

Cheryl Strayed: “Wild”
Jan 2, 2019
Cheryl Strayed, author of the best-selling memoir "Wild," shares her profound journey of self-discovery following her mother's death. She vividly recounts her transformative 1,100-mile hike on the Pacific Crest Trail, discussing the raw emotions of grief and resilience it sparked. Cheryl confronts fears, navigates gender dynamics on the trail, and reflects on the lasting influence of her mother. Through powerful anecdotes, she emphasizes the healing power of nature and literature, illustrating how confronting pain can lead to deep personal growth.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
From Grief to Growth
01:55 • 9min
A Journey Begins: Discovering the Pacific Crest Trail
11:20 • 2min
The Journey of Self-Discovery
13:00 • 8min
Navigating Fear and Gender Dynamics on a Solo Hike
21:19 • 3min
A Wilderness Awakening
24:40 • 6min
Facing Fear on the Trail
31:10 • 14min
A Mother's Everlasting Influence
45:00 • 2min
Embracing Love and Loss
46:42 • 21min
Embracing Love and Acceptance Through Literature
01:07:55 • 2min