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In this week’s episode of Wildly Unplug, Lauren shares the real challenge behind her “1000 Rejections” journey—and it’s not what you might think.

Week one was about taking the leap. Week two? Learning how to start again.

After gaining momentum, a pause crept in—and with it came doubt, overthinking, and the fear of slipping back into old patterns. From a meaningful rejection by the Sea Turtle Conservancy to a fun (but surprisingly emotional) loss at the Key West dog show, this episode dives into the emotional reality of putting yourself out there again after things don’t go your way.

Lauren unpacks:

• Why rejection isn’t the hardest part—restarting is
• How taking action (not overthinking) restores energy and confidence
• Turning rejection into redirection (and creative opportunity)
• The mindset shift from chasing wins to building consistency
• What “Becoming the Bison” really means in practice

Plus, she shares her Week 2 stats, lessons learned, and a powerful reminder inspired by Muhammad Ali: you don’t lose when you get knocked down—you lose when you stay down.

If you’ve ever felt stuck after a setback, this episode is your nudge to try again.

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And until next time… unplug, get outside, and see what develops. 🌿

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