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#117 | Human Connection, Dealing With In...

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Back from speaking and a few live events, Sally shares about the importance of human connection & the longing we all have for community.


Other Episode Highlights:

  • Fall is here and so are the allergies
  • Trailfest & Mammoth 200 chat
  • Hiking for ice-cream
  • Speaking in Missouri
  • Impactful stories and people Sally met in KY, TN, & MO
  • Kids and families Sally connected with
  • Running with others
  • Early morning coffee & gym routine


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