The Rich Roll Podcast Wasfia Nazreen On The Spirituality of Climbing The Seven Summits
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Sep 2, 2024 
Wasfia Nazreen, the first Bengali and Bangladeshi woman to conquer the Seven Summits and K2, shares her remarkable journey from trauma to spiritual growth through mountaineering. She discusses the mindset required for high-altitude challenges, emphasizing resilience and personal evolution. Wasfia reflects on her transformative experiences in Dharamsala with Tibetan culture and the Dalai Lama's teachings. The podcast inspires listeners to confront their inner obstacles and highlights the healing power of adventure and connection in climbing.
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Early Life Challenges
- Wasfia Nazreen faced numerous challenges growing up, including her mother leaving home when she was 13.
- This event profoundly impacted her, leading her to prioritize education as a means of escape and self-reliance.
Journey to India
- Wasfia Nazreen received a full scholarship to Agnes Scott College and moved to the U.S.
- She later received a grant to study women using art as therapy in India, a trip that changed her life.
Finding Dharamsala
- In Dharamsala, Wasfia encountered Tibetan women using art as therapy, which deeply resonated with her own experiences.
- She decided to return to Dharamsala after graduation, working as a journalist and eventually meeting the Dalai Lama.
