The author, Cornelia E. Davis, is a remarkable human being, a global practicing physician, and worldwide traveler. In her compelling memoir/self-help book, she shares her amazing experiences on how to live well while taking intelligent risks. As a result, we see how her willingness to do this on a global scale has enriched her life, brought many friends from around the world, and helped others through her medical practice in remote places where the need is greatest.

Dr. Davis is a wonderful tour guide and I learned not only from her life lessons but by her incredible travel experiences. She has made me want to get out there and risk more, see the world, and grow deeply as a result. I reveled in her adventures and cheered her on as she explored wonderful and sometimes dangerous places, using information from others and her intuition as a guide.  

I was especially struck by her courage, not only to face being the only black African-American girl in an all-white California neighborhood, but also the only black female student at med school. She was blessed to have an incredible family who supported her dreams and career choices. And she describes gaining confidence while traveling and living outside the U.S. Her amazing spirit allowed her to carry on despite obstacles and embrace life...I loved this memoir/self-help manual and learning about oneself through intelligent risk-taking while traveling. To see the world through the eyes of the remarkable author was a privilege and pleasure!