They kind of go hand-in-hand. Following your motivation, resting when you need to rest, and going for it when you feel inspired.
Chris SharmaClimbing is so fun and such a good experience, that I think it's important not to take it too seriously. It's not the end of the world - or the entire world either.
Chris SharmaMost injuries happen when you're not motivated, too, and you're forcing yourself to do something. Your mind's not aligned with your body and you're just going through the motions. That's when you're most likely to get injured.
Chris SharmaThe best climbers have the will to hold on. They won't give up and keep trying over and over.
Chris SharmaI have done a fair bit of meditation practice, but I think through climbing it's definitely an easier way for me to tap into that mental state of being present and in the moment, very in tune with your body. But not in an intellectual way. Just really responding to the moment, where you don't have time to think.
Chris Sharma