Ep 059. How a Breakup Led to Love (and a 100-Mile Thru-Hike in Norway) with Marie-Pier Tremblay

What happens when you actually listen to that inner whisper telling you something in your life isn’t aligned?In this episode, I sit down with my friend and returning guest Marie-Pier Tremblay—coach, creator of Self Growth Nerds, and long-distance adventurer—to talk about the big leaps of courage she’s taken in both love and the outdoors.Marie-Pier shares how leaving a long-term relationship led her on a path of deep self-discovery, dating, and eventually finding new love with her current partner. And together? They jumped straight into his very first backpacking trip… which just so happened to be a 100-mile thru-hike across Norway’s Lofoten Islands.We cover:Trusting yourself enough to leave relationships (even when nothing is “wrong”)How heartbreak became a catalyst for clarity, courage, and growthWhat it was like to date again, define her values, and find love that fully alignedWhy she chose Norway’s Lofoten Long Crossing as her next big adventureLogistics, challenges, and highlights of thru-hiking in Norway (with no switchbacks!)How adventure and relationships can both be powerful training grounds for reinventionThis is a conversation about courage, new beginnings, and the wild ways the trail mirrors our personal lives.Where to learn more about Marie:Marie's InstagramMarie's Website Marie's Podcast (Self Growth Nerds) - Episodes Marie-Pier referenced: Ep. 115, Ep. 124, Ep. 125, Ep. 161 of Self Growth NerdsListen to our first conversation together: Ep 007: Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail with Marie-Pier TremblayWhere to learn more about Allison:She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking.🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity.