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EP20 | Hiking Through Hidden Battles:  Intentional Living and Finding Perspective
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EP20 | Hiking Through Hidden Battles: Intentional Living and Finding Perspective

In this episode of Random Thoughts – Some Useful, Jen reconnects with an old friend from 1996 who brings a fascinating mix of backgrounds: aerospace engineering for the FAA, mechanical and civil engineering, jiu-jitsu, firearm safety, and an outdoorsman’s spirit. Together, they head out for a four-mile hike through Oklahoma City in search of a hidden waterfall. Their conversation unfolds into powerful topics: intuition, setting intentions, mental health, depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, corporate toxicity, childhood trauma, and finding perspective in everyday life. This raw and real exchange blends wellness, mindset, and practical coping skills with the grounding power of nature. If you’ve ever needed a reminder to trust your gut, shift your perspective, and keep going even when life throws ticks your way, this episode is for you.

Random Thoughts- Some Useful with @ApotheCaringJen and guests. · Brandon Raley, Operation Sheepdog, ApotheCaringJen, Jen Brown

August 26, 20252h 30mExplicit

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Show Notes

In this episode of Random Thoughts – Some Useful, Jen reconnects with an old friend from 1996 who brings a fascinating mix of backgrounds: aerospace engineering for the FAA, mechanical and civil engineering, jiu-jitsu, firearm safety, and an outdoorsman’s spirit. Together, they head out for a four-mile hike through Oklahoma City in search of a hidden waterfall.

Their conversation unfolds into powerful topics: intuition, setting intentions, mental health, depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, corporate toxicity, childhood trauma, and finding perspective in everyday life. This raw and real exchange blends wellness, mindset, and practical coping skills with the grounding power of nature.

If you’ve ever needed a reminder to trust your gut, shift your perspective, and keep going even when life throws ticks your way, this episode is for you.

Thanks for tuning in to Random Thoughts - Some Useful with your host, Jen! Empowerment coach, cancer survivor, and passionate advocate for mindset, faith, and business growth. 
 

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