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Why I attempt the world's most dangerous stunts | Michelle Khare

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Dec 10, 2025
Daredevil Michelle Khare, a YouTube sensation known for her extreme physical challenges, shares her journey from a cautious child to a risk-taking adventurer. She discusses how embracing an amateur mindset fueled her growth and helped her conquer fears. Michelle vividly recounts training to escape Houdini's water cell and how learning to face staged challenges transformed her approach to fear. Her experiences highlight the importance of fun in overcoming obstacles, including unexpectedly winning a national cycling race.
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ANECDOTE

Hanging From A C-130

  • Michelle Khare describes preparing to hang from a C-130 during takeoff, a stunt only Tom Cruise had done before.
  • She explains she wasn't born fearless but deliberately developed daredevil skills.
INSIGHT

Amateur's Mindset Accelerates Learning

  • Michelle Khare defines the
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