Adventurer Oli France On Finding Light In The Darkest Places
The High Performance
Episode Details
Published Date
Fri, 30 Dec 2022 01:00:18 GMT
Duration
6:25
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Oli France has led many expeditions, guiding groups through some of the world’s most hostile destinations, from Syria to Iraq, Somalia to Siberia, Congo to Yemen. Here, he has encountered countless bleak situations. He has been caught in a 6.9 magnitude earthquake, held at gunpoint, detained for 5 days on the Afghan border and severely ill with meningitis, while facing spies, interrogations, militia groups, avalanches and more. All this, while attempting to complete intrepid journeys across the globe. What he has learned, however, is that in the bleakest places and the hardest situations we can encounter untold beauty, if we allow ourselves to find it.
His experiences have helped him to develop a range of mental strategies, which he will share alongside harrowing and uplifting stories from his adventures:
- How can we reframe and regain control over our most ambitious goals?
- How can we shift dire situations into positive outcomes?
- How can we become the master over our restrictive perspectives?
With these guiding principles, we can begin to realise that the difficulties we face need not define us or limit our aspirations. We have the power to seek the good amongst the bad, to find resilience through adversity, and to become undaunted by even the harshest setbacks. Even in the darkest places, we hold the power within us to uncover the light.
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Oli France, an experienced expedition leader, has encountered countless bleak situations during his journeys through some of the world's most hostile destinations. From natural disasters to political unrest, he has faced life-threatening challenges that have tested his resilience and perspective.
Through his experiences, Oli has developed a range of mental strategies that enable him to reframe ambitious goals, transform dire situations into positive outcomes, and overcome restrictive perspectives. He emphasizes the importance of seeking the good amidst the bad, finding resilience through adversity, and remaining undaunted even in the harshest setbacks.
Oli's keynote speech, delivered to the High Performance Circle, delves into these guiding principles and offers valuable insights for personal and professional growth. He shares a particularly poignant moment during his expedition across Lake Baikal, where he received news of his wife's pregnancy while facing extreme physical and mental challenges.
Despite the conflicting emotions and the allure of returning home, Oli persevered, reminding himself that his purpose was to continue hauling his sled, step by step. He refined his vision to focus solely on the task at hand, eliminating distractions and self-doubt.
Oli's determination and unwavering focus eventually led him to complete the expedition, becoming one of the first people to finish it solo and unsupported. His story highlights the power of mental resilience, the ability to adapt to changing circumstances, and the importance of maintaining a clear and unwavering vision.
Oli's experiences and insights offer valuable lessons for navigating adversity, overcoming challenges, and finding light in the darkest places. By embracing these principles, individuals can cultivate a mindset that empowers them to seek the good, find resilience, and achieve their goals, even in the face of daunting obstacles.