The Miles We Run: Navigating Infertility, Surrogacy and Resilience with Alison Beder Solway (E150!)

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In today’s episode, I am chatting with Alison Beder Solway. Alison lives in Toronto, Canada, with her family and starts every day with a strong cup of coffee. She is passionate about fitness and reading and believes that there is nothing powerful than sharing our experiences. Her memoir, The Miles We Run: Lessons From the Arena of Resilience, marks her debut as an author. Alison’s story is a testament to the strength and resilience that lies in us all.

Episode Highlights:

• Alison’s memoir centers around resilience and her personal journey through infertility and surrogacy.
• She shares the resources she wishes had existed 25 years ago, offering guidance and hope to others on a similar path.
• The book uses marathon running as a powerful metaphor for enduring and overcoming life’s challenges.
• While rooted in her specific experiences, Alison’s story resonates with anyone who has faced obstacles in life.
• We discuss the evolving journey of motherhood, including its joys and challenges. Including pivoting careers and finding renewed purpose.
• We explore the importance of establishing boundaries to be fully present with our children—what she calls “the most important work we will ever do.”
• Her book flight includes rereadable favorites and books she’s loved throughout her life.

Connect with Alison:

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• Website
• Facebook
• Purchase The Miles We Run

Show Notes

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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:

• Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
• Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
• A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
• A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
• The Choice by Dr. Edith Eva Eger
• The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown
• Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Book Flight

• Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
• Lessons in Chemisty by Bonnie Garmus
• The Nightingale b

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