Finding Meaning in Nature and Adversity

What does it look like to live a life anchored in passion, purpose, and presence—even when everything changes in an instant? In this unforgettable episode, world-renowned surfer Bethany Hamilton shares the story behind the headlines: the wild love her parents had for surfing and for nature, how she passed that passion to her own kids, and how the ocean became both playground and healer. From losing her arm at age 13 to becoming a bestselling author, mother of four, and voice of hope for millions, Bethany opens up about what truly sustains her—faith, family, and the willingness to keep showing up.

Bethany and Ginny dive deep into the power of outdoor legacy, what it means to live aligned with your calling, and how we can help our kids find joy beyond screens. They talk resilience, motherhood, body surfing aunties, and why adults need passions too. You’ll walk away ready to fight for what matters most—and to keep going, even when it’s hard.

🌊 Explore Bethany’s work: bethanyhamilton.com 🎙️ Check out her new podcast: All Things Possible with Bethany Hamilton

Read Soul Surfer !

A huge thank you to our sponsors! Check them ALL out below: 

• Active Skin Repair: Visit ⁠www.ActiveSkinRepair.com⁠  to learn more about Active Skin Repair and their commitment to 1% for the planet and use code: 1000hours to save 20% on all Active Skin Repair products

• Select Quote: Head to ⁠www.selectquote.com/1000hours⁠ to learn more. 

• BetterHelp: Visit  ⁠www.BetterHelp.com/1000HOURS⁠  today to get 10% off your first month.

• Fay Nutrition: Visit ⁠www.FayNutrition.com/1000HOURS⁠  to see if you qualify for a dietitian for $0

• CRU: Visit ⁠give.cru.org/hour⁠ to sign up for a $24 monthly gift, and receive a free copy of Until The Streetlights Come On

• Quince - Visit ⁠www.quince.com/outside⁠ and get free shipping and 365 day returns

• NIV Application Bible - visit ⁠www.NIVapplicationbible.com ⁠if you’re looking to grow in your understanding of Scripture and make it real in your daily life.

• Cozy Earth - Upgrade your summer sleep at ⁠www.cozyearth.com⁠ and use code OUTSIDE for 40% off their best-selling sheets, loungewear, and more.

• Lagoon - Go to⁠ LagoonSleep.com/OUTSIDE ⁠and take their awesome 2 minute sleep quiz to find your match.Use the code OUTSIDE for 15% off your first purchase

• Brave Books - Right now, you can get 20% off your first purchase at⁠ www.BRAVEBooks.com/1000hours⁠ with the code 1000HOURS.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices