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The memoir explores the journey of a gay man and his conservative mother as they travel across the country, seeking to bridge generational and cultural divides. Reflecting on their shared past, they retrace the steps of a previous family adventure, uncovering deep truths about identity, faith, and familial love. Through their travels, the author delves into his mother's experiences as a wife and her complex views on his sexuality, ultimately addressing the challenges of maintaining relationships amid differing beliefs and emotional pain.

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA soul-searching meditation on the foundations that shape us, Like Streams to the Ocean is an essential guide for the crossroads of life.

'Liberating and life affirming' Fearne Cotton'A thrilling, tender, utterly absorbing book. It's an unforgettable debut' Cheryl StrayedA soul-stirring read for the wanderer in each of us, To Shake the Sleeping Self is an unforgettable reflection on adventure, identity and a life lived without regret.On the eve of turning thirty, terrified of being funnelled into a life he didn't choose, Jedidiah Jenkins quit his dream job and spent sixteen months cycling from Oregon to Patagonia. He chronicled the trip online, where his photos and reflections drew hundreds of thousands of followers, all gathered around the What makes a life worth living?

On the eve of turning thirty, Jedidiah Jenkins, feeling trapped in a life he didn't choose, quit his dream job and embarked on a sixteen-month cycling journey from Oregon to Patagonia. He shared his experiences on Instagram, attracting hundreds of thousands of followers curious about what makes life meaningful. In this candid memoir, Jenkins recounts his adventure, exploring the diverse people and landscapes he encountered, alongside his internal quest for identity. He confronts the challenges of adulthood, grappling with his sexual identity against the backdrop of his conservative Christian upbringing, and emphasizes how travel can awaken us to the richness of life at home. This soul-stirring narrative resonates with the wanderer in all of us, offering profound reflections on adventure, identity, and living without regret. The edition includes a new afterword and a reader's group guide. Critics praise Jenkins for his authenticity and presence, noting that his story transcends a simple bike ride, delving into deeper themes of personal truth and the transformative power of movement for both body and soul.