The Jordan Harbinger Show

288: Erik Weihenmayer | A Blind Man Sees No Barriers

Dec 10, 2019

In a captivating discussion, Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind person to summit Mount Everest, shares his remarkable journey. He explores how losing his sight at a young age fueled his determination to excel in extreme sports. Erik highlights his 'no barriers' philosophy, promoting unity in overcoming challenges. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork and emotional resilience in his adventures. Moreover, he introduces fascinating adaptations like echolocation and BrainPort technology that help blind individuals navigate the world, showcasing the power of human connection.

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Episode guests

Erik Weihenmayer

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Empowerment Through Connection

19min

Overcoming Barriers: The Journey of a Blind Adventurer

2min

Climbing Blind: An Everest Journey

17min

Seeing with the Tongue: The BrainPort Revolution

4min

The Journey of Rediscovering Sight Through Touch

3min

Embracing Challenges and Expanding Perspectives

14min

Building Genuine Relationships and Real Motivation

3min

Erik Weihenmayer (@ErikWeihenmayer) has kayaked the Grand Canyon and climbed Mount Everest -- blind. He is the author of Touch the Top of the World and co-author of No Barriers and The Adversity Advantage.

What We Discuss with Erik Weihenmayer:

How challenges unite us as human beings -- no matter our hardships or handicaps.
Why losing his sight as a teenager didn't discourage Erik from excelling beyond the capacity of the world's most accomplished extreme athletes.
How Erik embraces a "no barriers" philosophy to guide and lift others -- even when their own cultures seek to keep them down.
Why Erik's not "the blind climber," but a climber who happens to be blind -- and why this makes all the difference.
The instincts, senses, and technology that allow Erik to navigate around his dangerous terrains of choice without sight.
And much more...

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