OUT OF COMFORT ZONE
THE BOOK

"A very honest inspiring account of stepping out of your comfort zone to achieve your dreams Deniz's book shows the reader what's possible if you are determined and work hard. You don't need to be a swimmer to love this book as you can apply the message to your own life!"

-Adam Walker, Inspirational Endurance Swimmer, UK 

"Deniz has captured an amazing journey. A journey of resilience and growth! Starting with her first dip into cold water, a dangerous uncomfortable place, to the inevitable epiphanies and learnings as the cold teaches its powerful messages about the human mind. Everyone will benefit from the lessons shared in these pages -a must read." 
-Ryan Stramrood - Extreme Open Water and Ice swimmer, South Africa

"Out of Comfort Zone presents a whole range of analogies and life experiences that successfully portray the thrill and hard work of an open water swimmer. This is a must-read if you are looking to find new challenges and a better version of yourself."
-Nora Toledano, the first Latin American woman to conquer the Ocean's Seven ultramarathon series, Mexico 

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"Love it!! It is an inspiring read that speaks volumes to both my inner entrepreneur and open-water swimmer. She shares her journey of pushing beyond comfort to achieve growth, blending tales of extreme swimming with business psychology. The book underscores the essence of confronting fears, embracing the unknown, and the importance of transitioning through discomfort to harness one's true potential. It's a potent reminder that the path to personal and professional development lies in challenging our limits and affirming the belief that true growth demands stepping into the unknown. The narrative, rich with applicable advice and concrete examples, is not just a story but a guide to thriving in the face of adversity!!"-G.Aksu, USA 

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"I read Deniz's book, and it really touched a chord. She draws wonderful illustrations from her extensive experience in open water swimming, complete with its challenges and exhilarations. Then, she is able to draw parallels with her education and business career that many of us can relate to. Of course, Deniz is exceedingly successful as both an open water swimmer and a consultant/psychologist, so she talks about things to which we all aspire. Take particular note of her description of "flow state." I have never had the words to describe this elusive and magical feeling, and Deniz captures it beautifully and articulately. Get this book. You will be as inspired as I was."-Susan McConnell, USA 

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"I wish I had Deniz’s book in hand when I started my Wall Street career at the same time as my triathlon and extreme sports adventures. She weaves easy to apply business lessons into an incredibly inspirational swimming and life story. A must read.."-Arthur S, USA 

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"Even for someone like me, who just goes to open water to have fun and be a finisher, I found a high motivation after read this book.."-Igor, Spain 

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"This book is about how one has a choice to float along or go for the challenge that makes you grow. I found Deniz Kayadelen's personal narrative compelling, a pleasure to read and encouraging my own reflection of "when to jump into the cold water" or "just go for it". The title is the ultimate advice and encouragement: get out of your comfort zone, together with friends and colleagues who support you and make magic happen for you. Not easy to find such accounts in a bookshop filled with esoteric or abstract academic advice."-Alper Tenguez, Germany

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