EP14: Climbing Everest: Lessons in Life, Connection, and Transformation with Deri Llewellyn-Davies

"If you died tomorrow, what would you regret?" This powerful question drives our conversation with Deri, who reflects on his father's deathbed regrets and how it shaped his life. Deri shares how his father's reflections on missed opportunities inspired him to live fully and pursue his passions without hesitation. He recounts his harrowing experience on Mount Everest in 2015, where a massive earthquake claimed many lives, reinforcing the fragility of life and the urgency to seize every moment. Discover how Deri's journey reflects the importance of embracing challenges, fostering deep connections with loved ones, channeling energy into passions, and the concept of "flow" in our lives.

Episode Highlights:

01:55 - Rugby ain’t always civilised

03:50 - Growing up in Wales

07:41 - Harnessing the Power of Flow

10:44 - Lessons from My Father's Deathbed

16:14 - The Moment That Changed Everything

20:08 - A Moment of Pure Survival

24:34 - Being Presumed Dead

28:28 - After surviving Everest

31:16 - The Most Common Regret

35:13 - The Role of Action in Parenting

39:53 - Where does mastery begin

41:07 - Find Your Path Despite Family Challenges

47:43 - Embracing Vulnerability in Parenting

51:08 - How I Chose Who I Was

53:06 - Taking the Badge Off

55:37 - Never Let the “C” word Define You

01:00:36 - Your Struggles Leads to Strength

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