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A Perfectly Imperfect Union: America 250 with Steven Hershberger (376)
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- May 14, 2026
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- 1430
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Summary
The Whole Again Podcast: Mindfulness and Resilience through Kinstugi Wisdom airs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday with Pause Breathe Reflect Microdose Meditations, Growth Mindset and Mindfulness Tips, to help us transform our scars into healing and resilience. And between May and October, I'm sharing a new series I'm calling: A Perfectly Imperfect Union. It's about connecting with every day folks as they reflect on America at 250. Conversations will air every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. ------- What if America’s next 250 years depend less on politics and more on curiosity, kindness, and the small sacrifices we make for each other every day? As division, noise, and constant judgment continue to shape modern life, this heartfelt conversation invites listeners to slow down and reconnect with what truly matters. Michael sits down with entrepreneur, cyclist, and Indiana native Steven Hershberger to reflect on sacrifice, stewardship, empathy, and the enduring optimism woven into the American spirit. Through stories of farmers before sunrise, small-town kindness, and lessons learned at life’s edge, this episode reminds us that healing begins in the everyday moments most people overlook. Listeners will gain a refreshing perspective on how curiosity and empathy can help bridge division and strengthen human connection. You’ll discover why small acts of kindness and personal sacrifice create meaningful ripple effects in communities and relationships. This episode also offers a powerful reminder that resilience, gratitude, and purpose are built through daily choices, not grand gestures. Tune in now to reconnect with what unites us, explore how small conversations can create powerful change, and meet Steven Hershberger. To connect and discover more about Steven you can find h…