One thing I know for sure: it is only by doing what we fear that we can ever truly learn to be brave.

There is little faith involved in setting out on a journey where the destination is certain and every step in between has been mapped in detail. Bravery, trust, is about leaving camp in the dark, when we do not know the route ahead and cannot be certain we will ever return.

It's unresolved conflict in my life that I have a lovely family and a risky job.

Well, wolves will pretty rarely hunt. You're vulnerable if you're on your own or injured. But for lone wolves, get up high, show them that you're not injured, face 'em off, be authoritarian with it, and look 'em in the eye.

What Scouting says to people is: Every child has a right to have an adventure. Life is about grabbing opportunities

A wise man knows; learn from others, never get complacent and know where the classic old dangers come from.

That feeling when you're so cold you'd give anything to be warm - I've had it before, literally huddled around a candle flame on an ice sheet.