What does it really take to keep going after fear, failure, and setbacks? In this episode, Alita Guillen sits down with professional climber and mountaineer Emily Harrington to talk about risk, resilience, and the mindset behind some of the world’s most extreme climbs. Emily shares what it was like attempting to free climb Yosemite’s El Capitan in under 24 hours, the terrifying fall that nearly ended the journey, and why failure has become one of the most important parts of her growth as an athlete and person. Emily also opens up about the mental side of climbing, learning to trust preparation without becoming rigid, balancing adventure with motherhood, and why taking risks doesn’t mean being reckless. From free soloing misconceptions and training routines to grief, fear, and staying present in high-pressure moments, the conversation explores how pushing beyond comfort can shape every part of life. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyaharrington/ Web: https://emilyharrington.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/10secondstoair/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alitaguillen/ Web: https://www.alitaguillen.com/ Web: https://www.10secondstoair.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices