What if a single shift in how you communicate could change everything—your relationships, your work, even how you see yourself?
In Choosing Shoes, Erin Dittner invites you into her deeply personal journey of self-discovery, parenting, and professional growth. What started as a late-night conversation in a ChatGPT window turned into something bigger: a practice of slowing down, reflecting, and choosing communication with intention.
Through heartfelt stories and relatable insights, Erin shares how she used technology—not to replace human connection, but to strengthen it. Each chapter uses the metaphor of shoes to explore a different “style” of communication, from Everyday Shoes (the small daily interactions that build trust) to Steel-Toed Shoes (the unseen work of advocacy and care).
 
This isn’t a step-by-step guide. It’s an invitation to pause, notice the patterns in your own life, and begin choosing your words—and your presence—on purpose.
 
Whether you’re a parent, a professional, or simply someone who wants to show up better for the people you love, Choosing Shoes will leave you feeling seen, hopeful, and ready to take your next steps.

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