In this episode I talk with Rachel, someone I experienced at an event before I "met" her in a more intimate setting, and even more recently at Third Nature Summer Camp (which is happening again Labor Day Weekend 2026)!

Some highlights:

1:30- What makes Rachel feel wellthy AF lately

3:00- The pay off of taking micro risks

5:55- Shifting Judgment to Curiosity to create openness to connect with others

9:00- Creating safety and permission for myself= the same for others

11:00 Rachel's thinking behind the creation of Storytell

15:40- Storytell as Rachel's service to the community

17:00- What has surprised and/or challenged Rachel

23:00- Storytelling as the most human and meditative thing

26:00- Rachel's biggest wildest dreams for Storytell

33:00- Investing to neighbors to create Home

37:00- Managing rejection and being open when making bids for connection

39:00- Build the community, be the catalyst for what you want to create

About Rachel:

Rachel Saslaw is a multi-passionate community builder, storyteller, and product marketer exploring where technology meets humanity — and how we build for growth and belonging. She leads product marketing for DaySmart’s recreation software, helping neighborhoods connect through fitness and recreation. She is also the founder of StoryTell, a 700+ member community, supported by Hinge’s One More Hour Grant, that hosts in-person storytelling gatherings to foster empathy, curiosity, and connection in New York City. Rachel writes, speaks, and consults on experience design and the intersection of technology, community, and mental health.

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