Good Life Project Ever Have One of Those Moments That Changes Everything? | Tara Roberts
Jun 26, 2025
Tara Roberts, a National Geographic Explorer and storyteller, takes listeners on a transformative journey of ancestral healing. Inspired by a single photograph, she confronts shadowed histories and explores themes of identity through her memoir, 'Written in the Waters.' Tara discusses her passion for scuba diving and marine conservation, sharing how unexpected connections have reshaped her life. She emphasizes the importance of honoring ancestral legacies while looking beyond trauma to foster healing and personal growth.
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The Cost of Being Off Mission
- Feeling off mission and disconnected can lead to major life shifts.
- Recognizing when you are not leveraging your true capabilities is critical for growth.
Photo Sparks Life-Changing Journey
- Tara Roberts discovered a photo of Black women scuba divers at a museum, which deeply resonated with her.
- This encounter sparked her journey into diving and exploring forgotten histories underwater.
Friendship Leads to Diving Storytelling
- Tara reached out to Ken Stewart after seeing the photo, beginning a friendship that led her into scuba diving.
- She trained with the Underwater Adventure Seekers and began telling their story as a journalist.