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Discover a powerful TEDx talk that explores overcoming trauma and finding new purpose through adversity. Join Riley Sewell as she shares her personal journey of surviving the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami in Thailand, an event that claimed over 290,000 lives. Learn how facing her fear of the ocean became a transformative experience, leading her to embrace the concept that "square one" is not a failure, but an opportunity for growth and self-discovery. Gain insights into how confronting past traumas can open up new perspectives and passions, enabling you to inspire and empathize with others. Sewell, an adventurer, writer, and public speaker with a background in Commercial Law, Management, and Global Leadership, delivers a compelling 15-minute presentation that encourages listeners to live courageously and find meaning in life's challenges.