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Hiking Roy’s Peak is a huge test of mental and physical endurance. When I decided to do this hike I again didn’t fully understand what I was getting myself into. But it turned into my favorite hike I’ve done so far in New Zealand and brought me to tears with its beauty.

Go with Sara on a hike in the New Zealand mountains where she’s reminded to listen to her gut feelings. It turns out that this time, they might just be hunger, and a need for sunscreen. She’s also reminded of the very valuable lesson you might need to relearn as a high achiever – rest, don’t quit!

I’ve waited 12 years to hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, and today is finally the day that I’m doing it. It’s November 7, 2024 and I’m full of nervous and excited energy. Admittedly, even though it’s been a dream to do this hike, I don’t think I fully understood what I was getting myself into…Read to see what really happened, some surprises, and the lesson you’re really not going to see coming!