Tara Howell

Life, Interrupted with Simon Thomas

Tara Howell may not be a name known to many, but her story is one that should be. She grew up in Yorkshire and Saudi Arbia, and had a successful career in advertising, spanning over 20 years. The one constant in her life was horse riding, which she had enjoyed since childhood. In 2014, when she was just 43 years old, her life was suddenly interrupted when she was out riding on her horse Victor Out of the blue, her horse threw her to the ground, breaking her neck and instantly paralysing her. Discovered lying in a field 5 hours later, and subsequently airlifted to hospital, she began her fight against adversity. A story that is sure to humble and empower many. She's a remarkable women who over the past six years has not only had to rebuild her body, but her life as well. If you have been through life events similar to those described in this episode and you need someone to talk to, please contact the samaritans, free any time, from any phone, on 116 123 And if you'd like to share your thoughts with Simon, he'd love to hear from you: Twitter @SimonThomasSky