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A Near-Death Experience: A Journey That Changed My Life
It was during a 20-mile hike in Iceland that I had a near-death experience that would shape my life’s perspective. The journey was filled with numerous obstacles, including gale-force winds, poor visibility, fatigue, hypothermia, limited food and water and a guide who was more lost than a tourist in Times Square. Despite all these challenges, I thought about quitting approximately 852 times (and that’s a conservative estimate). Despite the difficulties, I kept going, and the remaining 5% of the hike that was free from these treacherous conditions made it all worth it.
What I encountered next was a verdant valley filled with countless waterfalls, double rainbows, and breathtaking views that made me question whether I’d wandered into a Tolkien novel. It looked like something straight out of a children’s storybook, a place where anything was possible. I began to draw parallels between this journey and life itself. Life can be tough, but it is important to never give up, no matter the conditions that are out of our control.
The impact of this experience has left me with a newfound belief in my own abilities. I now approach every challenge in life and business with the same perseverance, ready to take on anything that comes my way, including the harsh winters in Manhattan. While I may not have to climb mountains, I am ready to move them if necessary.
This brush with death in Iceland has etched an unforgettable mark on my life. The lessons of that journey – persistence, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity – are now woven into the fabric of my being and echo in every step I take.
