Episode 752: Kristen Ulmer- The Art of Fear
Channel: Mind Pump Show
Date: 25/04/2018

752: Kristen Ulmer- The Art of Fear

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin interview Kristen Ulmer, a former world champion big mountain downhill skier and author of The Art of Fear. Most people have been taught that fear is something to be overcome or conquered. Kristen lays out compelling reasons why, rather than taking an adversarial position with fear, that you should make "friends" with fear. You can learn more about Kristen at www.kristenulmer.com and @ulmer.kristen on Facebook.

    Voted most fearless women extreme athlete! Kristen’s fascinating background. (5:40)
    Felt like a fraud. The transition from repressing fear to embracing the fear. (11:13)
    The Brain: The Manufacturing Plant for Fear. (18:45)
    Why do we cry tears of joy? (22:23)
    Pushing your fear to the basement. The repression of fear that causes panic attacks. (25:00)
    Fear was my greatest motivator. I felt invisible as a child. Her addiction to fear and how it made her feel alive. (27:55)
    How we SHOULD talk to fear. (35:00)
    Tips to become FEARLESS. (38:42)
    Building your fear practice. Live practical methods to make friends with your fear. (41:53)
    PTSD: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder redefined as PTRD: Post-Traumatic Repression Disorder. (55:40)
        5 Primary Emotions (1:03:45)
    Have an intimate relationship with fear. Steps you can take NOW to deal with fear. (1:06:34)
    Masculinity to femininity. How her parents have shaped her. (1:17:20)
    Be willing to feel your fear and emotions. What has been the reaction to her book from men and women? (1:21:35)
    What is my relationship with myself TODAY? How to understand your false-self persona. (1:24:50)

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