As the lyrics of the old song tell us, "You can't always get what you want, but if you try, sometimes you'll find you get what you need." In some cases, those lyrics can apply to the difficult process of dealing with loss. With the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies, independent producer J Holt brings us the story of a man in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, who discovered that some things can only be learned after you've lost everything.

Brad Strause, Sue Martin, and Sam Atwood each talk about their unique relationship with their guide dogs. They each recall the first moment they met their very first guide dog and share how working with a dog has changed their lives. Music credits: Cue Shop, Blue Dot Sessions

Brad Watts recounts his experience being in the military at a young age and going to Iraq. Watts discusses his PTSD and how it has allowed him to write books about his experiences in war.

Natalie Conn captures how Brad Lessard uses his hobbies and Dungeons and Dragons for stress relief.

Brad Lessard discusses his personal life, and how Dungeons and Dragons offers him stress relief. Lessard speaks about having a poor self-esteem growing up, dealing with self-mutilation, and trying to be a better human being.

Julia Botero highlights a Dungeons & Dragons session for one gaming group in Biddeford.

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Stephanie Strauss documents the work done at Wild Folk Farm in Benton, Maine, located on marginal soil.

Motivated to make art from a young age, Michelle Estell was inspired by her grandmother, who now has Alzheimer's. Stephanie Strauss profiles how Estell makes art influenced by her grandmother.

Stephanie Strauss documents the work done by students at Birthwise Midwifery School in Bridgton, in order to build strong relationships with future patients.

Jen Strausz highlights the work of Ann Hastings, a lawyer who has been channeling a spirit for over a decade. Hastings discusses her experiences with channeling and the entity Vywamus.