Mom Enough: A Parenting Podcast
Life on the Edge of Adventure & Motherhood: A Conversation with Professional Climber Majka Burhardt
For Majka Burhardt, author, professional climber, and filmmaker, life is lived on the edge. But, Majka is also a mom to twins, so adventure has taken on a new meaning as she balances her professional life and her life as a mother.
Majka Burhardt joins Erin Erickson of Mom Enough® to discuss her latest book, MORE: Life on the Edge of Adventure and Motherhood. A compilation of journal entries and letters to her kids, Majka's book addresses the age-old challenge of motherhood: how do we hold on to who we are as women while also being the mother our children need. With openness and authenticity, Majka discusses her book, life as a climber and mother, and her insights into how we can reflect on our own childhoods to create the childhood we want for our children. Whether you're a climber, a parent, or simply someone who loves a good story, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune in to hear from one of the most inspiring voices in the outdoor adventure community, Majka Burhardt.
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