Matthew Childs' 9 life lessons from rock climbing

http://www.ted.com In this talk from TED University 2009, veteran rock climber Matthew Childs shares nine pointers for rock climbing. These handy tips bear on an effective life at sea level, too.

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[PugDiary]

Rule #1: Dont let go

Rule #9: Know how to let go

[lustkiller]

i like pickled turtles

[Rawskillz07]

I guess their still strength and stamina involved, along with balance which is really important

[gamesbok]

The point is that climbing is about balance, not about strength.

[youvebeenthunderstru]

It's not conflicting. 9 is if you absolutely have to let go and you have no alternative. Falls in with "have a plan".

[ArxVirtus]

i like turtles

[savagian]

i like pickles

[l1hao]

1 and 9 seem to conflict, I guess you do the balancing.

[Cannibalzz]

I don't know about this video, this "advice" sounds rather obvious.