Resources

Appearances

Conversations on resilience, grief, joy, and leadership — a few of Lorca’s favourites, with podcasters and writers she loved talking with.

Podcasts

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Make Life Less Difficult

Lorca Smetana: choosing love in the midst of grief and loss.

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Two Gals and a Mic

Creating resiliency through radical acts of revolution.

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Unbound Turnarounds

Become an epicenter of resilience, with Lorca Smetana.

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Magic in the Room

Hannah, Luke and Lorca on the connection between resilience and wellbeing.

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WildTracks

With Casey and Vanessa — resilience, joy and grief in nature.

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Northstar Sleep School

With Kristen Rainey, a discussion about resilience — lots of laughing.

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For the Love of Climbing

With Kathy Karlo, within the deep humanity of this beloved climbing podcast.

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Articles

In print

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Soul Gardener: Lorca Smetana

Out of tragedy, grief, and trauma, Lorca Smetana has managed to find and spread joy throughout her adult life.

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Supporting Mental Health After a Major Outdoor Accident

Lorca’s contribution to Viristar’s article on supporting mental health after a major outdoor incident.

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