How I climbed a 3,000-foot vertical cliff — without ropes | Alex Honnold | TED Talk

Alex Honnold’s inspiring TED Talk “How I climbed a 3,000-foot vertical cliff — without ropes,” describes his experience free solo climbing El Capitan, a 3,000-foot vertical cliff in California’s Yosemite National Park. He starts by showing a 30-second video of his climb and then talks about his process for managing fear. He describes how he became a climber and how, through resilience and mindfulness, gradually built up his comfort with free soloing over time. Throughout his talk, Honnold emphasizes the importance of preparation, grit, and mental focus in achieving one’s goals.