Understanding the Post-Camino Blues
On the Camino, the usual noise of everyday life fades away and is replaced with a hyper reality where every step has meaning.
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Jon Croy
Sep 274 min read
The Magic of the Pyrenees
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is the city where the Camino Le Puy terminates, and the Camino Frances begins. The charm of...
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jon croy
Sep 118 min read
Wet Feet, Warm Connections: Camino Le Puy Days 18-23
The Camino Le Puy continues to throw its mix of surprises, challenges, and unforgettable moments at me. Over days 18 to 23, I found...
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jon croy
Sep 32 min read
Why would you need to stop?
Camino Le Puy Day 17 30 years ago, when I felt bulletproof, I embarked on a long road trip, driving 24 hours straight to Colorado for a...
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jon croy
Sep 22 min read
Is optimism a form of spirituality?
Day 16 Cahors to Montcuq I’m an optimist. I have developed super powers that revolve around this trait. For instance, I always get a...
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Jon Croy
Sep 112 min read
Beyond the Horizon: Walking Into the Heart of the Camino Le Puy
As we crossed the threshold of Day 10 on the Camino Le Puy, the journey had already begun to carve its way into our minds and bodies. The...
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Jon Croy
Aug 247 min read
It's Okay Donkey
The Next Five Days on the Camino Le Puy Embarking on the Camino Le Puy is more than just a walk; it’s an experience that challenges the...
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Jon Croy
Aug 199 min read
Steps of Struggle and Strength: My First Four Days on the Camino Le Puy
Embarking on the Camino Le Puy, I thought I had a pretty good handle on this whole pilgrimage thing. After all, I’d already tackled the...
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Jon Croy
Aug 143 min read
Confessions of a Snorer
I vividly remember a ski-trip with my dad, our neighbor Mr. Jones, my sister and her boyfriend. It’s etched into my memory because at...
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Jon Croy
Jun 245 min read
Crafting a Purposeful Life After Work
Throughout our lives, we invest immense time and energy into building our careers. From a young age, we prepare through education,...
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Jon Croy
Mar 53 min read
Walking Towards Excellence: Lessons from the Camino for Executives
I believe strongly in continual improvement. It doesn’t matter if I’m cooking breakfast, practicing yoga, riding my bike, or running a...
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Jon Croy
Feb 223 min read
Navigating Anxiety: Preparing for My Third Camino de Santiago
As I sit down to plan my third and fourth Camino journeys, I find myself grappling with a familiar yet unwelcome companion: travel...
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Jon Croy
Jan 124 min read
Holistic Lessons from My Caminos
As someone who has walked the Camino, I can attest that this journey is as much about inner discovery as it is about traversing beautiful...
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Jon Croy
Dec 14, 20234 min read
The Art of Packing for the Camino de Santiago
The Camino de Santiago is a pilgrimage route in Spain that has been traveled for centuries. Up until recently, pilgrims walking the...
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Jon Croy
Dec 8, 20233 min read
Preparing Your Body and Mind for the Journey of a Lifetime
The Camino de Santiago, a renowned pilgrimage in Spain, is not just a walk in the park. It's a physically and mentally demanding journey...
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Jon Croy
Nov 28, 20232 min read
Embarking on Life-Changing Journeys
In May 2023, I embarked on a journey that redefined my life - walking the Camino de Santiago. This pilgrimage not only transformed me but...
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