What Makes Dan Alive?

On Exeter's streets, encounters with locals often reveal profound resilience and a deep appreciation for the little things. In this feature, we speak with Dan about weathering life's storms and what gives him a sense of vitality.

For Dan, feeling alive comes down to simple pleasures like good weather and the positive energy of people around him:

"Well, just enjoying the good weather, really... when it's like this, it's really nice & you get a chance to enjoy yourself. Everyone seems happy & it's great."

Reflecting on tough times, Dan shares how he navigated profound personal loss and professional setbacks, using the collective energy of others to keep moving forward:

"I've had a lot of struggles... losing best friends & family, losing jobs as well... just trying to get back on my feet, using the energy that everyone brings when it's like this."

Closing our conversation, Dan shares a heartfelt message on compassion and mutual support:

"Get along with each other... If you're feeling down, know to talk to somebody, message somebody... I want everyone to be nice for a change."