Incisive events or intense life experiences change some people's perspective on life and what they want to do with their limited time. The focus then shifts to what is important to you and not the social framework in which you grew up. In some
cases, this is only short-lived. But in others, people realign their priorities for the long term. Risks are put into perspective. The urge for beautiful experiences becomes stronger than the one that keeps us in our own comfort zone. And experiences encourage us to develop further and discover what we are capable of. This opens the door to wonderful stories.

In this issue, you will get to know the lives of people whose stories are characterized by many challenges. Find out how Elke Vogelsang started out as a translator and became a well-known animal photographer. How Cornelius Bockermann sails goods across the Atlantic with his AVONTUUR. How Chris Johnson found his way out of a burnout. You can join the author on a walk through the (inner) wilderness and discover new fine art images from her.