CROSSING BHUTAN
A Journey Beyond Boundaries
In 2011, I led the first human-powered crossing of Bhutan from west to east - a 42-day journey through some of the most remote terrain on Earth. We traversed 485 kilometers by foot and mountain bike, facing the equivalent of scaling Mount Everest three times.
What began as a physical challenge became a profound lesson in the difference between doing and being while exploring alternative paths to success.
The Documentary
The award-winning documentary "Crossing Bhutan" captures our extraordinary expedition through this Himalayan kingdom that measures progress by Gross National Happiness instead of GDP.
The film provides intimate access to a rarely-seen country and our internal journey questioning conventional Western metrics of success. Through stunning cinematography and candid moments of struggle and triumph, viewers witness both the breathtaking beauty of the landscape and the transformative power of pushing beyond comfort zones.
Integration over Separation
The Bhutanese don't separate spiritual practices from daily life - everything is integrated. This mirrors my belief that who you are being should align with what you are doing.
Process over Destination
In the Himalayas, the journey becomes the goal. The expedition revealed how focusing solely on outcomes often blinds us to the richness of the path itself.
Collective Achievement
Success in Bhutan is measured collectively, not individually. Our expedition succeeded because everyone contributed their unique strengths while supporting others through vulnerability.
Sustainable Progress
Bhutan's commitment to environmental preservation above economic gain provides a powerful model for sustainable leadership that considers long-term impact over short-term wins.
These insights now form a foundation of my coaching philosophy, helping leaders integrate achievement with authenticity and transform success from an endpoint into a launching point for extraordinary impact.
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