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Living on the Edge with Alex Honnold

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Exploring the Mental Challenges of Climbing

The chapter delves into the mental aspect of climbing, drawing parallels to running and discussing the difference between high and low intensity moments. It explores the meditative and relaxing aspects of free soloing, the high consequences, and the speaker's preparations and mindset around free solo climbing. The conversation also reflects on the speaker's contemplation of mortality, perception of risk-taking, and their experiences with fear in climbing and public speaking.

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