Episodes

Meaning isn’t found in the spectacular. It’s built moment by moment, step by step, ant by ant, and grain by grain. In Day 16 of 40 Days in the Wilderness, Ben Walters realizes that awareness creates gratitude. From the ants t...

In a world chasing the perfect Instagram shot, Ben Walters finds a better souvenir: stillness. Day 15 of 40 Days in the Wilderness reminds us that the best moments happen when you stop chasing the next thing and simply be . F...

If anyone deserves an ice cream today, it's Ben Walters. From cheap transportation to missed transportation to no transportation, Ben still makes it to his destination on time, with a little time to spare for ice cream. Full ...

Sometimes, when we set out to find something extraordinary, we discover the beauty in what’s ordinary. Day 13 of 40 Days in the Wilderness is about keeping your eyes on the canopy but your feet on the ground. As Ben Walters s...

After 11 days of unplugging and reconnecting, Ben is excited to be around people again on day 12. Check out his journey as 5 different modes of transportation, from complete strangers, take him to a beautiful (albeit cold!) d...

When the conch shell rings, everyone gathers. On day 11, Ben Walters continues to unplug and disconnect from the outside world while learning to appreciate and connect with the people and places right in front of him. Full 40...

What happens when you strip away every comfort and distraction? On Day 10, Ben Walters trades screens and noise for saltwater and stillness. Out on his paddleboard, surrounded by the reef, he learns that life’s richest moment...

Day 9 of 40 Days in the Wilderness dives deep into the Belize Barrier Reef, from feeding tarpons to swimming with turtles. Between the adventures, Ben pauses to reflect on how easy it is to miss the beauty right in front of u...

In the rain-soaked streets of Dangriga, Ben Walters rediscovers the simple joy of being fully present. Surrounded by drums, laughter, and color, Day 8 of 40 Days is a reminder that renewal begins when we stop watching life an...

Day 7 finds Ben Walters deep in Belize, walking the last stretch at sunset, and laughing at how the universe delivers exactly what we ask for. Just not always how we imagined it. Full 40 Days in the Wilderness Series: https:/...

Iguanas. A massive crocodile. A ferry. A local legend. On Day 6 of 40 Days in the Wilderness, Ben Walters explores a legend on the island of Caye Caulker: a 20-foot croc named Dog Meat. Full 40 Days in the Wilderness Series: ...

On Day 5 of 40 Days in the Wilderness, at a beach bar in Belize, Ben Walters discovers a truth about what sets us apart. Just like businesses that thrive, our lives stand out when we’re willing to invest in what makes us uniq...

On Day 4, Ben faces the uncomfortable truth that being an explorer also means being a consumer. Can we enjoy the world’s beauty without destroying it? As concrete replaces mangroves, we must reflect on the tension between pro...

On Day 3, Ben Walters reflects on ambition, burnout, and the search for purpose. What does success really look like? Is it scaling up a multi-million dollar business? Or is it making sure you have time to spend with those you...

On Day 2 of 40 Days in the Wilderness , “Benny Hustle” meets his match: an island that refuses to move fast. Ben Walters begins to let go of the drive to do more and learns the art of just being. Full 40 Days in the Wildernes...

What happens when even rest feels like work? On Day 1 of 40 Days in the Wilderness, Ben Walters wrestles with guilt, expectations, and faith. The more we try to control outcomes, the more we miss the beauty in front of us. Fu...

After 20 years of sermons, business, and nonstop motion, Ben Walters begins his 40 Days in the Wilderness adventure. On Day 1, he reflects on what it means to finally step off the treadmill and slow down long enough to listen...

After years of nonstop work, Ben Walters is pressing pause. He begins 40 Days in the Wilderness with one goal: stop circling the same tracks and rediscover what truly makes life meaningful. Full 40 Days in the Wilderness Seri...

We all reach for comfort when life feels stressful. Is that comfort healing you or holding you back from what’s next? Ben Walters highlights how small cycles keep us stuck. Instead of numbing stress with quick fixes, what if ...

Your possessions are either tools for joy or barriers to it. Ben Walters reminds us that the things we buy to make us happy can end up weighing us down. Maybe it’s time to clear the space and rediscover joy. Book a compliment...

What we can’t see often scares us the most, but beauty lives right alongside danger. Join Ben Walters in embracing the unknown, stepping off the safe path, and discovering what’s waiting when we walk through our fear. Book a ...

Before the 1972 Dolphins had their perfect season, they lost. And they lost a lot. Ben Walters reminds us that success is often built on seasons of imperfection, where lessons, patience, and persistence lay the foundation for...

As the manger scene empties and the excitement fades, we are reminded that Christmas isn’t over. Ben Walters challenges us to make room not just at Christmas, but every day. Whether through an open door, a kind word, or a sha...

Amongst Fort Worth’s public art, Ben Walters asks: do we still see the people around us, or are we too lost in our phones to notice? Life is full of chance encounters and moments that can teach us, heal us, or change our dire...