I've never once gotten somewhere and been like, oh, I wish I had driven.

I really wish I had gotten in a car instead.

And it extends to even things like using lift and cabs and different ways to get around.

I'm always so much happier if I decided to take a bike or a bus or a walk.

And I've never once regretted my

decision, even if it takes a little bit extra time.

I'm Jocelyn K. Gly, and this is Hurry Slowly, a podcast about pacing yourself, where I explore

how you can be more productive, creative, and resilient

through the simple act of slowing down.

Today's episode is special to me because it's an opportunity to talk about one of my lifelong

obsessions, walking.

I can confidently say that almost all of my best memories have happened in one of two places,

sitting outside on a porch, which we'll talk more about in a future episode,

or wandering down a sidewalk.

New friendships, new romances, new cities, new ideas.

I find that all of these things blossom best for me when I'm on foot and on the go.

And I should tell you that, consistent with the theme of this show, my pace is much more of a stroll than a stride.

Despite living in New York City for about 13 years now, my walking speed remains stubbornly slow.

For me, walking has always been about wandering and daydreaming, things that are hard to do at

your desk.

But today's guest, the aptly named Alyssa Walker, opened my mind to even more expansive

possibilities for walking.

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