Only When I Step on It

One Man's Inspiring Journey to Hike the Appalachian Trail Alone

De: Peter E. Conti

Narrado por: Peter E. Conti

What if you could experience the thrill of an epic voyage through insurmountable obstacles without leaving the comfort of your own home?

It was 23 months after his accident, and Peter was still dealing with constant excruciating pain. He'd seen dozens of doctors and tried a myriad of medications, but nothing seemed to work. Faced with the impossible choice of suffering through the rest of his life, he had an unlikely epiphany, "If I could somehow hike 2,000 miles on the Appalachian Trail, then my leg will have to be better."

He set a starting date three weeks out, cobbled together a novice's pack, and set off on a journey destined to change his life forever—though not exactly how he had envisioned it. From the bleakest breakdowns to hilarious adventures, Peter's story is equal parts entertaining, enthralling, and enlightening. Join him on the trail, one step in front of the other, as he searches for some way to heal his body and soul while struggling with chronic pain, anxiety, and depression.

Can listening to this audiobook really change your life?

• Discover how to overcome insurmountable obstacles one step at a time.
• Experience the joy and freedom of hiking the Appalachian Trail (while wrapped up in a blanket at home).
• Get a boost for your body and soul as you laugh your way through his hilarious antics and adventures.
• Enjoy the relief you experience as you walk with the author while escaping from your day to day concerns.

If you've enjoyed best-selling memoirs and biographies by authors like Cheryl Strayed, Bill Bryson, and Grandma Gatewood, then you'll enjoy this inspiring memoir about hiking the Appalachian Trail. If you're struggling to find hope and healing after trauma, you'll find encouragement to get back up. You might even find the courage to give solo travel a try yourself. Scroll up to buy this audiobook now!

©2021 Peter E. Conti (P)2022 Peter E. Conti

Perseverance

I appreciated Peter’s story of his injury and how hiking the AT helped improve his physical, mental and emotional health. His story provides inspiration and hope for those of us who would also like to thru-hike the AT but face assorted challenges.

Honest and real

I liked how it was easy to relate and see myself taking on an adventure like Peter did. Thank you for the inspiration! I to am in my 50s, suffer from depression, and just life in general. I plan on hiking the AT in hopes I can walk off 40 plus years of pain and anger. This book puts me a step closer and keeps me motivated for such a journey. Thanks again!!

Excellent, Inspiring, Meaningful True Story

I love this book and being part of Peter's journey through it. My copy is audible. I did need to slow down the speed on the narration but that was my only issue. The book is full of inspiring moments, and a true picture of difficulties on the AT. I appreciate the author's transparency and humility when acknowledging poor decision. I have a 18 year old friend trying to overcome injuries in a traumatic car accident. Will definitely share. Thank Peter, for sharing your life, struggles and victories. You have a remarkable outlook on life.

Inspirational listen

This not my normal type of book to listen to but it was decided to read for my book club. It didn’t take me long to get into this book, I just had to know how it ended. I loved how Peter was brutally honest with his physical, mental and emotional struggles both on the trail and back home. The very end of the book hit me personally in how I feel/handle some aspects of my family which pushed this book to high up on my “really great reads” list.

Amazing Story! I highly recommend!

I am so inspired by Peter’s story. I have spent many days backpacking on the AT and recognize a lot of the places referenced. I have already shared this inspiring story with several of my friends. Every time I think I can’t accomplish something, I will think about what Peter has gone through to come to terms with his situation and reach Katahdin!

Great Story

Mr. Conti is a brave man, but also humble and honest about his struggles. I enjoyed hearing about his adventures along the AT, some scary and some really quite amusing. There were times I thought he would certainly give up because of his unrelenting pain but his determination to achieve his goal was more about healing himself than making some kind of statement about his achievements, His family must be enormously proud of him.

Inspiring Story

This book needed much more editing and the author should have done more research on pronunciation, wildlife, and other things. The way he pronounced words and names of cities made me cringe. I have friends from Dahlonega, Georgia and he butchered that name along with many others. It made him sound a bit simple minded. Also, if he knew the wolf was extinct why did he keep calling it a wolf? A bit of research into modern day coyotes would have helped. I thought editors helped with these types of errors. A professional narrator would have made this so much better.

Overall, it’s an inspiring story, but I was relieved when I came to the end of this book! It didn’t leave me wanting more.

Acceptance... the journey

Really enjoyed listening to Peters book. While I, like him, really longed for the fairytale ending of complete healing, the conclusion did not disappoint. Life is what we get, just got to figure out to deal with what comes our way! Peter does that in a way that is relatable and real, he does inspire. In the last year I've been diagnosed with an arthritic spine pulling up a life so packed full of adventure; ocean sailing, ocean and river paddling, hiking, building, cycling and just endless physical activity that its been incredibly hard to deal with. In my quest to overcome I am 3 weeks off starting an 800km walk on the Camino Frances, hoping to manage my issues and get to Santiago and a new place in my head. I came across Peters book quite happenstance and love that it has been so totally on point! I am sure when I am dealing with difficulties along the way of my journey, your determination and attitude will whisper in my head - great story Peter, enjoy keeping on!!

Very inspiring. Thoroughly enjoyed listening to this excellent book.

If Peter can walk 2,189 miles of the Appalachian Trail, you can too. We can do more than we think we can. Break complex scenarios into smaller parts, then complete the small objectives in sequence. You can accomplish more than you may now think feasible. This book edified me and I think it can edify you as well.

Great book.

I enjoyed the author’s honesty. This is truly an uplifting story of perseverance during great personal adversity.