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Breaking Waves: Discovery, Healing and Inspiration in the Open Water

Discovery, Healing and Inspiration in the Open Water

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Breaking Waves: Discovery, Healing and Inspiration in the Open Water

By: Emma Simpson
Narrated by: Jaimi Barbakoff
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The open water. To the uninitiated, it represents the unknown, an expanse of mystery and uncertainty. But to those who brave the wild waters, it is so much more. A space to heal. A place of communion. A balm to quieten the mind, soothe the soul, and allow you to reconnect with the world and yourself.

Emma Simpson discovered wild swimming after a period of immense pain. Lost in grief, disillusioned with life, and feeling increasingly untethered from the world, she instinctively felt the pull of the water. There she found an unexpected source of hope and strength, a profound sense of connection, and a glorious sisterhood of women—each with their own remarkable stories to tell.

Interweaving the tales of these inspirational women with reflections on her own experiences, Emma explores themes ranging from devastating loss to birth and rebirth; chronic illness to body confidence. Whether describing the taste of an iceberg or a kiss from a baby whale, Breaking Waves is a love letter to womanhood and the open water. It's also a celebration of community, renewal and the power of writing your own life story. Above all else, it is a joyous celebration of going with the flow.

©2025 Emma Simpson (P)2025 W.F. Howes Ltd. Grief & Loss Nature & Ecology Outdoors & Nature Personal Development Relationships Science Water Sports Women
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Emma writes in a beautiful and authentic manner. Her own personal journey of tragedy, love, friendship, laughter, and healing is carefully and sympathetically woven through the stories of other women's lives and their healing journey and relationship with water. Even if you haven't (yet) found the healing power of water, this is a must read for anyone who has 'experienced' life ( - so everyone really).

Beautifully written.

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I was excited to listen as a swimmer. Perhaps a little intense in places (for me) but overall a good listen. The narration was good but I didn’t feel she was the right choice, perhaps someone a little older would have added more authenticity.

Good story

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Wonderful story and articulation of the permission that we women can do anything. Ive even joined the Blue Tits off the back of my read…. Could be life changing.

Glorious abandon

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