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Welcome back to the Westward Podcast , I’m your host, Devin Dole (formerly Conley), and today we’re talking about what it means to tend your fire.
And I'm not referring to your to-do list, I'm talking your inner fire, the thing that keeps you warm on cold trails and rooted when life tries to pull you in a dozen directions.
This episode is inspired by the quiet grit of old Louis L’Amour cowboys and the still, slow work of real life. A reminder that your fire matters, even when it’s down to just embers. Especially then.
I’ll share some personal reflections, simple rhythms that help me stay grounded, and a few thoughts on what burnout really looks like (and what to do when you’re already there). If you’re feeling a little worn thin, this one’s for you.
00:00 – Welcome to the Westward Podcast
01:02 – Morning greetings & life lately
02:05 – Why “tending your fire” matters
02:19 – Louis L’Amour and cowboy mornings
05:14 – What tending your fire actually looks like
09:52 – Simple tips to fight burnout
16:19 – When the fire feels out: what now?
25:01 – Final thoughts & a little hope for your ride
32:19 – Closing notes & sponsor shoutout
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