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Loneliness is everywhere - but it doesn’t have to win. In this TEDx San Diego talk, Amanda Black, global community builder and founder of The Solo Female Traveler Network, the world’s largest community for women who travel solo, shares how grief, solo travel, and the spark of a shared first can change the way we connect. After leading hundreds of experiences across all continents, she’s seen how one moment of courage can open the door to adventure, belonging, and lifelong friendship.Discover resources on building community, traveling with purpose, and joining her events here: https://meetamandablack.com#TEDxSanDiego #TEDx #Connection #Loneliness #SoloFemaleTravel #Community Amanda Black is a serial entrepreneur, community strategist, and founder of The Solo Female Traveler Network—the largest women-only travel community in the world with over 600,000 members. She’s built multimillion-dollar brands, been featured in Forbes, Condé Nast Traveler, and Travel + Leisure, and led transformational retreats and international tours across 30+ countries.But her real work goes deeper than travel. Amanda designs intentional, connection-driven experiences—from remote villages to local backyards—where women feel safe enough to show up, be seen, and belong. She also teaches others how to create brave, community-centered spaces that spark lasting transformation.More at MeetAmandaBlack.com This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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