I read this article very slowly, pausing and reflecting along the way because so many sentences in this article resonated with me and validated some lessons learned from past experiences.

He combines months of careful planning with elite levels of performance to reach a particular goal, even at the risk of death in the process of perfecting his approach.

Even at the risk of death! Can there be a higher level of commitment? Commitment to plan and execute is key to success. In my team, we don’t use the word “try”.

“…even when the physical exertion and sheer suffering are excruciating in some pursuits”.

“Seeing pain as a step and not a holding pattern, he says, is critical to our ability to embrace life”.

“…that means a willingness to thrust himself into chaotic conditions in pursuit of breaking new ground”

These sentences bring to my mind projects our team worked on that required a high level of resilience for an extended period that required many personal sacrifices. These are the achievements I am most proud of.

“He says courage is a purpose-driven exercise, entailing moving through risk with clear thinking, not bravado”.

Again, emphasizing the importance of planning, taking risks into account.

In summary, this article clearly illustrates how a combination of careful planning, commitment and resilience can lead to success and reaching new heights.