Ryan Leech was a pro trials tmountain biker for 25 years, performing thousands of stunt shows for the likes of Crankworx, Red Bull, and Cirque du Soleil, and also holds an Integral Master Coach™ certification.

Ryan offers insight into the complexities of risk and identifies 5 unique flow states, how to cultivate a relationship with uncertainty, the transformative impact of yoga and embodiment on his approach to riding, and the importance of learning and curiosity in both sports and life.

We also look at the role of generosity in our personal evolution and finally discuss the digital age's influence on our attention and the need to consciously cultivate agency, curiosity and presence when we’re online.

03:23 Facing Uncertainty and Fear

19:31 Exploring Risk and Personal Growth

32:31 The Concept of Flow

41:12 The Fascination with Risk and Its Consequences

42:31 The Trap of Attention Capture in the Digital Age

48:26 Exploring 5 Different Types of Flow States

56:39 The Importance of Curiosity and Presence

01:02:03 The Philosophy of Continuous Learning and Growth

01:12:53 The Role of Generosity in Our Personal Evolution

Links:

Ryan Leech website

Ryan's incredible forest trials video

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