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The Discomfort ZoneAuthor: Anna Levesque
Do you feel called toward something bigger a dream, adventure, or purpose but fear keeps holding you back? Welcome to The Discomfort Zone the outdoor, mindset, and leadership podcast where courage meets the edge. Every Tuesday, host Anna Levesque world-class whitewater kayaker, World Championship medalist, author, and mental agility coach dives into raw, real conversations with paddlers, athletes, leaders, adventurers, and purpose-driven humans who choose growth over comfort. From powerful stories on wild rivers and mountain trails to navigating major life transitions, these conversations explore what it truly takes to face fear, build confidence, and find your flow on and off the water. You'll hear: Stories from whitewater kayakers outdoor athletes pushing their edge Insights from guides, coaches, and leaders creating impact in their fields Practical mental-agility leadership tools you can use right away Lessons from expeditions, competition, and personal transformation How to navigate the discomfort that fuels growth, courage, and purpose Whether you're a paddler, outdoor enthusiast, emerging leader, or someone seeking more courage in everyday life, you'll walk away with practical tools to strengthen resilience, show up with confidence, and embrace the adventure of being alive. If you're ready to stop playing small and start living boldly, you're in the right zone. Language: en-us Genres: Education, Self-Improvement, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep #103 Tyler Curtis on Modeling Courage and Why Passion Matters
Episode 103
Tuesday, 10 March, 2026
You've felt that edge before — the moment between staying in the eddy and peeling out into the current. In this episode of The Discomfort Zone Podcast, I sit down with world-class kayaker, coach, and avalanche specialist Tyler Curtis to explore what it really means to lean into uncertainty — on the river and in life. From freestyle kayaking and youth coaching, to living abroad and learning a new language, Tyler shares how following his passion shaped not just his career, but his resilience, confidence, and leadership. We talk about how fear evolves, how risk tolerance changes over time, and why modeling failure as a coach builds real trust. This conversation blends whitewater wisdom with practical mindset tools you can apply immediately — whether you're challenging yourself to run harder rivers, leading others, or navigating uncertainty in your everyday life. In this episode, you'll explore: How to tell the difference between real danger and the stories your mind creates Why modeling failure builds trust, confidence, and stronger coaching relationships How freestyle kayaking develops resilience and mental agility under pressure What youth athletes can teach us about courage and pushing comfort zones Why following your passion builds transferable life skills — from leadership to risk management If you care about building courage — in yourself or in the people you lead — this episode will change how you think about fear and growth. 🎧 Listen now to explore how passion becomes discipline, skill, and leadership.
