How free solo climber Alex Honnold faces fear
ReThinking
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Fear, Focus, and the Flow of Free Solo Climbing
This chapter delves into the psychology of free solo climbing, exploring the emotional highs and intense focus required in high-stakes situations. It examines the unique flow state that climbers experience and the evolving relationship with fear, emphasizing how preparation and managing emotions greatly influence performance. Through personal anecdotes, the chapter discusses strategies for fear management and the transformative power of reinterpreting emotions during challenging climbs.
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