Please click here to 'Follow' the show - it really helps get the show to a wider audience (which I really thank you for!).It will bring more people, greater stories and more adventures for everyone.In this clip from Season 2 episode 15 of The Adventure Diaries, host Chris Watson is joined by wilderness survival expert and former Alone contestant, Karie Lee Knoke. Together, they dive deep into Karie's journey of founding Sacred Cedars Wilderness School, her profound experiences living off the land, and her passion for teaching both practical survival skills and the art of sacred living. Karie shares the mental fortitude needed to survive in the wild, the importance of living authentically, and how her experiences in nature can help others reconnect with their true selves.From setting up a wilderness school in Northern Idaho to offering energy exchange programs, Karie is on a mission to help people shed the distractions of modern life and experience deep connection through nature. Whether you're a survival enthusiast or someone seeking personal transformation, Karie’s insights will inspire you to follow your dreams and live with purpose.Key Discussion Points:Karie’s experience creating Sacred Cedars Wilderness School and the work-trade programs that help the school grow.Lessons learned from her time on Alone and how they shaped her wilderness teachings.The balance between teaching hard survival skills and the softer, spiritual elements of sacred living.The importance of mental fortitude and maintaining a positive mindset in both survival situations and life.Karie's vision for her upcoming book, The Art of Sacred Living, and the year-long program she plans to offer at her school.Memorable Quotes:“It’s a lot of work for a single older woman to do this all by myself... But I’m creating opportunities for community, where people can learn survival skills while helping me build the school.”“You have to have faith... Who cares how you pray, but you have to have faith. Even in the wilderness, that’s a crucial survival skill.”“Do your dream. It might be crazy, and nobody will understand it, but it’s your dream. When you live from the heart, the universe will back you up.”Call to Adventure:Karie’s message is clear—get outside, follow your passion, and disconnect from the distractions of modern life. Whether it’s through wilderness adventures or daily micro-adventures, nature offers profound healing and personal growth.Pay It Forward:Karie emphasizes the importance of supporting others in their journey, whether it’s through scholarships, volunteering, or contributing to small, wilderness-based schools like Sacred Cedars Wilderness School.Where to Find Karie Lee Knoke:Website: KarieLeeKnoke.comInstagram: @karieleeknokeWilderness School: Sacred Cedars Wilderness School (available through her websSend us a textSupport the showThanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at [email protected]. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld
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