Kate Thompson

friends + family + random followers, i have been wanting to build something for some time now that blends my spirituality + love for nature. some of you may know i’ve been in between work projects recently, so inevitably had some free time on my hands. i’ve decided to create an account dedicated to my favorite practice: mindfulness through movement (specifically in nature). my experience with outdoor adventure has led me to a very special place within and i hope that in sharing, it empower others to begin aligning with their own higher purpose. my goal is that one day i’ll be able to guide people back to the important places both in nature + themselves. if this resonates, feel free to follow over at: @higherselfhikes or on my substack linked in the bio ~ where i’ll be posting some fun & hippy-dippy energy stuff ✨

a few months ago i was cleaning out my room and found a loose memory card in the pocket of an old bag. i reluctantly sold my first canon camera a few years ago because it was bulky, heavy + outdated and then replaced it with a nicer/lighter camera . since then, i’ve used several memory cards for several different adventures and projects. so when i went to check what was on this specific card, i was surprised to find it had come from my old camera…the one that traveled from alaska to australia to several parts of asia and europe and back to the US with me . so here is to tiny unexpected time capsules and an old promise to myself that no matter what, i will always carry a camera with me, because one day i will have a house with all my own travel photos covering the walls 📸🌟

the energy i’m bringing into the new year 🌟 . new year, skiing, good energy

if you’re looking for a sign to make a vision board this year, let THIS be it ✨ . i’ve been making vision boards for the new year (and sometimes even for mini mid-year check-ins) for as long as i can remember. whether it’s physical or a screenshot from canva, i always make sure i put it somewhere i SEE it (conciously or subconciously) everyday… for example by my bedroom mirror or on my phone lockscreen . with things like pinterest & chat gbt at our fingertips, there’s no excuse to ~not~ make a vision board for 2026. remember that making it is one thing, but practices like visulization & revisiting it daily will help you fast-track your goals/desires . happy 2026!! 🥂 what’s going on your vision board this year? ✨ . new year, vision board vs reality, 2026

day 6 of the higher self series !! no voiceover, just vibes 💫 . higher self, self improvement, 20 day challenge

day ✋🏼 of the higher self series !! where i essentially reject my current reality and live in the feeling of the life i *want* in order to manifest it 💫 . todays lesson, never underestimate the power of fresh air & movement #energyreset #higherself #20daychallenge #mindfulness

day 4 of the higher self series: it ain’t always pretty. but it will be worth it! ✨ . 20 day challenge, higher self, mindfulness, wellness

higher self series day 3!! a short but sweet bit of my morning mindfulness because while i’m still getting in the groove of a daily routine… i’m also still working on the flow of recording/editing lol . a gentle reminder that spiritual wellness doesn’t require meditating for hours on end. it can also look like a few deep breaths in the sun ☀️ . 20 day challenge, higher self, hiking

higher self series day 2! there was a time when i would dream of days like this 🥹 #higherself #20daychallenge #backcountryskiing

day 1 of living my best life (before it actually exists) ✨ . . . part of my higher self series, where i essentially reject reality and live in the vibe of my higher self in order to manifest my best life . . . day in the life, higher self, manifestation

it’s almost 2026 & i could use a major energy shift. reflecting on the last few months have forced me to confront a very hard truth: i’m becoming that person who doesn’t follow through on things… yikes. and so the saying goes, “nothing changes, if nothing changes” i’ve decided to spend the next 20 days re-committing to myself committing to living my ideal life, even though i’m still building it there is a better life out there for me, so i’ve decided for the next few weeks, i’m going to act as IF i already have the things i wish to have… even though my current reality may reflect the complete opposite they say that when we live in the end result internally, we create that same result externally. is it delusional/slightly unhinged? is it going to be difficult to reject my current circumstances in the pursuit of a higher timeline, yes. but i owe it to myself to at least try! i’m committing to be the best version of myself, physically, mentally, emotionally & spiritually for the next 20 days. i’ll be documenting this on here + writing about it on my substack @higherselfhikes happy december! #20daychallenge #higherself #energyrest

ever heard of sunset therapy?  🌅 i’m often talking to people who understand the calming effects of nature but say they have no time in their day to escape to it here is your reminder you don’t have to go far...the sun literally sets every day ! studies show that watching the sunset: 🔸reduces stress hormones like cortisol 🔸triggers the release of dopamine in the brain due to the colors 🔸regulates your circadian rhythm improving sleep wherever you are, take this as a sign to go watch the sunset this evening 🌞 #mindfulness #sunsettherapy #stressreduction