<p>&quot;I spent five summers working as a tree planter in the rural wilderness of northern British Columbia. It saved my life and almost killed me at the same time. By day, I was doing one of the most physically and emotionally grueling jobs a person can do. Working in the snow, the rain, and the heat, while having scary encounters with bears, wasps, and ATVs, questioning my existence.</p> <p><br></p> <p>And by night, I was sitting by bonfires, taking drugs, having sex, and parting my face off with the greatest community of people I&#39;ve ever met. &quot;</p> <p><br></p> <p>This episode is sponsored brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at www.betterhelp.com/PDT and get on your way to being your best self.</p>