A heartfelt and humorous memoir, Leap In chronicles Alexandra Heminsley’s journey from believing she could swim—simply because she ran—to discovering she couldn’t. Determined to confront her fear of water, she moves beyond ten-minute breaststroke attempts and novice flailing in the sea to ultimately conquer long-distance swims, including a grueling crossing from Kefalonia to Ithaca. Along the way, she learns to appreciate her body, quiet her mind, and embrace experiences fully—realizing that life isn’t about how much you earn or buy, but how deeply you live and what you’re brave enough to face. The book is an inspiring testament to facing fears, finding strength, and learning to breathe.

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Alexandra Heminsley