Episode 145: Outdoor Life After Kids with Tami Fandrei
“There’s this thing about nature for me that just makes me feel whole.”
This week, we dive into the evolving role of adventure throughout life's transitions. Joining us is Tami Fandrei from Sacramento, California, who shares her inspiring journey. After her youngest child left for college, Tami felt an unexpected void, prompting her to realize that it was finally her time. Now in the second half of life, Tami has embraced her dreams with renewed energy, filling her days with explorations and adventures. In just a short time, she's already achieved so much—and she's only just begun.
Tami also discusses:
2:00 - Big adventures she’s been on
5:15 - The first trip that inspired her to keep going on more adventures
7:00 - A defining moment for her
9:30 - Playing life safe early on
12:20 - A season of celebration after years of hard work
15:00 - When getting out into nature didn’t go as planned
18:00 - The next season of her life
21:30 - Life as a military mom and spouse
24:30 - Her daughter’s illness
26:00 - Enjoying the opportunity to celebrate
28:00 - What do priorities mean to her now
31:20 - Her kids introducing her to adventure
37:15 - The John Muir Trail
45:00 - Advice for people going through hard things who are inspired by her story
49:00 - What’s next for her
50:00 - Who is going to play her in the Hollywood movie about her life
You can learn more about Tami and her adventures by following her on Instagram @tamionthetrail or her website TamiOnTheTrail.com.
See below for photos Tami shared from her adventures.
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