Small Towns: Unscripted | Guest: Luke WallIn this week’s episode of Small Towns: Unscripted, we sit down with Luke Wall — Executive Director of Only7Seconds, a nonprofit movement that began in the heart of North Central Washington and has since inspired schools, communities, and individuals across the country.Born and raised in Pateros, Luke has returned to his small-town roots to raise a family of his own. A husband of 11 years and father of three, he carries forward the values of faith, family, and purpose that shaped his upbringing. His mother, Kristin Wall, founded Only7Seconds after a deeply personal experience with isolation and mental health — a story we explored in a powerful episode with both Kristin and John Wall just a few weeks ago.Now, five years in, Only7Seconds is confronting one of the most urgent issues of our time: loneliness. What began as a ripple in NCW has grown into a nationwide movement, equipping schools, youth programs, and initiatives serving seniors, veterans, and individuals with disabilities — all grounded in one powerful belief:💛 It Only-takes-7-Seconds to reach out and remind someone they matter.Under Luke’s leadership, the organization has developed practical tools like I Know Lonely and the Connection Curriculum to foster life-saving conversations and intentional connection. While their early focus remains on youth in the valley, the vision is growing — because the need for kindness, compassion, and community is universal.Luke also serves on the boards of the Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce and the Global Initiative on Loneliness and Connection. He describes himself as an open book, ready to lean into hard conversations — and in this episode, he does just that.This is a powerful conversation about generational leadership, grassroots impact, and the courage it takes to turn pain into purpose. Whether you’re a student, a parent, a teacher, or simply someone trying to make a difference — Luke’s story will hit home.

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