For years, I’ve harbored the dream of swimming across the English Channel. But my journey towards this goal didn't begin with the Channel in mind — it started with a life-changing experience in 1998.

While traveling in Canada, I stayed with my good friend Lynne, whose house bordered a lake. One day, I decided to swim across it, unaware of just how intense the cold waters would be. As soon as I ventured in, panic set in. I struggled to breathe, overwhelmed by the shock of the frigid temperature. Long story short i nearly drowned and i lived to tell my tale. It was then that I realized how easily people can succumb to shock in open water leading to fatality. That experience left me with a deep fear of swimming in open water, and for many years, I avoided it entirely.

But as time passed, I decided to face my fears. I began to slowly rebuild my confidence, diving into swimming again and learning everything I could about long-distance events. The more I researched, the more inspired I became, especially when I discovered that no one from Nepal had ever swum across the English Channel. That realization sparked something within me: this was my challenge, my opportunity to not only conquer my fears but also to inspire others.

Now, here I am, training and preparing for the swim of a lifetime. But this swim isn’t just about personal achievement — it’s about giving back. I’m fundraising to support Aspire, which work with spine related injuries.

Please join me on this journey. Every contribution counts, and with your support, we can achieve something truly remarkable. Thank you for being part of this journey with me.

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