We all have different passions and responsibilities. Right now for me, that looks like being a dad to two incredible kids,

being a partner to Becca, my creativity, and my athletic outdoor play.

I have this rule of thumb that I remind myself about constantly in order to make the best choices with my time,

and also as a way to be kind to myself. If I'm thoughtful and organized, I can do three of those endeavors at a very high level.

I can do it fourth. It's just not gonna be at the highest level.

Three things well. The rest can't be surprised by the results.

This ground rule, in my mind, it's pretty much written in stone.

But a few times, I've met someone who defies that truth.

Micah Burhart is one of those people.

Micah has a new book out more. It's a story of growth and struggle,

parenthood, of climbing, and making a difference in the world.

Of the highs and lows that come with trying to strive for excellence in all those endeavors.

Micah and I sat down to talk about her new book, her experiences, and that beautiful struggle.

Here's an excerpt from that discussion, which is now live on The Diaries Blossom.

The Diaries Blossom

Ice climbing is dangerous. Things fall down. Things fall off. Things pitch in the head.

It's part of the whole deal of ice climbing. There's obviously ways to mitigate all that, but

have you been able to reconcile it? Because I have not.

Yeah. I've always been able to. It's so hard and it feels so scary.

To talk about it because it almost feels like if you're really honest about the questions you have,

it's like admits that there's risk.

And then it's like, oh, the universe here, me. I don't want to bring that up.

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