Michelle Spinei examines how adventure travel brings up experiences of discomfort and risk. Through these experiences and emotions, travellers can gain new perspective in their daily lives. Michelle Spinei is a travel writer and researcher focusing on adventure travel and the Nordic region. She is the CEO and co-founder of Koride, an online platform connecting travelers. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx