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Season 1, Episode 18: Building Community in Asheville with Daniel Ratner

• Introduction to Daniel Ratner, Co-Founder of Drip Sauna
• Insight on Ashevilles' first wood-fired sauna and cold plunge experience
• The epidemic of loneliness and how community spaces like Drip Sauna foster belonging (60% of Americans feel lonely)
• Travis shares a vulnerable story about grief, healing, and the power of sweat during tough times
• The role of sauna and cold plunge for somatic healing, resilience, and transformation
• Building a values-driven business in wellness: collaboration, authenticity, and ease
• Sauna culture as a container for inclusivity, deep conversation, and bridging divides
• The importance of men's and women's circles and gender-inclusive wellness
• Ritual, habit, and the future of wellness gatherings in Asheville

Key Takeaways:

• Drip Sauna is equal parts healing, relaxation, and community-building
• Cold plunges and sauna can help move emotional pain and create clarity
• Wellness businesses thrive through authentic connection and diverse community
• Small-group spaces naturally lead to deep conversation and real friendship
• Curiosity, authenticity, and ‘saying yes’ are the foundation for building community
• Inclusivity and intentional collaborations are vital for Asheville’s holistic scene
• Listeners receive code BEWELLDRIP25 for 25% off a session!

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – 03:00 | Welcome and Community Spotlight
• 03:00 – 07:00 | Daniel's journey and the Drip Sauna origin story
• 07:00 – 15:00 | Connection, loneliness, and the power of authentic gathering
• 15:00 – 25:00 | Personal healing stories, cold plunging, and grief
• 25:00 – 38:00 | Building spaces for men & women; inclusivity and collaboration
• 38:00 – 44:00 | Practical tips, rapid-fire questions, and Daniel's special offer
  
  

Episode Links:

Drip Sauna

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The Wellness in Asheville podcast is produced by Be Well Asheville, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in Asheville. Get the latest at bewellasheville.com or follow @bewellasheville.