Treks

Chasing My Own Horizon: Lessons from Five Himalayan Treks

My first trek happened on a whim. I barely knew how to pack a rucksack, let alone survive chilly nights in a tent. It was so new that I thought the biggest challenge would be the steep climb. Turns out, the real hurdle was figuring out if I could live with just the basics: a few warm layers, a sleeping bag, and the will to keep putting one foot in front of the other. The trek organizers handled meals and tents. That left me with the essential responsibility: moving forward, even when my lungs felt like they’d gone on strike. It’s still …

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Strength in the Struggle: My First Trek

The sun was still low in the sky, but the weight of the day was already pressing on me. I had only been hiking for about an hour, but it felt like my legs had been in motion for days. Every step was a challenge, each one dragging my body further into the mountain’s relentless incline. My lungs were tight, my breath shallow. I looked up at the peak—a faraway dot that seemed just out of reach, taunting me with its unattainable promise. I stopped for a moment, hands on my knees, gasping for air. The heat from the sun beat down on me, and the …

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From Peaks to Pavements: Lessons in Resilience from Trekking and Running

As a self-proclaimed newbie trekker, I recently reached an exhilarating milestone: completing five Himalayan treks in just under 11 months. Each trek pushed me to new heights—literally and metaphorically—forcing me to confront steep climbs, altitude sickness, and the ever-present whisper of doubt. Trekking, for me, was never just about the trails; it was about testing my grit, finding patience in discomfort, and learning to dance with the challenges nature throws at you. Yet, as I lace up my running shoes and hit the pavement, I find myself …

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Step by Step: Finding Strength in Weakness on the Trails

When I lace up my trekking boots and step onto the trail, a mix of excitement and nervous energy fills me. Every trek has its own challenges, and by now, I’ve done five treks in just over 10 months. You’d think I’d have it all figured out, but each time, I face the same uphill battles—literally. Steep climbs at high altitudes? They humble me every single time. Add to that my inability to sleep on treks, and it’s a perfect storm that leads to AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Yet, somehow, I keep going back. Why? Because it’s in these struggles …

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The Edge of Fear: A Solo Journey Through Manali’s Monsoon

The thing about embarking on solo adventures is that you never truly know what you’re signing up for. On the surface, it’s all about the trek, the thrill of the climb, the stunning landscapes that unfold at every corner. But for me, this two-week solo trip to Manali wasn’t just about scaling the 14,250 feet of Bhrigu Lake. It wasn’t even about the trek itself. It was about everything that led up to it—the fears I carried, the unexpected brushes with death, the unraveling of emotions that shaped my entire journey. This was my longest solo …

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Embracing Discomfort: A Newbie Trekker’s Tale

No one likes being uncomfortable—it’s human nature to seek relief from pain and discomfort. This thought lingered in my mind as I stood at the base of another challenging trail in Uttarakhand, my backpack heavy with supplies and my heart pounding with a mix of excitement and dread. As a newbie trekker with three treks under my belt, I knew the mountains could be unpredictable and demanding. My first trek to Deoriatal Chandrashila (DC) was a real eye-opener. The 13km night ascent was tough, especially without enough sleep. Each step felt like …

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