This episode of Just Ruck It gets real. What started as a four-mountain weekend for my 46Climbs challenge turned into something I didn’t expect: a panic attack on the descent from Phelps Mountain.

I share the raw audio from the trail—slips, butt scoots, tears, and all—and reflect on how rucking prepared me to face that moment. From pacing and micro-goals to humor and humility, the trail taught me that resilience isn’t about being unbreakable. It’s about showing up, resetting, and carrying forward even when confidence slips.

Whether you’ve rucked a mile or climbed a mountain, I hope this story reminds you that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is keep moving—at your own pace, on your own terms.

💡 Resources

If you or someone you love is struggling, please know you are not alone. Help is out there:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) → Dial 988 or visit 988lifeline.org
• Crisis Text Line → Text HOME to 741741 (free, 24/7 in the U.S. & Canada)
• International Directory of Hotlines → findahelpline.com
  Learn more about and support the cause I hiked for:
• 46Climbs – Suicide Prevention Fundraiser → 46climbs.com
  
  

Follow my journey and join the conversation:

• Instagram & Facebook → @JustRuckingIt
• Substack → justruckit.substack.com
  
  

Until next time—Life is Rucking Wonderful, even if you cried and peed yourself a little.

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