Shed Chat with Rachel Jones, editor of Toes in the Water, special needs teacher—talks about the powerful effects wild water swimming has had on self-esteem, autoimmune disease, and raising twins.
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Writer, special needs teacher, and editor of Toes in the Water, Rachel Jones shares how wild swimming became more than just a hobby—it became a lifeline. From navigating autoimmune disease and single parenthood to finding community, resilience, and self-worth in the open water, Rachel talks about the transformative effects of cold swimming on both mind and body.
She discusses the healing power of nature, the unexpected connections it creates, and how it’s helped her, and others cope with trauma, divorce, ADHD, autism, and the everyday challenges of life.
A refreshing, honest, and uplifting chat about mental strength, cold water courage, and the joy of taking the plunge—literally.
📖 Read more in Toes in the Water → https://bit.ly/4bLFpbnLife Jackets
Lifejackets in this podcast refer to the personal tools and rituals that keep us afloat in the waves of life. Whether it’s a film, tv show, music, a favourite book, a crossword puzzle, or the steady presence of a dog, these are the things that keep us afloat. Everyone needs their own lifejackets—small but essential things that help us stay sane in an insane world.