
Hi, I’m Jemma: a marine biologist, global traveller and fitness-fanatic.
I’m on a mission: to travel the world, chase my dreams, and stay fit while I’m at it.
I created “Currents and Crossroads” to explore ideas of personal growth and the messy, beautiful process of change.
Some days, you’ll find reflections on big life transitions. Other times, I write about coral reefs, travel stories, conversations I can’t stop thinking about, or the quiet power of starting over.
This is a space for anyone who feels lost in that confusing chapter of becoming, and trying to live with the bravery to chase our dreams.
Latest Stories
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From Shark Conservation to Self-Discovery: My Lombok Journey
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The beginning of a new chapter: Why I moved to Lombok…
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A love letter to Vietnam
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Why getting over the fear of doing things alone is the most powerful lesson I have learned in my 20’s.
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Everything you need to know before moving to Vietnam.
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Navigating Culture Shock: A Marine Biologist’s Take On Adjusting To Life Abroad.