3 Minute Skinny : The Art of Resilience - A Master Class by an Expert
A 3 Minute Skinny on 'The Art of Resilience' by Ross Edgley
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“Resilience isn't just about enduring; it's about bouncing back stronger”.
Ross Edgley is an athlete, adventurer, and author known for his extraordinary physical feats. His insights on resilience and mental fortitude make him a voice worth listening to.
His most popular book, 'The Art of Resilience' is a testament to human endurance and mental fortitude.
The book is a chronicle of Edgley's extraordinary feat of swimming around Great Britain, a journey of 1,780 miles, which he completed in 157 days.
The book is a blend of adventure, sports science, and philosophy, exploring the concept of resilience.
It's a must-read for leaders in large enterprise organizations as it provides valuable insights into perseverance, goal setting, and overcoming physical and mental challenges.
Book Summary
Here's a one-sentence summary of each chapter (only 5 chapters):
Chapter 1: The start of an epic journey, setting the stage for the challenges ahead.
Chapter 2: The physical and mental preparation required for such a feat.
Chapter 3: The first taste of the grueling task, battling the elements and self-doubt.
Chapter 4: The importance of a strong support system and the role of teamwork.
Chapter 5: The triumph of completing the journey and the lessons learned.
"The only limitations are the ones we set for ourselves."
Want to Learn More?
Here are four media resources to learn more about this work:
1. Podcast: 'The Art of Resilience' with Ross Edgley - 1 hour
2. YouTube: 'Ross Edgley's Great British Swim' - 45 minutes
3. Podcast: 'Ross Edgley on Mental and Physical Resilience' - 1 hour 30 minutes
4. YouTube: 'Ross Edgley's Top 10 Rules For Success' - 20 minutes
Why no URLs? YouTube and Apple change the URLs regularly, so the links stop working every month. Instead, you can look them up easily from the titles.
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