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Climbing Under Pressure: The Burden of Expectations
This chapter explores the intense pressures faced by climbers when filming documentaries, particularly the conflict between individual performance and storytelling goals. The speakers recount personal experiences that highlight the psychological toll of public scrutiny, while also addressing the evolution of climbing media and its impact on young athletes. Ultimately, they reflect on the emotional complexities of identity and validation in the climbing community.