#031 – Caroline Bridge Winner of BBC’s ‘Race Across the World’ on Finding Her Purpose.

Today, we’re welcoming Caroline Bridge, who, captured the hearts of the nation, when she and her son Thomas won the recent series of BBC's Race Across the World. Caroline’s journey from feeling like she’d lost her purpose after her son grew up, to trekking 14,000 kilometres across Asia, is a powerful story of rediscovery.   KEY TAKE AWAYS: The Journey Begins:  Race Across the World Personal Growth and Family Dynamics Challenges Faced During the Race Overcoming Obstacles and Building Confidence The Relationship Between Caroline and Tom Navigating Different Cultures and Environments Competition and Race Strategy Reflections on the Experience and Future Aspirations Building Bonds and Overcoming Self Doubt The Thrill of Victory and Behind the Scenes Life After Winning:  Changes and Challenges Finding Purpose Beyond Academics Keeping Secrets and Celebrating Success Adjusting to Life Back Home Paying it Forward:  A Commitment to Charity The Journey of Self Discovery and Growth Future Adventures   USEFUL RESOURCES: Instagram:  @caroline_and_tom and @ruggarural Website to purchase imported rugs from India:   https://www.ruggarural.co.uk/ ‘Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained’ Podcast:  with Caroline Bridge and Rebecca Rees   ABOUT THE HOST: Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector. This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast. Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.   CONTACT ME: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/ E-mail:  [email protected] Instagram: @anel.quilliam   DISCLAIMER:  The views of mine and those of my guests are just that. I therefore urge you to take advise from your medical practitioner, who knows your medical history and can therefore provide advice specific to your needs.         Tile Art by:  Shawn Bennett (Rockingham Media CIC)