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How To Overcome Fear and Trust Yourself | Record-Breaking Highliner, Faith Dickey

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Jan 17, 2024

Faith Dickey, a record-breaking highliner and advocate for women in extreme sports, discusses her journey of overcoming fear and trusting oneself. They explore the world of highlining, its origins, and the importance of positive self-talk. The podcast also touches on topics like trauma, trust, and the fear of death. Additionally, Dickey shares techniques for managing fear, the role of commitment and self-talk, and their personal contribution to abortion access in Utah. A captivating conversation that offers valuable lessons in courage and resilience.

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Introduction

00:00 • 3min

Exploring Highlining and Overcoming Fear

03:14 • 11min

Sponsors and Support for Wellness and Mindset

13:47 • 4min

Transition to Solo Highlighting and the Importance of Intuition

17:29 • 15min

Sponsorship and Product Recommendations

32:54 • 6min

Trauma and the Experience of Aloneness

38:33 • 14min

Trusting Oneself and Overcoming Fear

52:40 • 5min

Overcoming Fear and Trusting Yourself

57:31 • 19min

Fear of Death and Ranking Fears

01:16:20 • 18min

Abortion Access and Reproductive Rights in Utah

01:34:17 • 6min

Expressing Gratitude and Encouraging Support

01:40:06 • 2min

Imagine standing on the edge of a cliff, facing an inch-wide line of webbing that stretches across a vast expanse. It’s tensioned between two secure anchor points but it’s a dynamic surface that will bounce, sway, and stretch when you step out on it. This line isn't just a piece of equipment; it's a gateway to mastering fear and discovering your true potential.

This is the world of highlining, and Faith Dickey stands at its forefront – embodying resilience and mental fortitude.

Since 2008, Faith has been redefining what's possible in highlining, a sport that demands extreme focus and courage. She's not only one of the few women excelling in this field but also a record-setter and a barrier-breaker. From free soloing a highline 3,000 feet off the ground to crossing a 100-meter highline and walking a highline in high heels, Faith's achievements are a testament to her extraordinary capabilities.

But Faith's impact extends beyond her highlining feats. She's an advocate for women in extreme sports and has created the first US business offering highline experiences, making this exhilarating sport accessible to more people.

Whether you're facing your own metaphorical highline or seeking to manage fear more effectively, Faith's journey offers invaluable lessons in courage, commitment, and the power of the human spirit.

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