Colin O'Brady, a professional endurance athlete and motivational speaker, shares his incredible journey of crossing Antarctica solo. He discusses mastering the mind to conquer self-doubt and the power of mantras and visualization during extreme challenges. Colin emphasizes resilience and tapping into flow states to surpass perceived limits. He reflects on the vital support from loved ones and the transformative lessons learned through adversity. Prepare to be inspired to push past your own barriers and unlock your limitless potential!
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Everest to Denali
After summiting Everest, Colin's wife, Jenna, orchestrated a complex travel plan to get him to Denali.
He climbed Denali in 3 days, setting two world records.
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Athlete as Artist
Colin O'Brady views himself as an artist using endurance sports as his canvas.
His goal is to inspire positivity and connect with humanity.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Overcoming Challenges
Focus on mental strength to overcome doubts and fears when facing big challenges.
Show up daily, set small goals, and adapt your strategy as needed.
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THOSE WHO SAY THEY CAN AND THOSE WHO SAY THE CAN'T ARE USUALLY BOTH RIGHT.
Any time you try to do something great, there are going to be critics.
That’s impossible. That’s crazy. You’ll never be able to do that.
But the biggest doubter is often yourself.
How can we master our minds and quiet our fears when we are striving for greatness?
It’s about pushing past our limits and tapping into a flow state.
We are full of limitless potential.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk with a man conquered his own doubts to break records that many said were impossible: Colin O’Brady.
Colin O'Brady is a professional endurance athlete, motivational speaker, and adventurer. On Dec. 26, 2018, Colin became the first person in history to cross Antarctica solo, unsupported and unaided. It was a 932-mile expedition completed in 54 days.
At the end of his expedition across Antarctica, Colin tapped into a flow state that allowed him to finish without stopping.
He used mantras and visualization to push past his limits. He now wants to share those tools with you.
So get ready to learn how to do the impossible on Episode 775.
Some Questions I Ask:
Why do you want to do these challenges in the first place? (17:00)
How do people push through physical and mental barriers? (20:30)
What were you saying to yourself the final 12 hours of your journey? (36:00)
How important is the support of your wife, Jenna? (49:00)
What’s your mission moving forward? (52:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How Colin broke The Explorer’s Grand Slam world record (8:00)
How Colin used the “Forrest Gump Effect” (15:30)
The mantra that helped Colin get through his toughest journey (27:00)
How swimming and meditation can help you get into the “flow state” (29:00)
The story of Colin’s burn accident in Thailand (40:00)
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