In this episode of Scaling Life, we discuss the mental challenges and personal growth that comes with adventure sports like off-piste and backcountry skiing. 

- We talk about getting into a flow state through intense physical exertion, and how it forces you to be present and get out of your own head.

- Maria shares how pushing her physical limits on the ski slopes also pushes her mentally, forcing her to overcome self-doubt and negative self-talk. 

- Petter Erik describes climbing mountains for 6+ hours just to ski down in 15 minutes, and how the challenge helps him push past mental barriers.

- We discuss how putting yourself in physically challenging situations exposes your inner critic and presents opportunities to practice overcoming it. 

- We compare the cultural differences of skiing in orderly, quiet Japan versus chaotic Vietnam.

"When I'm skiing, I just stop thinking and just live in the moment." - Petter Erik

"It's a good practice of just being present with what you do, because usually you can't think of many other things at the same time." - Maria

Listen to the full episode here to hear more! 

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