Risk, Flow and the Power of Attention with Ryan Leech

Ryan Leech was a pro trials mountain biker for 25 years, performing thousands of stunt shows for the likes of Crankworx, Red Bull, and Cirque du Soleil, and also holds an  Integral Master Coach™ certification.Ryan offers insight into the complexities of risk and identifies 6 unique flow states, how to cultivate a relationship with uncertainty, the transformative impact of yoga and embodiment on his approach to riding, and the importance of learning and curiosity in both sports and life. We also look at the role of generosity on our path of personal evolution and discuss the digital age's influence on our attention and the need to consciously cultivate agency, curiosity and presence when we’re online. 03:23 Facing Uncertainty and Fear19:31 Exploring Risk and Personal Growth32:31 The Concept of Flow41:12 The Fascination with Risk and Its Consequences42:31 The Trap of Attention Capture in the Digital Age48:26 Exploring 5 Different Types of Flow States56:39 The Importance of Curiosity and Presence01:02:03 The Philosophy of Continuous Learning and Growth01:12:53 The Role of Generosity in Our Personal EvolutionLinks:Ryan Leech websiteRyan's incredible forest trials videoSupport the showIf you love the show please consider becoming a patron with as little as a $3 monthly  subscription. It’s an unpaid labour of love and your support helps the show grow, and encourages me to keep it coming!Did this episode spark questions for you?I'd love to hear from you! Feel free to email me with comments, questions or guests you'd like me to interview. Send a voice message or email me hereThanks so much for listening!If you like the show, I’d so appreciate it if you’d follow in your fav podcast player, and share it with people you think would love it. Connect with me online:Liz Wiltzen Coaching WebsiteTracking Yes BlogThe story that launched the ethos:Tracking Yes - A Guide to Everyday Magic