Photographer, multimedia storyteller and Urban Exodus creator, Alissa Hessler, has spent the last decade photographing, interviewing and sharing the stories of people who are reconnecting with the natural world and building more fulfilling and self-sufficient lives, both inside and outside of the city. There is so much wisdom to be learned from people who have taken a leap of faith - believing in themselves, their dreams and their vision for a better future. 
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"I want to highlight good people doing good things for themselves, their communities and the greater world. A goal of this work is inspire readers and listeners to tune into themselves, get back to nature and find a purposeful path in life. Real, positive change happens when many minds move towards their greater callings in life. I am grateful to be a part of the global community that this project has manifested." - Alissa Hessler