Access Spiritual Possibility In Physical Impossibility w/ Colin O’Brady #445
Jan 3, 2024
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Colin O’Brady, world record holding explorer and mountaineer, shares incredible stories from his solo trek across Antarctica. Topics include the medicine found in darkness, the fear of failure and success, the impact of a parasite, and the unwavering support of a mother. They also discuss darkness retreats and the power of solitude for personal growth.
Colin O'Brady's inspiring story of crossing Antarctica solo against all odds and recovering from obstacles.
Colin O'Brady's mindset of constantly testing his capabilities and embracing challenges.
The role of Colin O'Brady's mother in his recovery and her unwavering support and encouragement.
Recognizing the importance of experiencing both the highs and lows of life for personal growth and transformation.
Deep dives
The Power of Overcoming Challenges
Colin O'Brady's inspiring story of crossing Antarctica solo against all odds and recovering from obstacles.
The Importance of Pushing Limits
Colin O'Brady's mindset of constantly testing his capabilities and embracing challenges.
The Transformative Power of Love and Support
The role of Colin O'Brady's mother in his recovery and her unwavering support and encouragement.
Embracing the Full Spectrum of Life
Recognizing the importance of experiencing both the highs and lows of life for personal growth and transformation.
The Power of Stillness and Solitude
The podcast episode explores the power of spending time alone in silence and darkness. The hosts discuss their experiences in darkness retreats and the profound insights and visions they gained. They emphasize the importance of confronting one's fears and delving into the depths of the mind. They also touch on the transformative effects of spending time alone and the ability to tap into a sense of calm, peace, and self-discovery.
The 12-Hour Walk
The hosts discuss the concept of the 12-Hour Walk, a practice of spending 12 hours in silence and solitude, walking alone without distractions. They highlight the benefits of this practice, such as self-reflection, heightened creativity, and a deeper connection to oneself. They encourage listeners to try the 12-Hour Walk as a way to access inner stillness and discover aspects of themselves that are often overshadowed by external distractions.
Revisiting the Source of Infinite Love
The hosts share their plans to return to Antarctica, seeking to reconnect with the source of infinite love they experienced in their previous journeys. They discuss the intention of exploring whether they can intentionally tap into that infinite love and embrace the stillness and peace that it offers. They acknowledge that the process might involve letting go of attachment to outcomes and being open to whatever unfolds during their new adventure.
Colin O’Brady is a world record holding explorer and mountaineer, motivational speaker and New York Times bestselling author. In this inspiring conversation, Colin shares incredible stories from his record-breaking solo trek across Antarctica, and we discuss the medicine we’ve both experienced in the darkness and the importance of letting yourself feel the full polarity of life.
As a note to the listener: After recording this show, Colin almost died in a crevasse during another Antarctic expedition. Blessings that he survived, as he’s truly a gift to humanity.
