Do you feel yourself getting pulled under the wave of life leaving you feeling like you’re frequently drowning?
In the wake of the 2004 Asian tsunami that devastated the East coast of Sri Lanka, one woman’s harrowing story transforms into a powerful guide for anyone facing life’s overwhelming challenges. As you navigate your own obstacles, join Ani Naqvi on a journey of survival, resilience, and self-discovery.
Awakening to disaster, Ani’s life was upended when the wave crashed through her door, thrusting her into a fight for survival. Stranded on a remote peninsula, she learned the importance of taking action, using her resourcefulness to secure rescue. But the struggle didn’t end there. For a decade, Ani grappled with the profound question of why she survived while so many others did not.
It wasn’t until she faced a second life-altering challenge-a cancer diagnosis-that Ani truly began to uncover her purpose. Through her experiences, she found the strength to transform adversity into a source of empowerment.
Now, Ani is a globally recognized Executive Transformational Expert, dedicated to helping others unlock their potential and overcome their own battles. This book invites you to explore the lessons learned from her journey, empowering you to tackle your challenges with resilience and purpose. Embrace your story and discover the strength within you to not just survive, but thrive.
ISBNs
978-1-63777-667-4 / 978-1-63777-668-1
978-1-63777-669-8
Genres
Survival memoir
Personal development/motivational
338 pages
Language: English
Imprint: Red Penguin Books
Ani Naqvi is a London-born British Asian, married to her Italian husband, Andrea, and they adore living in and travelling to different parts of the world.
Her mission is to ignite a movement of positive change around the world by transforming the lives of over 250,000 people. Driven by remembrance and resolve, Ani channels the loss from the world’s largest natural disaster of our lifetime into a purpose that transcends borders. Having survived when so many did not, she dedicates her efforts to honour those who died – transforming her survival into a legacy of hope, healing, and lasting impact.
Ani’s story has been featured in major media outlets such as The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Daily Telegraph, Channel 4, BBC News, the Metro, Daily Express, and Forbes.
Ani began her career as a BBC Broadcast Journalist before moving into Program work and now works as an Executive Transformation Coach & Mentor for senior executives who work for global brands. She is a corporate mental fitness trainer, inspirational speaker, and podcaster.
Her work has touched the lives of hundreds of CEOs, Executives, Leaders, Doctors/Lawyers and elite performers, empowering them to achieve greater success, performance, and productivity while simultaneously increasing well- being and ultimately reducing the risk of burnout.
Tsunami, The Wave that Saved My Life and Could Save Yours is Ani’s debut memoir, chronicling her journey from the devastation of the tsunami to finding hope, strength, and purpose. Through this deeply personal narrative, Ani shares her own transformation and the life lessons she gained from overcoming adversity and how these experiences have shaped her mission to make a positive difference in the world.
In her spare time, Ani loves all things musical. She enjoys singing and has been taking voice lessons in preparation for joining a pop choir. She is also fond of dancing and does so whenever she can.
Reviews
Ani Naqvi has given us a very special gift here. Our gift is found in her ability to share, with crisp clarity and searing insight. The story here is jaw-dropping, and the powerful tools can be life-altering. I urge you to read this book, and share it with a friend. You will both be glad that you did.
~Neal Donald Walsch, American Author
“This is a heartfelt journey of resilience and empowerment that will leave you inspired. The author’s raw honesty and captivating storytelling draw you in from the very first page. I could not put this book down once I started reading. It is an unforgettable read!”
~LisaB234
“Ani pours her heart and soul onto these pages as she shares the remarkable story of surviving the Sri Lankan Tsunami. More than that is the determination with which she has since gone on to craft her life around her mission after the wave truly saved her life. When massive setbacks are used as catalysts for healing- that is when someone’s life work begins….and Ani is fully planted on her path to help others through her lived story. I hope this book inspires you to find your voice, courage and path too.”
~Kate Emmerson – Coach, mentor and author.
Brilliant insightful book of one woman’s resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.
I was captivated by this ladies story of her numerous life threatening experiences and yet despite all she had gone through, these challenges resulted in an inner peace and has irradiated her fear of death.
I was moved by this emotional read.
I suggested reading it to my wife, who reluctantly began reading. (She prefers love stories or humorous novels), however she was captivated by the book and read it in 2 days. We have now ordered a copy for a family member.
This is an uplifting read. Strongly recommended!
~P. Gardner