoy Life Changes, here are some ways you can support us: 1). Please leave a rating on this podcast player; 2). Consider supporting us via our Patreon (with options for merchansdise) at https://www.patreon.com/AdventureSolos/ 3). Join the Adventure Solos mailing list for free at: https://www.AdventureSolos.c...

In September 2023, an earthquake struck Morocco killing 6,000 people, injuring many more, and leaving countless homeless and trying to rebuild their lives. We speak to Nick, a paramedic who was on a trip of a lifetime, sound asleep ready for a big day ahead, when an earthquake struck. Nick, who was with his son at the time, recounts his experience, and how he was able to apply his paramedic skills to try to help save the life of a young girl injured in the tragedy. --- If you enjoy L...

David is a recently widowed pagan minister who works in prisons with offenders. We discuss what is paganism, why was it illegal, and how & when he found his faith, before studying to be a Priest of the Goddess at The Goddess Temple. --- If you enjoy Life Changes, here are some ways you can support us: 1). Please leave a rating on this podcast player; 2). Consider supporting us via our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/AdventureSolos/ 3). Join the Adventure Solos mailing list for free ...

It's easy to lose a bit too much of yourself when in a relationship and/or raising young children. As well as dealing with divorce positively; we discuss making time for yourself after a relationship breakdown, how to improve your sleeping habits and why you might not want to share a paddleboard with Chris. --- If you enjoy Life Changes, here are some ways you can support us: 1). Please leave a rating on this podcast player; 2). Consider supporting us via our Patreon (with options to ...

Claire was a people pleaser and didn't know what she wanted. We discuss why it's important to learn to love yourself as a platform for loving other people. Chatting with Claire, a self-love and relationship coach, we discuss how to look after yourself if you're a people pleaser, why Noel is sometimes selfish and what Chris' favourite love languages are. --- If you enjoy Life Changes, here are some ways you can support us: 1). Please leave a rating on this podcast player; 2). Consider suppor...