The answer to whether you are walking or wandering often changes from season to season – life is fickle in that way.  We asked some of the folks we most admire to reflect on whether they feel like they are walking or wandering and have shared some of their responses below.

Zachary Tutor

I think wandering leads to a path others might want to try and follow. If you’re following a path – It means someone has already been down it. Wandering is much more exciting and leads to much better discoveries that are truly your own. Read More>> 

Isabelle Krief

For many years, I was going through life kind of unconsciously and without a real purpose. I did what was expected of me from my family and society. I went to school, then college, got married and on to a teaching job. As I grew older, I started looking for a purpose, something that would make me happy. Read More>> 

Felix Igori Ramos

Wow! This is one hell of an icebreaker question. I guess I could have chosen something easier, but that’s never been me. I tend to choose the path of MOST resistance. Not because I think highly of myself. It’s quite the opposite but I guess I crave the growth. So, am I walking a path or wandering? If I’m keeping it real. Read More>>

Akos Gabossy

I definitely walk a path—but sometimes I wish I could just wander without consequences. Over 10 years ago, I set out to build the biggest escape room chain, and I’ve shaped my entire life around that mission. The vision was always clear, even if the circumstances forced constant adaptation. We didn’t have much luck, but now we’re close. Read More>> 

Zoe Ze Zhou

I think I’m walking a path, but it’s not one I found—it’s one I’m making as I go. My work often starts with a feeling or a question, like wondering what it would mean for humans and plants to share space as equals. Read More>> 

Jasmine Lainfiesta

Wandering. I feel like it is hard to always have a straight path when it comes to living life so wandering seems to be the best way for me to enjoy life and experience what it has to offer. Read More>> 

Jonas Rogers

I’m walking a path, but it’s not mine. I have an idea of where I’m trying to go, but I veer off from time to time — get lost for a little, then find my way back. Sometimes quickly, sometimes not. The path I’m walking belongs to life. And it’s constantly changing. I know, I know… Read More>>