Resilience in face of adversity from "summary" of Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer
In the thin air high on Everest, where the stakes are impossibly high and the margin for error is razor-thin, resilience is not just a desirable trait—it's a prerequisite for survival. When faced with adversity in the form of blinding snowstorms, bone-chilling temperatures, and oxygen-deprived air, climbers must dig deep within themselves to find the strength to keep going. It's a test not just of physical endurance, but of mental fortitude as well. In the face of overwhelming odds, some individuals crumble under the pressure, their willpower eroded by fear and doubt. Others, however, rise to the occasion, drawing on their inner reserves of resilience to push through the most daunting challenges. They possess a steely determination that allows them to weather the storm, both literally and figuratively. This resilience enables them to persevere in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles, refusing to be defeated by the mountain's relentless hostility. One such examp...
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