Race Across the World: A Mother's Journey of Self-Discovery and Family Connection

Race Across the World Winner Finds Newfound Closeness with Son: 'We're Closer Than Ever' Caroline Bridge, the recent winner of the BBC's Race Across the World, recently spoke to BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour about her life-changing experience. The 9,000-mile journey across Asia wasn't just a race; it was a journey of self-discovery that profoundly impacted her relationship with her son, Tom. "The race enabled me to capture a little bit more of that carefree love of youth," Bridge shared, reflecting on the contrast between her own previously anxious personality and Tom's easygoing nature. "He was just so friendly and happy, whereas I was always serious and anxious." The experience, she says, has inspired her to live more in the moment, adopting a more positive and less stressed approach to life, mirroring her son's outlook. "I really want to experience life a little more how he does now. I feel like I need to live in the moment a little more." Bridge's story is a testament to the transformative power of adventure and the unexpected ways in which shared experiences can strengthen family bonds. Her journey highlights the importance of embracing life's challenges and finding joy in the process, even amidst uncertainty.