017: Erik Weihenmayer on The Catalyst for Confidence

017: Erik Weihenmayer on The Catalyst for Confidence

Erik Weihenmayer lives a “no barriers” lifestyle even after becoming blind during his childhood. He is an adventurer who has climbed the seven summits, biked the Leadville 100, kayaked 277 miles down the Colorado river, and was even the first blind person to ever reach the summit of Mt. Everest. Erik is very honest about his life, writing multiple books and sharing his story while helping disadvantaged people conquer their own goals in life.
In this episode, we will be discussing:

How the progression of Erik’s blindness affected his childhood

When being stubborn helps and when it hinders

How Erik had to reintroduce himself to the world

Things that sparked Erik’s sense of adventure

The people Erik’s organization, No Barriers, is helping

Tapping into resilience to be better a better person

Erik’s journey to the top of Mt. Everest

Seeing through the journey to envision the summit

Adapting your mental outlook to flourish

Erik’s definition of vision

The growth and evolution in Erik’s future

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Erik's Website

No Barriers: A Blind Man's Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon

No Barriers Organization

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