Rowing through Grief and Fear to Achieve Greatness with Michelle Lee

Humans of HOPE: Inspiring Stories with Kerrie Atherton

Michelle Lee is a trailblazing adventurer known as the first Australian woman to solo row the Atlantic Ocean. Despite starting with no rowing experience, Michelle spent two years preparing for this incredible feat, motivated by a desire to escape the predictability of routine life. Her voyage began on the profoundly emotional day of her father’s passing, yet she persevered, driven by resilience and courage in the face of immense physical and emotional challenges.

In this episode, Michelle shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey. She discusses her motivations, the preparation involved, and how she faced down fear to avoid future regrets. Michelle recounts finding solace in nature and the support she felt from her community, which helped her through her darkest days at sea. Her story is a testament to the power of pursuing one's dreams with tenacity and the transformative impact of gratitude and resilience.

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With thanks to:

Music: "Pilgrims" by Daniel Pratt

Editing & Production: Matthew Bliss ([e-mail])

General Support: Ian Westmoreland (https://www.kintsugiheroes.com.au)

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