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Hello, family! Welcome to another episode of “Walking Each Other Home”. Today, Jay welcomes Andy Lewis to the show. Andy is either famous or infamous, depending on who you speak to for his exploits and adventures. He comes from a history of slacklining, highlining, aerial antics, rock climbing, and BASE jumping. Find Andy @sketchyandylewis on Instagram For tandem BASE jumps, rock climbing, canyone...

Hello family! In this episode, Jay takes a profoundly personal look at his life over the last 50 years. He reflects and contemplates on what has triggered his need to find his inner truth and clarity and offers deep insight into his journey and how he found the path to walk himself self home.  A quick warning: This episode contains discussions of suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised....

Hello, family! Today we’re answering your questions! Thank you to everyone in the Trust the Journey Family who submitted questions. Jay and Mel talk about the beginnings of their skydiving careers, tips on managing energy and health while traveling, superpowers, and so much more. Tune in for some wholesome goodness and down to earth reflections! ... Our mission is, Living, Laughing, Loving and Lea...

Hello, family! Join us for a therapy sesh, talking about what’s alive in our lives right now! This episode is packed full of resources and thought provoking material. We talk about how beneficial regular check-ins with good friends and accountability partners are, hear from Jay about his upcoming tattoo sessions, how Mel’s getting back into her writing practice for a new book (YAY!), the practice...

Hello, family! Let’s dive into another “Conscious Connections” episode with Mel! In today’s show, Mel is joined by Ash Gallagher. Ash is a Narrative Embodiment Coach & Erotic Poet, a Veteran War Correspondent turned Activist. She is a passionate Storyteller and her-story has been a journey of healing from domestic violence by enlisting her somatic sensuality and spiritual connections.  Her work na...

Hello, family! Today we’re diving into a topic brought to us by one of our Trust the Journey family members: imposter syndrome. Jay and Mel bring many resources and perspectives to the table on this one, talking about how we can positively create space for ourselves, how we can let our light shine and “put ourselves on the right kind of pedestal”, the “fake it till you make it” method, and more. C...

Hello, family! Join us for another conversation about Mel and Jay’s most recent ayahuasca experiences. In the last episode, Mel and Jay shared about their experiences and reflections. In this episode, we’re talking about how Mel and Jay are integrating after the ceremonies. Integration is incredibly important when engaging in plant medicine, and looks different for everyone. It can look like journ...

Hello, family! Join Jay for an episode of “Walking Each Other Home”, with his long time friend and extreme athlete, Brett Kistler. Brett and Jay have traveled over many continents together, including the Arctic! They’ve jumped off rocks, and buildings, diving deep into their own psyches and supporting each other through massive journeys and transitions. Brett is an entrepreneur, facilitator, and c...

Hello, family! In this episode, Mel and Jay discuss their goals for Trust the Journey in 2023 and reflect on 2022. It was a big year! Jay shares about how losing his friend Jimmy drastically impacted the first half of the year and shifted priorities, and Mel reflects on how she found time to connect with community, focus on growth through plant medicine ceremonies, and participate in Trust the Jou...

Hello, family! In this episode, Mel and Jay are sharing their deep reflections, insights, and integration processes from their most recent plant medicine ceremonies. Thanks for listening!  ... Our mission is, Living, Laughing, Loving and Learning Together Creating and Cultivating Conscious Connections Thru the Practice of Openness, Honesty, Vulnerability, Humility, and Trust … We are looking for v...

Hello family! We have a monumental episode today. Tune in to hear Mel share about Project 19, a phenomenal effort by nearly 100 of the best female skydivers on the map to attempt a world record Nov. 20-26 at Skydive Arizona. The skilled team of women from 22 countries has an average of 10 years each in the sport and 150,000 jumps among them. The original mission of the Women’s Skydiving Network (W...

Hello, family! In this episode, Mel is asking Jay about the “Fit for Service” program. We talk about different ways that Mel and Jay prepare to be “fit for service”. Family, what does it mean to you to be fit for service? Let us know! Thanks for listening!  ... Our mission is, Living, Laughing, Loving and Learning Together Creating and Cultivating Conscious Connections Thru the Practice of Opennes...

Hello, family! Today, Jay and Mel are talking about their experiences with alcohol throughout their lives. Tune in for some deep dives on today’s topic, providing perspectives on alcohol from many different angles. Thanks for listening!  ... Our mission is, Living, Laughing, Loving and Learning Together Creating and Cultivating Conscious Connections Thru the Practice of Openness, Honesty, Vulnerab...

114: Walking Each Other Home - Mick Knutson by TrusttheJourney. Today

Hi there, family! Join us today for an in depth conversation about flow. Flow is an extremely important pillar in Jay and Mel’s lives, and it’s a true treat to listen to them riffing on the topic. In this episode, we explore all kinds of flow that are accessible to us every day! Flow through movement and stillness, team flow, flow in connection with other people, and so much more. If you’re wonder...

Hello family! Join us as Mel interviews Jay about his recent experience at Burning Man, answering some burning questions that most non-burners have! Hear how Jay is integrating his experience upon his return to the default world, and keep listening for tantalizingly whimsical tales that sound like they must have been imagined… Except they actually happened! If you’re a burner or have been curious...

Hi family! Today, Jay and Mel are diving into a topic that most of us find uncomfortable; pain. But this episode is anything but painful! While the topic is challenging, the discussion is deep, thoughtful, and nourishing. Jay and Mel explore the relationship of pain and fear, the difference between chronic and acute pain, emotional and physical, and how emotional pain manifests as physical pain in...

Hi family! Gather ‘round for story time with Mel and Jay as they share their quintessential “no shit, there I was!” stories. Tune in for a juicy episode full of unexpected twists and turns, and lessons and impacts these experiences had on Mel and Jay. Some deep shares of moments they’ll never forget. PS… try to guess how many times Jay has hit power lines… Thanks for tuning in family!  ... Our mis...

Hi family! In this episode, we’re talking about inspiration. Where does it come from, how can we cultivate it, what does it mean when it’s not present? Mel and Jay share their perspectives. Thanks for tuning in!  ... Our mission is, Living, Laughing, Loving and Learning Together Creating and Cultivating Conscious Connections Thru the Practice of Openness, Honesty, Vulnerability, Humility, and Trus...

Join us for the second episode in Mel’s “Conscious Connections” series! Today, Mel welcomes Nicole Smith Ludvik onto the show. Nicole was recently featured in Emirates Airlines' most recent viral ad campaign, when she appeared standing atop the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa.   Nicole is as well-rounded as she is fearless, with an impressive resume including a successful corporate care...

Hi family! In this episode, we’re exploring ritual and ceremony. From weddings to tattoos, making our bed to sacred dance, rituals and ceremonies are integral pieces of our lives. A ritual can be an important way to create and hold space, to prepare for a day or a new era in life. Ceremonies mark celebrations and accomplishments, overcoming challenges, and provide a place for people in your life t...

106: Cars and the Impact They Have on Our Lives by TrusttheJourney. Today

Hi family! In this episode, we’re digging into remote work. Remote work has become more prominent in our global society since the pandemic, with lots of perks and challenges. Listen in as Jay and Mel talk about how they set boundaries with their time and attention, what their experience has been working remotely, how the freedom and flexibility of remote work comes with its own hardships, and more...

Hi family! Join us for a deep catch up with Jay and Mel, sharing about what #LTD, “Living the Dream” looks like for each of them right now. Mel is recuperating after a demonstration jump with Highlight Pro Skydiving, and Jay is in Norway recovering from jet lag and getting back into BASE jumping. We explore how to balance growth and progress while finding time to be being present, still, and slowi...

Join us for the third episode of Jay’s “Walking Each Other Home” series! In this episode, Jay is kicking it in Moab interviewing his close friend in the sky family community, Matt Blank. Get ready to dive into a deep, flowing conversation between two elite adventure athletes and pillars in the sky family community. This conversation roams all over topics from BASE jumping to flow, offering a uniqu...