Harrington talk with Lea Appleton, a Southern Californian who promotes the joys of mindful walking. Lea shares her journey from discovering hiking in Girl Scouts to falling in love with walking later in life. She discusses her

transition from a career in higher education to coaching, and how she found solace and clarity in walking. Lea explains the concept of mindful walking, her experience with personal pilgrimages, and the impact of nature on mental health and wellbeing. She also details her efforts to incorporate this practice into group activities and her coaching, as well as future plans, including a new blog and book. The conversation highlights the transformative power of walking mindfully and Lea's hope for making life easier for women.