Pandō

I’m not your typical tree hugger.  I’m just obsessed with hugging ONE giant Aspen tree called Pandō.  

During my hiking and fly fishing treks in Utah over the years, I became fascinated with these tall trees that reached high into the sky. They seemed so fragile and skinny, scarred by black notches and knots, yet were unquestionable determined and strong. I noticed they always standing together in groups, as a loyal proud family. They seemed to quietly recognize my wonder with a timbered rustle

And when the season turned to Fall, their dazzled displays of beautiful bright yellow transformation turned my reverence into awe.

I became fascinated by this beautiful, massive, resilient tree! It’s a single quaking aspen tree estimated to be 80,000 years old and 13 million pounds … one of the oldest and heaviest single living organism in the world. 

It’s a massive, resilient creature!  How had it survived and thrived for so long? 

I had to find out!  

What I discovered were five simple yet powerful secrets that have grounded my life, guided my journey, and cultivated my purpose. 

Perhaps it could do the same for you.

Inspired by nature, Pandō’s ancient wisdom can inspiration us to embrace change, foster flexibility, face adversity, seek greater clarity, and cultivate purpose.