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Revolutionary Fear Guide

The Art of Fear

by Kristen Ulmer

Audiobook Narrated by Jane Oppenheimer 11 hrs and 54 mins

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Former professional extreme skier Kristen Ulmer spent decades being labelled "the best woman skier in the world" and confronting death-defying descents. Yet her relationship with fear was far from healthy. In this groundbreaking work, she challenges everything we've been taught about conquering, managing, or overcoming our fears.

Drawing on Eastern philosophy, Western psychology, and hard-won personal experience, Ulmer presents a radical alternative: befriending fear rather than fighting it. She argues that our attempts to suppress or eliminate fear create the very anxiety and limitations that hold us back. Through accessible wisdom and practical guidance, she reveals how embracing fear as a valuable ally can unlock greater performance, deeper fulfilment, and authentic courage—whether one is navigating mountain faces or the challenges of everyday life.