«Who’s There?»: Irrational Fear in the Mountains

In the previous articles of this series, we talked about why solitude in the mountains is a conscious choice, went over general safety rules, what to do “when things go wrong”, and discussed how to behave when encountering wild animals.
But let’s be honest: the scariest “beast” in a solo hike is our own imagination. And the fear it creates is often irrational. Logic is powerless here.

Alone in the Mountains: "Aren't You Scared?"

In the comments on my previous post, a question kept coming up: "Aren't you scared alone? It's so risky!"
I'll be honest: fear is normal. It's a basic survival mechanism. On a solo trek, it doesn't disappear—it transforms into heightened caution. When there's no group behind you, the responsibility for every decision rests solely on you. And that keeps you disciplined.

Mountain Hike - a Path to Self-Cleansing and Self-Development

In our modern world, we increasingly encounter problems related to our inner selves. Sometimes we feel insecure, limited, and unable to control our lives. However, when we go to the mountains, we find a way to get rid of this burden and cleanse our inner selves.

Hiking as a Tool to Combat Procrastination

Procrastination is one of the serious cognitive distortions, where a person constantly postpones some action or decision until the last moment and instead engages in something else. Usually, something not particularly important, like checking email, scrolling through social media feeds, or doing other insignificant tasks. They put off unpleasant decisions or difficult tasks until later, thinking that they need to do something else at the moment, and then something else after that, and so on. As a result of this delay, the necessary decisions are not made on time, and what actually needed to be done remains undone. As they say, "put it off until autumn, and then just forget about it."

The Benefits of Hiking in the Mountains for the Body and Mind

Hiking in the mountains is one of the most popular types of outdoor activities that not only allows you to enjoy the beauty of nature but also has a positive impact on the health of the body and mind. In this article, we will examine several beneficial aspects of mountain hiking for human health.

Alone in the Mountains

In one of my previous posts, I apparently didn't express myself very clearly about hiking in the mountains alone. Some readers assumed it was a forced circumstance and started encouraging me, saying things like, "Don't worry, things will work out, you'll find company eventually."

The Journey of Journeys: On Finding Your True Path

Travel is, without exaggeration, one of the most exciting pursuits in a person's life. Mark Twain once remarked, "The only two things we will regret on our deathbed are that we loved too little and traveled too little." We choose different formats: a picnic in a nearby park, a trip to the forest outside the city, far-off countries, or extreme mountain routes. But right now, I want to write not about geography.

How to Befriend Meditation: An Ordinary Person’s Experience

Meditation is a trendy topic these days. Everyone talks about it, but not everyone actually manages to practice it daily. I’m talking about ordinary people. There are plenty of programs and trainings that teach meditation, yet after completing them, the practice often fades into the background—or is forgotten altogether.