Rachel Lonergan shares her story of a freak accident which resulted in the loss of her husband while on a surf trip in Indonesia. She talks about their love for surfing and their travels to remote surf spots around the world. Rachel describes the panic and uncertainty she felt when her husband went missing in the water and the search efforts that followed. She discusses the challenges of navigating a different culture and dealing with the press and authorities during the search. Rachel discusses her coping mechanisms, including therapy, exercise, and journaling, and emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community while grieving. Rachel also reflects on how her perspective on surfing and travel has changed and her desire to share her story to inspire others who may be going through difficult times.

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Episodes produced and edited by Emma Roggenkamp.