I’m excited to share a major milestone for Wilderness for Wellness. My Mental Health Manual for Scouts  has officially been published and adopted by Scouts BSA Hong Kong Troop 1, where it now lives as a resource for Scouts, leaders, and families. What started as a personal project grounded in research and lived experience has become part of a real Scouting community—and that means everything to me. This manual was designed specifically for Boy Scout troops, recognizing the un

This month, I had the privilege of presenting Wilderness for Wellness  online to Troop 1 Hong Kong — the same troop where my Scouting journey first began. About thirty Scouts joined the session, where we explored how the core principles of Scouting—resilience, preparedness, and teamwork—can also strengthen mental well-being. The presentation was based on A Boy Scouts Mental Health Manual , a guide I developed to help Scouts understand stress, emotional health, and the value

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