In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Heather MacFayden, author of Don’t Mom Alone and Right Where You Belong, to explore the transformative power of connection in motherhood and beyond. Heather reveals the surprising truth about loneliness—it’s not about being alone but about feeling unknown—and shares practical strategies to overcome isolation. They discuss how vulnerability and authenticity are keys to building meaningful relationships, emphasizing that it’s worth risking rejection to pursue genuine connection. Heather also reflects on her journey of letting go of the heavy burden of parental responsibility, offering wisdom on balancing the unique challenges of raising children while finding your own identity outside of motherhood. The conversation dives deep into the seven types of rest—physical, mental, emotional, sensory, social, spiritual, and creative—and how understanding these needs can rejuvenate weary moms. Heather shares powerful stories about the importance of stepping back from striving, finding joy in small moments, and living in alignment with your God-given purpose. With insights on Sabbath, identity, and creating intentional community, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that you don’t have to do life—or motherhood—alone. ** Get your copy of Don't Mom Alone here Learn more about Heather and all she has to offer here ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices