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E124: Where is Aidan? Is climbing a sport? Can we liberate ourselves from our ego?

The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast

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Climbing: Ego, Enjoyment, and Self-Reflection

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between climbing as a sport and a personal journey, focusing on the duality of creativity and physical effort. The discussion delves into how ego and external expectations influence motivation and performance, while emphasizing the importance of intrinsic enjoyment over competition. Personal anecdotes highlight the challenges of balancing skills, pride, and the liberating mindset of being a beginner in the climbing world.

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