Being an independent athlete is hard enough without the added feeling of being alone all the time. I've been incredibly lucky to have my coach be one of my best friends and to have my families support, but sometimes you just need a friend who's going through the same things as you. This episode I share how I became friends with some of my competitors, overcame the idea of being on my own, and came to the realization that your community doesn't have to be rooted in your teammates. These are all just my original thoughts so take it with a grain of salt and enjoy the ride.