039: Why You Shouldn’t Become Fearless: Kristen Ulmer on “The Art of Fear”

Welcome to Meet the Author, a show that takes you behind the scenes to meet the authors of today’s most impactful books. This is a show about stories and ideas that will educate, encourage, and inspire you to live a richer, more meaningful life. Today, we’re joined by Kristen Ulmer, a former professional extreme skier and fear specialist, to discuss her book The Art of Fear. In her groundbreaking work, Kristen challenges our traditional views of fear, inviting us to approach it as a valuable ally rather than something to conquer or avoid. This episode will help you rethink your relationship with fear, unlocking new potential for growth and resilience.About Kristen Ulmer and The Art of Fear: Kristen Ulmer’s career as one of the world’s top extreme athletes gave her an intimate understanding of fear. In The Art of Fear, she shares her unique approach to managing fear—one that rejects conventional advice and instead teaches us to work with fear as a guide. Kristen offers readers practical tools for recognizing, embracing, and even befriending fear, helping us to channel its energy toward achieving goals and living more fully.In The Art of Fear, Kristen Ulmer empowers readers to approach life’s challenges with openness and courage. Her book is an invitation to let go of fearlessness and embrace fear in all its complexity, ultimately transforming it from an obstacle into an ally.Links:Purchase The Art of Fear on AmazonLearn more about Kristen Ulmer and her work at https://www.kristenulmer.comFollow Allison Trowbridge & Copper Books on InstagramDownload the Copper Books App: https://author.love/appLearn more about Copper Books: www.copperbooks.comApply to publish with Copper: https://admin.typeform.com/form/zqBcs2sM/create?block=01HRZD9J9B8XV7VDN759VWM2RTFollow Copper Books on Instagram: https://instagram.com/copper.booksFollow Allison Trowbridge on Instagram: https://instagram.com/alliebridge