Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People Barbara Jenkins: Walking into Remarkable
Oct 4, 2023
Join Guy Kawasaki on Remarkable People as he interviews Barbara Jenkins, adventurer and author known for her 3,000-mile walk from New Orleans to Oregon. They discuss her captivating journey, the value of perseverance, learning from mistakes, and the power of self-discovery and triumph.
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Three-Year, 3,000-Mile Walk Across America
- Barbara Jenkins walked 3,000 miles from New Orleans to Oregon over three years carrying a heavy pack and living day-to-day.
- She encountered storms, tornadoes, blizzards, and unpredictable hospitality that shaped the journey and book.
Presence Reveals Deeper Life
- Walking forced Barbara into a present-moment pace where she noticed sights, sounds, and smells more deeply.
- That slowed attention revealed a richer experience of nature and people few ever truly feel.
A Sermon That Felt Like A Call
- A sermon by Mom Beale titled 'Will You Go With This Man?' felt like a lightning call that led Barbara to join Peter's walk.
- She framed that divine sign as a pivotal choice that changed her life's trajectory.