Description
What drives someone to balance saving lives in the clinic with risking it all on the world’s tallest mountains? In this conversation, Dr. Larry Daugherty discusses his calling to serve, the parallels between medicine and mountaineering, and how purpose and presence guide him through both triumph and uncertainty. His journey is a testament to living with intention — in every environment.

Topics Discussed

• The intersection of medicine, adventure, and purpose
• Lessons from mountaineering and applying them to leadership and life
• Building resilience through extreme experiences
• Finding meaning in service, risk, and self-discovery
• How courage and vulnerability coexist in both medicine and exploration

Key Takeaways

• True courage lies not in the absence of fear, but in acting despite it.
• The lessons from nature mirror those from medicine — humility, presence, and adaptability.
• Service and adventure can both be pathways to self-discovery and contribution.
• Purpose expands when we align our passions with something greater than ourselves.
• Fulfillment comes from the journey, not just the summit.

Conclusion
Dr. Larry Daugherty’s story challenges us to explore our own “mountains” — the challenges that test our limits and define our purpose. Whether in the operating room or on a glacier, his message is clear: life’s greatest adventures begin when we step into the unknown with courage and heart.

About The Host:

Dr. Shehz's journey from an undocumented immigrant to a U.S. citizen mirrors the transformative power of the vision he now champions. As an eye surgeon turned wealth coach, he guides high achievers to sharpen their inner vision, turning life's hazy ambitions into a focused sense of meaning. In today's world, you need time and money to achieve your purpose driven goals, and Dr. Shehz teaches how to have an abundance of both. His mission extends beyond correcting physical sight; he empowers individuals to envision and manifest their highest potential, celebrating the clarity of aligning one's life with their true north. Dr. Shehz helps natural-born leaders rewrite their stories, ignite their purpose, and create lives of boundless impact and fulfillment through his transformative coaching, cutting-edge AI-based courses, and speaking engagements.

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