How can you embrace the silver linings in all the ups and downs of the human experience? Cheryl Strayed, #1 NYT bestselling author, writer, producer, and podcast host went on a physical and spiritual quest when she trekked the Pacific Crest Trail, and the challenge uncovered a powerful strength within herself. She shares how to have the courage to be vulnerable, see the light when you're stuck in the dark, create change through small steps, and turn all your failures and triumphs into a gift.

- Come to Cathy's retreat in Boca Raton, June 25-27! cathyheller.com/retreat

- Watch Tiny Beautiful Things on Hulu this Friday, April 7th! https://hulu.tv/3U1qHVy

- Sign up for Cheryl's newsletter & Dear Sugar letters at https://www.cherylstrayed.com/disc.htm

- Get Cheryl's books (Wild, Tiny Beautiful Things, Brave Enough, Torch) at https://www.cherylstrayed.com/

- Follow Cheryl Strayed on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @cherylstrayed

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