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The Pilgrim's Odyssey

The Pilgrim's Odyssey is your daily jolt of hope. Every episode brings you inspirational stories and practical advice on living deeply, united in a spirit of friendship and love. Silouan Green, The Pilgrim's Odyssey host, began to find his own answers after a tragic jet crash on an epic 23-month, over 20,000 mile motorcycle trip. For over 20 years he has spoken and taught thousands to take positive action in facing the trials and traumas of life.

It’s been an icy day here in Indiana – on the roads, the sidewalks, the trees. Days like this always remind me of my time in Iceland when I was in High School. The land of fire and ice.

One lesson I learned from that trip was how to be alone with yourself. I mean really alone.

Sitting alone, miles away from anyone. You hear voices, the earth speaks to you, and birds are more than birds. Heck I was attacked by some I thought were friends!

One day it was like life’s mystery unfolded in front of me while sitting on an enormous boulder. There will be great wonder, but great suffering. I didn’t really understand real suffering at the time, but I’ve found it to be true. To live is to suffer, and anytime you overcome that is a triumph.