Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais The Delicate Dance Between Risk, Reward, and Death | Skiing Legend, Cody Townsend
Jan 19, 2022
Cody Townsend, an award-winning professional skier and creator of the ambitious project 'The FIFTY,' discusses the exhilarating yet perilous world of extreme skiing. He shares thrilling stories from his journey, including a gripping near-fatal accident that reshaped his understanding of risk. The conversation also touches on the emotional impacts of the sport, the influence of climate change, and the empowering lessons learned through high-stakes adventures. Townsend highlights the delicate balance between confidence and fear as pathways to self-discovery.
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Early Passion for Skiing
- Cody knew from a young age he'd be a skier, demonstrating early passion.
- This early commitment shaped his path, even without knowing professional skiing existed.
The Crack
- Cody Townsend describes the "crack", a narrow, steep chute on a mountain face.
- He details its unique features, the years he spent searching for such a line, and the meticulous research he conducted before skiing it.
Risk Assessment
- Cody discusses his approach to risk assessment, emphasizing self-awareness and separating external influences.
- He describes risk-taking as incremental steps, not blind leaps, built upon years of experience and preparation.