Gabriel Jansen: From Engineer to X-Alps Athlete – How Passion, Knowledge & Mindset Changed His Life

In this episode of the Wanderbird Podcast, Paul sits down with Brazilian Red Bull X-Alps rookie Gabriel Jansen – a former civil engineer who sold his car and left his job to pursue a completely different path.

They talk about how Gabriel discovered paragliding only four years ago, how he rapidly progressed through relentless training and mental focus, and how he sees fear as a challenge best tackled through logic and preparation.

This episode isn’t just about racing – it’s about purpose, self-discovery, and the power of transformation. From the mountains of Brazil to the Alps, Gabriel shares raw insights into the mental game of paragliding, the reality of crashing dreams, and why sharing knowledge might be the greatest reward of all.

🎧 Whether you’re chasing your own goals or just curious what it takes to fly far – mentally and physically – this conversation will stay with you