Winter is a time to connect with yourself and nature without interruption. I was always an extrovert who filled herself up on the chatter, banter and joy of being surrounded by other people. But as I’ve got older, I’ve learned to value the healing power of solitude – the need to fill myself up first. […]
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Samantha Mythen
Walk Shorts writer Samantha Mythen is currently adventuring around the world, writing, hiking and cycling. She studied law but is now a journalist. She has worked for RNZ and freelanced for global publications, including Japan Today.
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