Fawn and Matt reflect on how even simple, positive activities like gathering with friends or going for a walk can sometimes feel complicated or unsafe in today’s world. Fawn shares personal experiences of feeling cautious in public spaces and discusses how social dynamics and urban design can make people feel disconnected from one another. The conversation turns to the many benefits of walking, inspired by insights from Dr. Courtney Conley, who explains how small increases in daily steps can significantly improve physical and mental health. Despite the obstacles that sometimes arise when trying to do good things, Fawn and Matt encourage listeners to keep moving forward with care, connection, and optimism.

“Whenever you have a good idea or a good thing you’re doing, be mindful that the negative will come along to try to steer you away from the good thing that you’re doing… so just go with smarts, go with protection, go with love, go with an expectation that you are held in a wonderful light with safety and health, and lots of beautiful support.”

— Fawn

• Walking for health

• Community connection

• War of Art

• Fear and resistance

• Friendship

• Mental health

• Depression prevention

• Daily steps benefits

• Racial bias and community

• Small acts of self-care

• Urban walking

• Mind-body connection

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