Why Showing Up Matters More Than Ever

We are living in a world where people feel lonelier than ever. And yet, one of the most underrated but powerful things we can do is simply show up.

Let’s start with some background:

In 2021, I found myself walking the same path at Friendship Park every day. It wasn’t just about movement—it was about escape. I had spent so much time behind screens, inside four walls, and craving something real. My dog, Findlay, sniffed her way through every inch of the trails, while I tried to process what my next c…