Finding My Way Back To Connection In The Blue Mountains

The break was incredible and just what I needed – a week and a half filled with connection. We spent quality time with family and good friends, engaging in our shared human desire for social connection. As a family we strengthened our bonds as we road-tripped, relaxed, hiked, dined and played. Of course, having young children there were squabbles and complaints, but overall, the connection was heartwarming.

Our destination was one of Australia’s most beautiful places, possibly even in the world – the breathtaking Blue Mountains. It offered a profound connection with nature, with rich and heightened opportunities to experience nature with all our senses. 

Each day, we were left in awe, gazing at the vast landscapes, towering cliffs, and expansive gorges. It was a humbling experience, reminding us that we are part of something much greater than ourselves. The science of awe suggests that our ego self diminishes when we are feeling this way and we feel more kind and generous, more connected. 

The chilling cold greeted us at 1000 meters above sea level, allowing us to connect with the elements. Throughout the days, we found ourselves engulfed in mist and clouds, a rare opportunity to feel connected with the sky while our feet were still firmly planted on the ground.