In this episode, we sit down with Hai Luong, a spine doctor from Sacramento who knows what it means to "Be The Energy". Hai is no stranger to adversity, escaping a hostile Vietnam with his family as a child, finding a home in a new country, pursuing a rigorous medical specialty, and much more.

But it was through these challenges that Hai was able to discover the power of community and how the people around him could be a strong "safety net" in times of trouble. He found that taking the time to reconnect with himself and his community was always the key he needed to "grow his roots" and stay grounded in his endeavors.

Now he shares some of these wisdom gems with us in hopes that we can, in turn, become the best versions of ourselves for ourselves and those around us.

In this episode, Daniel sits down with Courtney Brown, an HR professional turned marathon runner whose journey into the sport was deeply intertwined with the support of her dad, who recently passed away.

Join us as Courtney shares her inspiring story—from the early days of lacing up her sneakers with her dad cheering her on from the sidelines to the pivotal moments that have shaped her running and her life.

Through the bond they shared, and the impact of his encouragement on her athletic pursuits, she finds new meaning with each day and an entirely new reason for running.

Courtney will be running the upcoming Chicago marathon in honor of her dad, who called the city his hometown. She will be running with the American Cancer Society's charity team and is currently raising money to support their continued cancer-fighting efforts.

If you would like to support Courtney and her cause, you can donate using the link below:

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