Under Water: How holding my breath taught me to live

Claire Walsh spent her twenties hiding from depression, but at 32, she booked a flight to South America and discovered freediving, which gave her a fresh perspective and helped her find freedom.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 03 March 2023
Publisher: Gill

Claire Walsh spent her twenties living a life she thought she was supposed to live, all the while playing hide and seek with depression. As a result, the road to recovery was the only traveling she did. Aged 32, single and living with her parents, she decided it was time to chart her own path. Booking a flight to South America, she let go of her "at home Claire" and opened herself up to a new world of possibilities.

It was here that she discovered freediving. Freediving is one of the most dangerous sports in the world, as it involves diving deep underwater without the use of breathing apparatus. At 60 meters below the surface, Claire discovered a fresh perspective that transformed her life and helped her find freedom.

Under Water is Claire's candid and captivating story of how holding her breath taught her to live. Through her journey, she learns to embrace the present moment, let go of her fears, and connect with her inner strength. She also discovers the beauty of the underwater world and the incredible creatures that inhabit it.

Claire's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the ability to find joy in the simplest of things. It is a reminder that we all have the capacity to overcome our challenges and live a fulfilling life. Whether we are diving deep underwater or simply taking a deep breath and embracing the present moment, we can find the freedom and happiness we seek.

Weight: 470g
Dimension: 136 x 216 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780717194865