83: Laird Hamilton- How To Transform Fear and Find Your Flow

"If you can't be true to yourself then you can't be true to anyone" Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, Laird Hamilton, world-renowned 'waterman', best known as an American big-wave surfer and pioneer in the world of action water sports, talks about his feelings and thoughts during those heart-stopping seconds when he is riding a wave. He shares his technique to conquer fears and speaks honestly about his relationship with death. He also explains how coming to terms with dying makes you appreciate life a lot more and helps you live life on your own terms. Some Questions I Ask What does it feel like to ride those big waves? How do you prepare yourself to surf these waves? How do you get yourself into the zone? Do you still get scared? Is the fear the same or is it different after all these years? Was there ever a time on your journey where you felt like giving up? What kept you going? How do you deal with the mundane? Are there any ways that you calculate risk in your life? In This Episode You Will Learn How to navigate negative self-talk. The main reason you should listen to your instincts and not your pride. How to make peace with death. A key to developing your courage.  The definition of success. 3 practices to optimize your life.