Life of Adventure
It’s crazy to reflect on where we’ve been- my feet, heart, and soul. Even more astounding is where The Great Spirit leads – up huge mountains, through twists and turns, down in deep caves and valleys, and then we emerge into the heart of the sea. I stand here today holding a torch filled with great wisdom, rich life experience, a melting pot of education, and a tender heart of gold – along with scars that reveal a life fully lived by consciously choosing the path leading directly toward my highest human potential.
What a wild ride. A grand life lived, endured, and survived. Along the way, I’ve learned what it means to thrive, rise, and lift others with me. Consciously intending to make each moment count, harvest and compost losses, and name the gains. I love God and people, and I’m growing into a deep love for myself.
“How is this possible?” I ask myself when I remember the small town I grew up in. I spent my childhood running wild and free in the corn fields through the trails we blazed, taking jazz, tap & ballet classes, and dreaming of being an Olympic gymnast someday.
Traveling when I was young opened many doors to my higher consciousness, activated an awareness of other cultures, and sparked a curiosity about how humans live globally. This component has transformed me into the loving, kind, empathetic, compassionate, and aware woman I am today. Through traveling, I realized we’re all more alike than different – whether we live in Israel or India, Europe or Africa, Nepal or Thailand.
Through it all, I’ve become a woman with a powerful voice. Reaching this place to stand hasn’t been easy. No one taught me how to live. I had to search for it. But the struggle brought strength to areas of weakness, and the pain clarified what I most desired. I realized one of my greatest fears was being female. Maybe that’s why my Life’s Work landed in the field of UltraRunning & Woman-Centered Transformational Coaching, Training, and Leadership. And why I’ve been intuitively studying this field for over 30 years.
Education
Life, for me, has become a Trail of Transcendence, a Sanctuary of The Woman’s Way and a How to Live School. My education includes a BA in Psychology. During this time, I also studied anthropology, women’s studies, and religious studies. With a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture, Biomedicine, and Herbal Medicine, I learned how to navigate life just as the meridian Qi navigates through my body. Believe it or not, this is why ultra running is a passion – the trails are the meridians, and the trees are our lungs.
Additional certifications include sports medicine personal trainer, integrative nutrition expert, Ayurveda consultant, yoga teacher, and digital lifestyle coach. DeAnna Batdorff has been an influential teacher, field guide, and friend.
Through this exploration, I’ve had the opportunity to volunteer worldwide while learning from Ayurvedic Doctors, Barefoot Medicine People, and Ancient Healers. Healed people heal people.
Discovering the work of the brilliant Claire Zammit, PhD, in 2016 was a landmark moment. Hearing her speak for the first time, I began to cry. The language I was programmed to understand resonated deeply with my soul. She has mentored me since then, leading me through a deep dive into the principles of Feminine Power and integrating them into all I am and choose to do, helping me to become who I am. Completing certification courses from the Institute of Woman-Centered Coaching, Training, and Leadership and becoming a woman-centered transformational coach have been highlights of my life. Ashley Fuller-Rubin, Adria Kitchens, Dr. Jana Smith, and Dianna Hanken have been vital resources for my professional development.
House of Transformation
The Woman’s Way illuminated my Great Life’s Work and highlighted the chrysalis that holds it, which I named The Bohemian Athlete. This name signifies the solid structure of the Great Work and carries the offering to the brilliant Bohemian Queens I’m excited to serve.
So welcome to our House, Ladies. A seat at our table is reserved for you—a place to get nourished and fulfilled. Here, I share my teachings and experiences and offer valuable ways to integrate them into your inner life and apply them to your vision for the future you’re creating. My job is to ensure you are centered, connected, and highly resourced with what you will need to transform as we ascend. May both of your wings grow strong & prepared; ready for our flight.
Woman-Centered Transformational Coaching
For those who yearn to go deeper, I also offer Woman-Centered Transformational Coaching, which you can find under “Coaching.” I look forward to connecting with you and would be honored to get to know you more! Remember to subscribe to our newsletter by adding your contact information in the pop-up. If you have suggestions for improving the teachings or if there are topics you want to know more about, your opinions matter. Respond by adding them to the Contact Form on the Tool Bar. Thank you for being here and for who you are.
Stay Alive. We need you here.
Peace & Love, Micah Allene Hardke