Welcome!
Hi,
Welcome to my cool and refreshing waterhole. A spot that is natural, serene, open, and connected.
WATERHOLE WEDNESDAY SUBSTACK is where you’ll be able to take a break from a world that often feels overwhelming, chaotic, and disconnected. You can pop in briefly to quench your thirst or linger longer for social interaction and rejuvenation. There’s plenty of room for everyone!
As a youngster, I spent many years hanging out at those other kind of waterholes. From Cape Town to Reykjavik. San Francisco to Madrid. Athens to New Orleans. I enjoyed the cold beers, social activities, conversations, and live entertainment.
Now, decades later, I find myself visiting African waterholes instead. South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Madagascar - with Kenya, Tanzania, DRC and Malawi high on my ‘to do’ list.
Not that I’ve given up on those other ones, heavens no! Nothing beats an ice-cold gin and tonic at the lodge after a long walk through the Kalahari Desert with a Bushman guide, or that first chilled beer after a day of tiger fishing on the Zambezi River. There’s a time and place for everything!
Who is Waterhole Wednesday for?
I find immense joy in two pursuits: exploring the untamed landscapes of Southern Africa, and cultivating genuine connections with people and nature. It's in these moments that I discover the depths of self-awareness and appreciate the intricate interconnectedness of everything.
Here in Africa we have a proverb: “Return to old waterholes for more than water. Friends and dreams are there to meet you.”
This newsletter is crafted for those of you seeking precisely that: a space where friends and dreams eagerly await your arrival.
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Every 2nd Wednesday, I'll unveil an intriguing and uplifting tale or lesson gathered during my 15 years of travels. Furthermore, as a Maxwell Certified Behavioral Consultant, I'll share valuable insights on utilising these nature-inspired lessons to help you transition from mere communication to establishing genuine connections in your professional lives, relationships, families, and communities.
BUT, HEY…….
It’s not all woo-woo!
Let's not forget the practical side. We'll also engage in conversations covering travel, camping gear, tyres, Land Cruisers, little-known insights, and a myriad of other considerations when exploring Africa and embracing its beauty.
LIVE BOLDLY BEYOND BOUNDARIES and come and join a community of people enjoying a different shade of adventure!
