My guest today is Mary Seals.

Mary is a fellow spouse in the US Foreign Service and we connected because her husband found my podcast through the episode with Gavin McClurg (episode 35).  After listening, he reached out and said, “hey I’m a paraglider, and in the foreign service, and studying to become a coach!”  And that connection led to meeting Mary and ultimately, this episode!


Mary joins me today to share the story of her transformation:  from adamantly NOT a dog person to owning and loving a very special dog named Pax.  

Pax is a Giant Schnauzer and along with being a transformative influence in her own family, also extends her special canine presence to others through her work as a therapy dog.  

As a dog lover and animal lover, in general, I’m so delighted to share this story with you.  You may want to keep a tissue on hand, for Pax touches the heart not just in person, but also through the sharing of her story.  

Mary, thank you so much for coming on the podcast and sharing about your journey with Pax.  Thank you for all the work you have done and continue to do to create opportunities for so many people to be touched by interacting with Pax.  And thank you for your own willingness to be transformed, to become a dog trainer, to see the needs in your family and be willing to do something bold and audacious (get a dog!!) in order to create a space for healing and connection.  

You and Pax are making the world a better and more joyful place!


Follow Pax and Mary on InstaGram: @PaxtheGiant

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