The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Adventurer with Ash Dykes - Part 2

Ash Dykes, an adventurer, shares his remarkable experiences and lessons learned from his expeditions in Mongolia, Madagascar, and the Yangtze River on a podcast episode. He discusses the obstacles he encountered, including managing rejection, conquering fear, and keeping his eyes on the prize. Ash underscores the significance of perseverance and consistency in achieving success, even when faced with numerous rejections. He also emphasizes the power of visualization and maintaining mental determination and discipline. Through his tales of crossing rivers teeming with crocodiles, battling malaria, and navigating dangerous jungles, Ash exemplifies the tenacity and determination required to overcome extreme challenges. In the course of the episode, Ash motivates listeners to harness their own inner strength and embrace discomfort to achieve their aspirations.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Overcoming rejection: Ash Dykes faced thousands of rejections throughout his journey, but he stayed focused on his goals and remained determined to achieve them. He advises staying dogged, disciplined, and consistent, and not letting anyone's disbelief or rejection phase you. Pushing beyond comfort zones: Ash Dykes emphasizes the importance of pushing oneself beyond comfort zones. He believes that true growth and self-discovery happen when we face challenges and step out of our comfort zones. He encourages visualizing where you want to be in the future and taking action to achieve those goals. Embracing fear: Ash Dykes openly admits to feeling fear during his expeditions, but he emphasizes the importance of not letting fear hold you back. He encourages embracing fear and using it as a motivator to keep going and achieve your goals. Building resilience: Ash Dykes highlights the importance of building resilience and staying mentally determined during challenging times. He shares his experiences of facing life-threatening situations, such as being stalked by wolves and contracting deadly malaria, and how he pushed through those challenges by staying focused and mentally strong. Teamwork and trust: During his expeditions, Ash Dykes formed strong bonds with his guides and fellow adventurers. He emphasizes the power of teamwork and trust, as they relied on each other for support and safety. He believes that going through challenging experiences together can create a strong sense of camaraderie and unity. BEST MOMENTS "Just because no one's found a way to do something doesn't mean it can't be done." "Just because no one else sees it for you doesn't mean you can't see it for yourself." "Integrity is doing the right thing when nobody's watching." "I was shit scared, very scared of the Mongolia trek." "We became so in sync with one another that it was hard not to see them as my brother and sister out there." HOST BIO Olympic medal-winning boxer, Anthony Ogogo, teetered on the brink of a world title before a career-ending eye injury left him mostly blind in one eye. Battling years of depression, he reinvented himself as a professional wrestler with All Elite Wrestling in America. Anthony holds an impressive record of 10 British boxing titles, in addition to being the junior world and junior Olympic champion. Beyond sports, he's a renowned international motivational speaker, gracing prestigious venues like Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street. Anthony's entrepreneurial spirit led him to create Ogogo Fitness, a fitness app. Now, as a podcast host, he shares his incredible journey and the wisdom he's gleaned from life's trials. Join him in exploring the resilience that has defined his life, and the inspirational stories of others who have risen above challenges to find success and happiness. Instagram - @anthonyogogo