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This story was submitted by Liron Alon.

A Dream Adventure and an Unexpected Fall

Years ago, I traveled to Southeast Asia on the adventure of a lifetime. It had been a lifelong dream to explore the world—and I was making it happen!

One day, while trekking across a stream in the Cambodian forest with my group, I slipped on a wet rock and fell hard on my knees. For a terrifying moment, I thought, "I broke my knees in the Cambodian forest!! I'm screwed!!!"

Luckily, my knees were badly bruised but not broken. The physical injuries healed, but the scars remained deep in my memory.

When Fear Froze Me in Costa Rica

Later, during a trip to Costa Rica, I realized how much that trauma was still stored in my body. As I was hiking to a waterfall, I once again faced a slippery rock crossing a stream. This time, my body froze completely—I was paralyzed by fear, unable to take the next step.

I stood there, stuck, for 30 minutes. My partner encouraged me, doing his best to help, but it took an exhausting mental battle before I could finally move again. That day, I truly realized how much work I had to do to release the trauma rooted deep within me.

Finding New Trust with Saguaro Shoes

Later that year, I bought my first pair of Saguaro shoes—bright orange, just like my aura. I fell in love with them instantly.

( Smart Ⅰ - Barefoot Shoes )

The magic of these shoes revealed itself during my next forest hike. Once again, I faced a wet rock crossing a stream. My body tensed with the old fear. I took three deep breaths and told myself, "I can do this. I worked hard to release this fear. I got this!!"

And then—the magic happened.

The shoes had grip! I wasn't slipping! It felt like my bare foot was anchored directly into the rock. I could feel the surface steady beneath my sole, and I took my next step with ease and trust—trust in my feet, and in my favorite shoes that protected them.

Rediscovering Confidence Step by Step

The terrain during my first hike in Cambodia had been rough—no official trails, just wild forest, streams, mud, dirt, branches, and grass. It was slippery and extremely humid.

When I first wore my Saguaro shoes, my feet felt relaxed and free inside them. Spacious, comfortable—exactly what I needed. I immediately bought a pair for my boyfriend and told my family and friends all about them!

The change in my confidence was night and day. Every step I took felt sure and steady. Of course, I remained careful, but the difference was truly remarkable.

Crossing the wet rocks without hesitation became a special moment for me—proof that the trauma stored deep within my body could be healed with patience, trust, and the right tools.

My Everyday Choice

Now, I wear my bright orange Saguaro shoes everywhere—whether they match my outfit or not! 

Thank you for reading my story. I hope it helps someone make the decision to leave behind old, uncomfortable shoes that always need to be broken in, and step into a better way—where feet come first.