Most people face hopeless situations of some degree in their lives - financial, grief and loss, relationship struggles, work issues, etc. Often these summits seem impossible to reach but Gary applies the same principles to overcoming these problems with actual mountain climbing. His insight is noteworthy.
His wife was faced with a three-stage cancer diagnosis and they were able to overcome that life-threatening experience and pass on their wisdom to us. He explores perseverance, pushing through weariness, and the importance of taking one step at a time.
Important life lessons related to mountain climbing: