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Oct 3
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finding freedom & the sacred in the ever...

cara and leo
About this episode

welcome to a VERY special episode that is an interview with the incredible adam lind (@adam.floatinghome) - author, human connection advocate, content creator & all around incredibly inspiring person! we talk about his new book 'Floating Home: Lessons From A Life Less Ordinary' and some of the themes he touches upon within it, including (but not limited to):

  • overcoming intrusive thoughts
  • navigating grief
  • daring to live a life less ordinary
  • existensialism
  • finding freedom within discipline
  • making the mundane sacred
  • the power of human kindness & connection


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