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Stacking Adventures: Every Traveler Has a StoryExploring National Parks with Libby GiffordEver wonder which U.S. national parks are truly breathtaking—and which ones might not live up to the hype? Today, Joe and Crystal sit down with Libby Gifford, a seasoned park explorer and co-organizer of TravelCon, to swap stories about awe-inspiring landscapes, unexpected surprises, and the parks that didn’t quite make their bucket list. Along the way, you’ll hear: 🏕️ Crystal’s shocking confession—why she hasn’t set foot in a national park (yet). 🌄 Hidden gems & overrated spots—Libby and Joe break down the best (and meh-est) parks they’ve visited. 🏜️ Wild landscapes—from the surreal dunes of White...2025-01-301h 10
The Encouragement DiariesThe Sieger Siblings - encouraging wisdom on how to be family.The Sieger siblings: Louise, Libby, Hilary, Robin, Lucie and Julie, share encouraging thoughts on what has kept them close, despite the ups and downs of life. A real treat.2023-03-0112 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhat would you love to see come to pass in your life?Sometimes it can seem we wait for a long time to see what we hoped for come to pass. You'll love Caleb's story🙌2022-01-1904 minThe Encouragement DiariesReflections from the forest🌲🌳Have you ever considered that you are a mighty tree? You might be a rowan, ash, oak or bonsai. Take time to walk in your own forest and see the saplings that have been seeded from your own life🙌2022-01-1104 minThe Encouragement DiariesDecision-making with a difference!We've all used 'pros and cons' for decision making, but have you ever tried adding in a middle column for Wisdom - what a difference that can make 🙌2022-01-0404 minThe Encouragement DiariesA chocolate Nativity Story to bring joy. Merry Christmas🎄How many different types of chocolate can you spot in this Nativity Story? Answers in the next podcast 😇🎉2021-12-2107 minThe Encouragement DiariesHow wonderful to have people around us who ignite our hearts - such a one is guest Isaac Stott🙌True branding and marketing is drawing out, understanding, and supporting passion. From working in the Olympics, with Adidas and other big brands to micro businesses, Isaac brings his gifts as a 'reigniter' to support individuals and businesses. So brilliant🎉2021-12-1413 minThe Encouragement DiariesNuggets of gold on the journey to contentment with Loveson Mdluli.How can we journey to contentment when we can often be too self-critical. Loveson Mdluli has shared great wisdom from his own journey - so good and you will be really blessed🙌2021-12-1012 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe stormy people and the devastated tree people.When a storm hits from an unexpected direction it can cause havoc. Are there people who have come into your life like a storm?2021-12-0703 minThe Encouragement DiariesHow to give your endorphins a run for their money🤗Humour and contagious laughter are a brilliant way of helping us feel happy - and this podcast should help with that 😂2021-12-0204 minThe Encouragement DiariesA Scottish blessing as we approach Advent seasonSomething to bless and encourage you from an old tradition of speaking good things🙌2021-11-2502 minThe Encouragement DiariesDoes Black Friday really create happiness?Where did Black Friday get its name? What about changing that to Sunny Mondays - that's one way of beating the winter blues!2021-11-2302 minThe Encouragement DiariesA key lesson on ensuring you get your facts right!What do you focus on when you read or hear something? There are times focusing on the detail causes us to get our facts all wrong.2021-11-1804 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhat story has inspired or depressed you? O Henry's The Last Leaf falls into one of these categoriesThere are stories that can inspire and others that are indelibly etched in our heads for all the wrong reasons!2021-11-1103 minThe Encouragement DiariesCate Mackenzie, therapist, artist and writer on the power of self love to overcome fear🙌Cate Mackenzie, therapist, artist and writer, shares wonderful ways of learning to live a fear free and love filled life in this short conversation.2021-11-0813 minThe Encouragement DiariesWho's shoes fit you best?It's easy to be attracted to wanting to be in someone else's 'shoes'. What fits you best will lead to a healthier and more satisfying life.2021-11-0303 minThe Encouragement DiariesAre you a Lone Ranger or a Tonto? The Wild West way to collaboration🙌So was the Lone Ranger really alone? Was Tonto just his side-kick? Think you'll enjoy this podcast on collaboration😁2021-10-2802 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhat kind of pot cleaner do you use? The answer reveals a communication tool 🙌What we use to clean a dirty pot is a powerful picture of what can result from how we communicate with others. Soak and scour doesn't always guarantee the best results!2021-10-2503 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe key benefits of actually listening to what is being said.Many times we listen to something or chat with someone but misinterpret what was actually said, or be distracted so miss out key parts of the conversation. Mares eating oats might be an indicator of our listening skills 😁2021-10-2203 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe gym, the wimp and the transformation - Jay Safari tells his delightful story.Leaving Afghanistan at 11 years of age, Jay settled in the UK. His encounter with the gym changed the direction and passion of his life. What a great story to encourage you today🙌2021-10-1907 minThe Encouragement DiariesCan you name that tree?How many trees can you identify, or name bushes and flowers? What we learned as children at school often fades away but engaging with nature starts with knowing their names. It's a joyous thing to do when it for a walk ❤️2021-10-1402 minThe Encouragement DiariesCaves or castles - where is your place of safety?We all have our default place to go to when things are hard. Here's the story of a 10 year old who made a very good choice. Troglodyte or King - what did they choose?2021-10-0405 minThe Encouragement DiariesGreek TV and radio presenter Vasoula Christodoulou - Black belt, belly dancer and investigator!Have you ever wondered what what is the best way to move forward? Vasoula Christodoulou, Greek TV and radio presenter shares really practical advice from her rich experiences of life🙌2021-09-2911 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhat do deafness, radioactivity and geology all have in common?Beethoven, Marie Curie and Charles Darwin provide insights into the role of journals and diaries in getting to know someone better.2021-09-2704 minThe Encouragement DiariesSpotify star Daisy Chute loves people and what an inspiration she is to others.Daisy Chute’s music and live of life is inspired by her love of people. It’s a joy to hear about Daisy’s life, loves and music in today’s podcast.2021-09-2112 minThe Encouragement DiariesPyramids and personalities - the one gets buried while the other lives on.Institutions, buildings and 'stuff' have come and gone over the millenia, but the impact of our lives carries on for generations and never gets 'buried'.2021-09-1704 minThe Encouragement DiariesFollowing your instincts can be life-changing. Rachel Ball, graphic novelist is a wonderful guest 👏Rachel shares honestly and encouragingly about her journey into creating her latest graphic novels with themes covering her life as a teacher, survivor of breast cancer and much more. Rachel is so inspiring about life and how being purposeful in following your instincts can really be life changing - in a very good way🤗2021-09-1411 minThe Encouragement DiariesLuke Collins reveals how cats are the answer to the art of avoidance - brilliant!Luke Collins runs a recording studio and has led a life of avoidance until his epiphanal moment with..... cats! This could change your life 🙌2021-09-1012 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe wonderful release from cathartic momentsHaving the freedom to have our voice - and use it - can lead to very cathartic moments, and can bring great peace - and in this particular case, great hilarity 🙌🙌2021-09-0804 minThe Encouragement DiariesDavid Bartholomew shares his discovery of untold riches.From Patagonia to Viking hoards in Galloway, David Bartholomew really blesses with what happened in his journeys of discovery🙌2021-09-0112 minThe Encouragement DiariesNeil and Carrie Bruce's hilarious take on men's sheds - the perfect solution🙌Much hilarity as Neil and Carrie talk about men's sheds and the joys of relationships😂2021-08-2605 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe pitfalls and joys from going off the beaten path!Choices can take us into unknown and challenging territory - involving bulls, bogs and brambles, BUT when you know where you are heading in the first place, where there's a will there's a way🙌2021-08-2406 minThe Encouragement DiariesMermaids, seaweed and minerals - therapist Carina Coen explains the healing benefits of the sea.Did you know the sea is much more than just water? Over 30 years, Carina Coen has built up her rich knowledge of the healing benefits of the sea - and shares her wonderful experiences mermaid swimming🙌2021-08-2111 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhy lemon suckers and peas definately do not mix!A cautionary tale of what happens when someone with a bad attitude decides to join you at the table😂2021-08-1704 minThe Encouragement DiariesAmazing American Folk musician and poet Eric Sommer talks about the power of breadcrumbs.Eric is one of America's leading folk musicians. From being given a guitar in Bangkok at the age of 6, his adventure with music and poetry has taken him to playing on global stages. You'll be so encouraged by his story - and the part breadcrumbs have to play!2021-08-1212 minThe Encouragement DiariesLouis Armstrong got life and what it was about - let's take advantage of his pearls of wisdom.Louis Armstrong approach to life was so insightful and very relevant to the world's current upheavals. Hear what he had to say about life and the planet to encourage you today.2021-08-1005 minThe Encouragement DiariesAt a crossroads moment? A couple of questions to ask yourself🤔We all face crisis moments, but reflecting on the answers to these four questions could be a brilliant way for the next step :-)2021-08-0504 minThe Encouragement DiariesWriter, journalist and broadcaster Robin Denselow inspires with The Electric Muse Revisited!From BBC Africa Correspondent, Panorama and Newsnight to music Correspondent for The Guardian, Robin delights with his stories and life journey - and his lovely personality 🙌2021-08-0211 minThe Encouragement DiariesSmoking the mango trees - the key to a healthier life.What does the way a farmer smokes mango trees help us get through life? Listen and discover the mango trees secret 🙌2021-07-3004 minThe Encouragement DiariesEmma Rowlands shares her story of practising rootedness🙌Practising rootedness leads us into community and really connecting with self and others. It is also a brilliant way of settling our souls. So good to listen to Emma with really good pearls of encouragement and wisdom!2021-07-2710 minThe Encouragement DiariesAhetas Jimi, Greek artist and songwriter, joins in a conversation - with cicadas! - from Greece🇬🇷Ancient Greek instruments, sea urchins and cicadas - just part of what influences the creative talents of well know Greek artist and musician Ahetas Jimi.2021-07-2209 minThe Encouragement DiariesOdd and imperfect is always more interesting!.How wetsuits and silk dresses can change life from 'normal ' to very interesting - and more fun!2021-07-2004 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe revelations of journaling.When we journal - and I don't mean writing screeds! - it often reveals very insightful underlying themes. If you've never tried it, why not give it a go.2021-07-1603 minThe Encouragement DiariesFrom California to London canals, Ida Olsen paddleboards into joy 🙌The very lovely Ida Olsen hails from Denmark and arrived in London as a technical solutions expert. She shares the wonderful health benefits of paddleboarding.2021-07-1310 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe resilience of clay pots - guest Ian Houston encourages us to 'thine own self be true' 🙌Talented communicator Ian Houston brings grace, peace, and insights into how to grow resilience - and all we need to start with is a clay pot. Wonderful!2021-07-1011 minThe Encouragement DiariesLeaning back and leaning in - the joy of the whisper.St Paul's cathedral whispering gallery provides insights into listening with your heart.2021-07-0603 minThe Encouragement DiariesEducationalist and author Jenny York on leaping into uncertainty - and her children's book series💖What enables us to make the jump from dream/desire, into uncertainty but fulfilment? Jenny York shares her inspirational and encouraging journey. Be blessed🙌🙌2021-07-0210 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe Lone Ranger and stagecoaches.Life isn't a straight A-B journey, it's more of a meander or rattle through to Z. So why not take a stagecoach rather than an express train?!2021-06-2803 minThe Encouragement DiariesFrom fine arts to farming - creative solutions for everyday life from Jenny Dobson.Jenny Dobson shares about being a farmers wife and the joys of creativity and cake yumee😍2021-06-2409 minThe Encouragement DiariesIn pursuit of butterflies.Diarist Matthew Oates followed butterflies for over fifty years - a short, yet cautionary extract for lepidopterists!2021-06-1805 minThe Encouragement DiariesA marvellous story of certainty from guest Dick Hammond's diary.What do strangers, Berlin and old ladies have to do with certainty - Dick Hammond shares a most encouraging story in today's podcast.2021-06-1506 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe half-mast trouser approach!There are so many emotions released when we look back at old photographs - and laughter is certainly one of them!2021-06-1004 minThe Encouragement DiariesEntertaining angels unawares.We never know what might come out of a chance conversation. Here are a couple of great stories to encourage you to step out.2021-06-0805 minThe Encouragement DiariesThree world changers in the studio today!Poppy, Jules and Holly Harmer blow us away with their insights into life - wow 🙌2021-06-0307 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhere substance overtakes style - encouragement from a bike ride!It takes time to learn to do something well - and along the way real substance overtakes 'faking it' style.2021-06-0104 minThe Encouragement DiariesSan Francisco Green Film Festival founder and director Rachel Caplan is on the podcast sofa today🎥Rachel, recently returned to Scottish with a wealth of global 'green: experienceis so encouraging about, global conversations, and the impact of film on enabling us to take steps to change the world 🌍🙌2021-05-2710 minThe Encouragement DiariesPutting your head above the parapet - the four Q's.We all know about IQ, EQ and a good deal about PQ, but what about SQ? It helps when putting one's head above the parapet🤗2021-05-2504 minThe Encouragement DiariesEntrepreneur extraordinaire and philosopher farmer guests today - welcome to Michael DobsonHis farming roots go back to Roman times, he speaks ancient Celtic, viking and saxon - and his heart is bound with the land. Soooooo encouraging:-)2021-05-2008 minThe Encouragement DiariesDon't wait for a funeral!Sending or speaking encouraging words about people shouldn't just happen at a funeral. Kurt Vonnegut has some great advice about that - and so do I 🙌2021-05-1805 minThe Encouragement DiariesFrom the womb to the tombThe joys of a new life! Living a memorable, if not unscathed, life, and good words from Mother Theresa.2021-05-1406 minThe Encouragement DiariesExtravagant living.How extravagant living can bless your life!2021-05-0606 minThe Encouragement DiariesWild adventures and joy in the Arctic with Seth Gardner, filmmaker, author, storytellerWhat's the wildest experience you have had? Seth Gardner talks about learning from the Inuit elders, and all at - 58oC😁2021-05-0314 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe joy of humour - a cautionary tale!Following on from the conversation with Joyce, some personal limericks and a cautionary tale to cheer us into the weekend 🤗2021-04-2904 minThe Encouragement DiariesPioneers and poets - join guest academician Lady Joyce Caplan into the world of poetry.More and more people are discovering the powerful impact of poetry in these days. Passionate poetry academician, Lady Joyce Caplan, shares why poetry should never be undervalued, and how it can lead us into greater depths in our being.2021-04-2711 minThe Encouragement DiariesIt's Earth Day - time to be kind to yourself and the planet.The positives that result in our being kind to the earth.2021-04-2205 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhat do Cuba, Blue Badge, birds and entrepreneurship all have in common - Kath Bateman!The delightful, adventurous and entrepreneurial travel expert Kath Bateman shares great thoughts in today's diary.2021-04-1908 minThe Encouragement DiariesAvoiding falling into the deceptive traps of the half truth communicators.What good insights into being wise and avoiding deceptions, from M Scott Peck's 'People of the Lie'.2021-04-1506 minThe Encouragement DiariesLouise Simpkin shares the value of gathering around food. Yumee!Gathering round a table of food is a key to good wellbeing and taste bud joys. Tales from a global traveller.2021-04-1209 minThe Encouragement DiariesFinding joy in embarrassing moments!Embarrassing moments happen to us all, and we can either laugh or cringe. Laughing is definately the best response.2021-04-0708 minThe Encouragement DiariesRobert Burns, Stanley Baxter and the gift of friendshipThe power of words, the gift of friendship and the significance in the smallest of things given with love.2021-04-0207 minThe Encouragement DiariesLent - a season to stretch into and reap great rewards.A joyful approach to thinking about life - and the secret of how to stash chocolate😇2021-03-2904 minThe Encouragement DiariesShackleton's angel - what a story!Did you know about Shackleton's 'fourth' person? So encouraging to hear this diary extract resourcing in troubling times🙌2021-03-2507 minThe Encouragement DiariesSinger songwriter Lucinda Sieger encourages our untapped creative imaginationLucinda Sieger was on the first live Top of the Pops and gone on to a successful career in the arts. A great conversation about creative imagination and learning to have a playful approach to life.2021-03-2210 minThe Encouragement DiariesHow to stay sweet - advice from the 17th century!How a 17th century prayer brings hilarious insights into how to stay sweet as we get older🙌2021-03-1704 minThe Encouragement DiariesFrom Cape Town, Robyn Curran's inspirational encouragement on being present - and exercise tips!Robyn Curran charts on the benefits of being 'present' , cold water swimming, running and wellbeing. A joy🙌2021-03-1509 minThe Encouragement DiariesPeter Hammond guests in a great conversation on mental wellbeing and practical tenderheartedness.How to develop practical tenderheartedness as a way of overcoming mental health issues.2021-03-1109 minThe Encouragement DiariesLife lessons from a cloudWordsworth said he wandered lonely as a cloud. But, are clouds really lonely or are they really communities on a purposeful solitary journey?2021-03-0805 minThe Encouragement DiariesRobin Sieger, best selling author and speaker shares on attitude, beliefs and extreme golf!Stories and nuggets of gold from best selling author and speaker Robin Sieger.2021-03-0409 minThe Encouragement DiariesCommit to adventure!How to deal with threat forecasting and live a life of adventure\0/2021-03-0205 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe significance of being unique - lessons from some seeds.What do individual seeds need to make them thrive - wisdom from a farming life for growing as people!2021-02-2505 minThe Encouragement DiariesDiscovering diamonds - the power of knowing our core drivers.Filmmaker and Storyteller Tom Harmer shares about diamonds, human trafficking and the encouragement of knowing your core driver. Brilliant! Check out www.52humans.com2021-02-2208 minThe Encouragement DiariesWhere heavenly things can be of great earthly use!Two things that can change how we manage troubled times - and come out with boldness and courage 🙌2021-02-1803 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe three W's - which one is the key to encouragement?The three W's - wanting, waiting and widening. Which is the key W for an encouraging life? Listen and discover something wonderful - although it doesn't involve cake!2021-02-1505 minThe Encouragement DiariesHow appreciation of cowboys, and anemones, can lead to joy!Guest Julie Sieger joins in, sharing how appreciating what is around you gives joy, and many moments of hilarity 🙌2021-02-0813 minThe Encouragement DiariesBehold the hedge - the business and life benefits from the art of observation.The art of noticing or observation is a wonderful way to enrich your approach to life, work and people. The hedge is a great example of how to do that.2021-02-0804 minThe Encouragement DiariesSpeaking blessings - a tool for resilience and survival!When everything is in meltdown, home schooling, working from home are all becoming a bit too pressured - speaking blessings will bring peace, hope and resilience.2021-02-0405 minThe Encouragement DiariesChoices - learning a new language.We all have things we should, must or ought to do, but what if we changed our language?2021-02-0104 minThe Encouragement DiariesContagious laughter - what an encouragement 😂🙌.Guest contributors Fredy and Isobel Triay sharing how laughter has real benefits and can truly help your mental wellbeing.2021-01-2908 minThe Encouragement DiariesMosquitos, nudists and dominos!Ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of everything around you. Here's a great approach to simplifying life and alleviating pressure.2021-01-2503 minThe Encouragement DiariesExcited anticipation - miracles can happen!What can happen when resources are dried up but excited anticipation kicks in.2021-01-2004 minThe Encouragement DiariesCatching rabbitsDo you ever feel fearful? Here's how to inhabit your days by catching the 'rabbits' that take your thoughts down negative paths.2021-01-1802 minThe Encouragement DiariesDiscovering your significance Part 2 - the glorious truth🙌How to build glorious words of truth about who you really are, so that you stay resilient and joyful, whatever your circumstance.2021-01-1403 minThe Encouragement DiariesDiscovering your significance Part 1 - Dealing with the lemon suckers.Ever been doing something which seems a bit of a challenge and then negative comments come your way? Change your perspective - you are doing a great work🙌2021-01-1303 minThe Encouragement DiariesWisdom, understanding and rare treasure!How wisdom can make you really 'rich' without costing you the earth 🙌2021-01-1104 minThe Encouragement DiariesCracked pots and water carriersHave you ever felt you're not meeting other people's expectations? A little bit of Imposter Syndrome? Time to hear about the water carrier and his cracked pot 🙌2021-01-0903 minThe Encouragement DiariesEbb and flow - discovering treasureLife seems so full when things are in a flow , but have you ever considered how much more treasure is found when the 'tide' is out?2021-01-0704 minThe Encouragement DiariesTent pegs and stability!When things become uncertain and we are in upheaval, we can change everything by knowing how to use tent pegs!2021-01-0503 minThe Encouragement DiariesMonkeys and coconuts.Have you ever had a bad attitude towards somebody, felt impatient or dispirited. If so, you'll love the monkeys and coconut solution!2021-01-0404 minThe Encouragement DiariesStay Curious - stagnation is not an option.Life has felt very limited and uncertain over the past months, and many feel ‘stuck’ - but here’s something really encouraging to bring joy and hope as we head into 2021.2021-01-0213 minThe Encouragement DiariesThe Encouragement Diaries (Trailer)2020-12-3100 min