From Office Hours to Off-Grid Adventures with Wandering Bel

Meet Bel, the face behind Wandering Bel—a passionate solo traveler. In this episode of Life in Motion, Bel shares how a childhood surrounded by nature shaped her love for the outdoors, and how she’s managed to keep that spark alive while balancing the daily grind.She opens up about why solo hiking empowers her, how social media both helps and hinders authenticity, and the importance of inspiring others—especially women—to find confidence outside. From her favorite trails to thoughtful insights about community, Bel’s story proves that you don’t have to quit your day job to live a life full of adventure.Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just looking for inspiration to get outside more, this conversation is all about finding balance, building community, and being brave enough to hit the trail solo.Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.Tweet us and let us know what you think of this episode! @illuminecollectFind more episodes at www.illuminecollect.com/blogs/life-in-motion-podcastSince 2017 Illumine has donated over $47,762 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 241 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.