The Jordan Harbinger Show 255: Tommy Caldwell | The Push for the Path Upwards
Sep 24, 2019
Tommy Caldwell, a world-renowned rock climber and author of "The Push," shares his incredible journey from a shy kid to an elite athlete. He reveals how climbing transformed his confidence and discusses coping mechanisms for life-threatening situations. Caldwell delves into different climbing styles, recounts his harrowing kidnapping experience in Kyrgyzstan, and reflects on the emotional toll of the sport. He also emphasizes resilience, illustrating how challenges can foster personal growth and inspire activism beyond climbing.
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Early Climbing
- Tommy Caldwell's father, a bodybuilder and teacher, used climbing to build his son's confidence.
- Caldwell, born prematurely and initially shy, found empowerment through climbing from age three.
Overcoming Fear
- To overcome fear in challenging situations, expose yourself to progressively harder experiences.
- This builds resilience, making seemingly traumatic events feel minor.
Risk Management
- While climbing involves calculated risks, Caldwell avoids unnecessary dangers outside of it (like motorcycles).
- He observed how some climbers' pursuit of extreme sports, like wingsuit base jumping, led to many fatalities.
