182 | Wrong Kind of Rally

Born in Korea and adopted by Japanese American parents in Seattle, Shari Leid knows what it means to search for belonging. A former litigator who reinvented herself as a life coach and author, she set out on a life-changing journey to all 50 states, meeting 50 women along the way. Susan and Shari talk about fostering friendships, flipping perspectives, and fueling fearless connection. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✈️ The unexpected way Shari's solo journey across America reshaped her view of belonging ✈️ Why she believes human connection will thrive despite AI and virtual work ✈️ The three types of organizations you must join if you want to build a strong community ✈️ How her experience growing up as an adoptee shaped her lifelong search for belonging ✈️ The powerful movement she launched, Flip the Box, and how you can join ✈️ Why she wishes hotels would stop announcing room numbers at check-in ✈️ The moment a white supremacy rally tested her commitment to open-hearted travel Listen now to be inspired by Shari's incredible adventure and her mission to bring people together!