From Pain To Empowerment: Story From The Sole w/ Paola Volante
Season #3
Paola, a member of the Foot Collective community, shares her journey of discovering foot health and the impact it has had on her life. She found the Foot Collective through an Instagram post that resonated with her desire for a healthier lifestyle. Paola started going barefoot on the grass and felt a sense of freedom and joy. She had a history of foot pain and was told by her family and a doctor that she would likely need surgery. However, through her involvement with the Foot Collective, she has found acceptance, support, and alternative ways to improve her foot health. Paola Volante shares her journey of transitioning to barefoot shoes and taking control of her foot health. She discusses the pain and discomfort she experienced from wearing traditional shoes and how she discovered the benefits of toe spreaders and barefoot shoes. Paola emphasizes the importance of looking at and appreciating our feet, as well as the freedom and empowerment that comes from taking an active approach to foot health. She also highlights the impact of the Foot Collective community in her journey and the desire to break the cycle of foot problems in her family.