Episode 106: You’re Moving Too Fast | Burnout, Pole Pole, Kilimanjaro & Why Slowing Down Might Save Your Life

If you try to rush Kilimanjaro…you can die.In Episode 106 of Summit After the Storm, Bart reflects on burnout, emotional exhaustion, nonstop modern life, and one of the most important lessons taught on Kilimanjaro:“Pole pole.”Slowly, slowly.Originally spoken by lead guide Baha, “pole pole” is more than a mountain phrase — it’s survival wisdom. Because on Kilimanjaro, rushing can lead to altitude sickness and death.And maybe life works the same way.This episode explores:⛰️ The real meaning behind “pole pole”🔥 Burnout, emotional overload, and modern exhaustion🙏 Why slowing down is sometimes wisdom, not weakness💭 The danger of nonstop ambition and constant pace📖 “Be still, and know that I am God” — Psalm 46❤️ Presence, relationships, and learning to breathe again🌎 Why many people are climbing through life too fast🧠 The emotional and spiritual cost of never slowing downBecause sustainable climbing requires sustainable pace.🎙️ Summit After the Storm with Bart WilbanksLeadership. Faith. Resilience. Perspective.🌐 summitafterstorm.comAnd for those continuing to climb through life’s storms… merchandise is now available at SummitAfterStorm.com. Just click the cart icon.#Burnout #MentalHealth #Leadership #Faith #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Kilimanjaro #Resilience #KeepClimbing #SummitAfterTheStorm