Ep: 174: Climbing Mt Everest Didn't Heal The Void; NATGEO PhotographerCory Richards

In this conversation, Cory Richards shares his journey through personal loss, mental health struggles, and the power of storytelling. He discusses the complexities of survivor's guilt, the importance of feeling seen and validated, and the impact of childhood dynamics on emotional health. Cory reflects on his experiences with bipolar disorder, trauma, and the ways he has sought to understand himself through climbing and photography. The dialogue emphasizes the need for internal exploration and the dangers of chasing external validation. In this conversation, Cory Richards explores the themes of external validation, mortality, resilience, and the importance of community and vulnerability. He reflects on his experiences as a climber, particularly on Everest, and how these experiences shaped his understanding of life and meaning. The discussion delves into the complexities of human emotions, the drive for resilience, and the legacy one leaves behind, emphasizing the significance of empathy and compassion in our interactions with others. titles Chapters 00:00Navigating Loss and Survivor's Guilt 06:11Facing Personal Truths and Vulnerability 12:07The Impact of Trauma and Mental Health 17:56Chasing External Validation and Internal Peace 32:48The Illusion of External Validation 39:07The Challenge of Climbing Everest 45:36Resilience: The Drive to Keep Going 53:22The Power of Vulnerability and Community 59:03Legacy: What We Leave Behind To get in touch with Cory https://www.coryrichards.com/ To follow Cory: https://www.instagram.com/coryrichards/?hl=en If you like this podcast please leave me a review and rate! For more info on my services such as Therapy, Coaching and Tarot readings please visit my website at www.therapeutichealingbyreese.com Follow me on Instagram! https://instagram.com/_keresse_?utm_medium=copy_link Follow me on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/TherapeuticHealingByReese/