I am not fearless. I get scared plenty. But I have also learned how to channel that emotion to sharpen me.

And if you give your heart to a goal, it will repay you. It's the law of the universe.

I was always brought up to have a cup of tea at halfway up a rock face.

I've seen extreme bravery from the least likely of people. Life is about the moments when it's all gone wrong. That's when we define ourselves.

There's no magic to running far or climbing Everest. Endurance is mental strength. It's all about heart.

I said no to the Born Survivor producer three times because I've never aspired to be a TV man.

Nobody wants to end up super rich and famous - but divorced. I'm always clear on that and try to stay on the right side of the line.