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 Long-form adventurous conversations with experts in mindset, resilience, sport psychology, fear management, presence, attention, distraction, flow-state, performance psychology, well-being and more with professional climber and coach Hazel Findlay.Strong Mind Développement personnel Réussite
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  • Can You Climb Without Ego? Zen Lessons from Francis Sanzaro

    Can You Climb Without Ego? Zen Lessons from Francis Sanzaro
    Aug 13 2025

    Hazel sits down with climber, philosopher, and author Francis Sanzaro for a deep dive on the ego—what it is, how it shows up in climbing and life, and how Zen philosophy offers tools to loosen its grip. From ambition, status, and self-worth to the joy (and traps) of goal-setting, Francis draws on decades of climbing experience and insights from Zen and philosophy. Along the way, they explore how the ego shapes who we are and what it means to have a mind that’s truly free.


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    Timestamps

    00:00:10 - Intro

    00:02:40 - Who is Francis Sanzaro, and how did philosophy meet climbing?

    00:06:22 - What is Zen, really—religion or self-inquiry?

    00:00:10 - intro00:09:09 - What does a Zen life look like day to day?

    00:12:46 - What is the ego, and how does it show up in climbing?

    00:16:54 - Are we constantly trading ego like currency in social spaces?

    00:21:13 - Is striving for success draining the joy from climbing?

    00:24:48 - Does the ego drive our extrinsic motivations?

    00:30:34 - Can we set goals without becoming attached to outcomes? Can ego be a tool for greatness or is it a trap?

    00:37:38 - Are top athletes good examples—or cautionary tales?

    00:44:26 - How does the climbing community shape our sense of worth?

    00:49:21 - Can we protect ourselves from external judgment and status pressure?

    00:56:02 - What simple practices can help us observe without reacting?

    01:01:58 - Should we feel pride—or let it go like any other attachment?

    01:05:51 - Does letting go of ego mean feeling less—or feeling more?

    01:08:24 - Would humanity still strive for greatness without ego?

    01:12:27 - How does it feel to climb with ego versus without it? What does it mean to have a mind that’s truly free?
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    1 h et 21 min
  • AMA with Hazel – Climbing, Mindset, Motherhood & More

    AMA with Hazel – Climbing, Mindset, Motherhood & More
    Jul 22 2025
    In this special AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode, Hazel answers listener-submitted questions covering everything from climbing training, risk, and performance, to motherhood, mindset, and identity. Tune in for candid, off-the-cuff responses packed with personal stories, vulnerability, and actionable advice. Sign up for our thought of the week here! LinkTime stamps00:00:10 – Intro 00:02:03 – How old were you when you started climbing, and when did you realise you wanted to get good? 00:04:49 – What’s been the hardest thing about becoming a mum? 00:06:45 – What’s your favourite cam size? 00:07:23 – What’s the best way to train for outdoor climbing indoors, especially with new-school setting styles? 00:08:59 – If today were your last day climbing, what would you do tomorrow? 00:10:04 – What’s been the most unexpected thing about motherhood? 00:11:40 – What’s the best thing about climbing since becoming a mum? 00:12:45 – What are you most looking forward to next as a climber? 00:13:54 – How have you dealt with being a female athlete in a male-dominated sport? 00:20:08 – What would present Hazel say to past Hazel—and vice versa? 00:22:49 – Does fear show up for you as feelings or thoughts? 00:25:50 – How do you balance hard onsights with the risk of a fall that could set you back? 00:27:58 – Is there a lack of info on how to keep weight on your feet? 00:28:55 – Did fear of performance loss postpone you having a baby? 00:31:07 – If you could only choose trad, sport, or bouldering, which would it be? 00:32:22 – What changes have you seen in climbing in the last 10 years? 00:34:14 – What was it like sharing a tent with Alex Honnold in Greenland? 00:35:33 – Why does climbing bring you so much joy? 00:37:05 – What’s your favourite crag in Scotland? 00:37:59 – What are your daily and weekly routines like? 00:40:13 – Do you adapt your training based on your menstrual cycle? 00:40:44 – What was your first trad lead like, and how old were you? 00:41:12 – Will you go back to climbing in Avon Gorge? 00:42:56 – What was your biggest fear around pregnancy and postpartum climbing? 00:43:41 – What’s the weirdest Euro climbing thing you’ve heard of? 00:43:56 – Has climbing ever become an obsession or addiction for you? 00:45:15 – What are your views on encouraging more minorities in climbing? 00:46:50 – Have you ever felt pressure to perform in your career? 00:50:23 – How can someone start learning trad climbing? 00:51:21 – How has your relationship with risk changed since the “place less gear” interview? 00:52:24 – What challenges have you faced in your climbing career, and how did you overcome them? 00:54:01 – How do you balance climbing and caring for your child? 00:55:03 – How do you balance self-compassion with pushing yourself? 00:57:18 – How do you mentally handle not climbing when your baby needs you? 00:57:53 – When did you realise you were bolder than most climbers? 00:59:53 – What are the biggest mental challenges of being a professional climber that people don’t see? 01:01:21 – How do you think your mindset will evolve as you get older? 01:01:55 – How can I support a bouldering partner who fears falling and being watched? 01:03:15 – How did you change your training during pregnancy? 01:04:27 – How did you pick your daughter’s name? 01:04:55 – How can I support my kids in climbing while also growing myself? 01:06:21 – What are your biggest fears now, and how are you working through them? 01:08:05 – Who was your biggest mentor, and what did they teach you? 01:08:31 – Which country has the best climbing? 01:08:48 – What mental strategies did you learn from recovering from a shoulder injury? 01:09:37 – What sport are you worst at? 01:09:49 – How can I train if I don’t have a partner? 01:10:25 – Did you have rectus diastasis postpartum, and was it an issue for bouldering? 01:12:07 – Does sponsorship of privileged athletes impact confidence in those from less affluent backgrounds?
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    1 h et 17 min
  • Big walls and bedtime stories with Leo Houlding

    Big walls and bedtime stories with Leo Houlding
    Jul 9 2025

    Hazel sits down with Leo and Jess Houlding and their eldest daughter, Freya. They start with Leo’s legendary adventures, expeditions and first ascents, exploring how his mindset and approach to risk have evolved over the years. Then the focus shifts to family life — from climbing El Cap together to powder skiing in Japan — and what it means to raise resilient, curious, and courageous kids in a world that often prioritises safety above all else.


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    00:00:00 – Intro

    • 00:05:51 – Why did Leo choose to move back to the UK?

    • 00:08:56 – Reflecting on his bold climbing days: how does Leo feel about his past now?

    • 00:24:23 – Balancing passion and profession: what motivates Leo today?

    • 00:31:17 – What advice would Leo give to people who feel stuck in life?

    • 00:35:21 – Leo’s biggest fear for his kids

    • 00:38:33 – What have Leo’s kids taught him about fear?

    • 00:41:40 – Getting the challenge level right for children

    • 00:49:49 – Balancing psychological safety and resilience in parenting

    • 00:57:01 – Kids and social media: where do they stand?

    • 01:06:40 – What it’s really like having an adventurous family lifestyle

    • 01:13:37 – Meet Jess Houlding

    • 01:17:25 – Making decisions together as parents: how Leo and Jess navigate it

    • 01:24:36 – How has this parenting approach shaped their kids?

    • 01:26:48 – What motivated the Houldings’ year-long family trip?

    • 01:31:22 – Meet Freya: Freya’s relationship with fear and her favourite part of the trip

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    1 h et 36 min
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