Mountains, Money, and Mindset: A Story of Two Worlds

Climbing Dreams Beyond the 9 to 5

In this thrilling episode of The Meg Show with Sahil Gera, we meet a man who’s living two powerful lives—one as a banker navigating numbers and deadlines, and the other as a mountaineer, facing nature’s toughest challenges. His story is not just about adventure; it’s about balance, belief, and bravery.

By day, he manages high-pressure responsibilities in the financial world. But beyond the 9 to 5, his heart belongs to the mountains. He has scaled some of the world’s most dangerous peaks—including Everest, Lhotse, and Manaslu—where one wrong step could cost a life. These are not weekend hikes, but intense, high-risk expeditions requiring mental and physical strength.

From Office Desk to Snowy Peaks
The episode opens with how his love for mountaineering began. Despite having a stable job, he felt a deep connection to the mountains. He started training, preparing, and finally taking on expeditions that tested his limits. His ability to balance both his job and passion is what makes his story truly inspiring.

Balancing Career and Climbing
Many dream of chasing their passion, but few actually do it—especially when they already have a successful corporate career. In the podcast, he shares how he plans leaves around climbs, manages physical training alongside long office hours, and stays mentally focused in both worlds.

Life-Threatening Challenges
His journey hasn’t been easy. From brutal weather conditions to oxygen shortages and near-death experiences, the mountains have taught him what survival truly means. At such altitudes, mental strength becomes more important than muscle, and trust in your team becomes a matter of life or death.

A Message to Dreamers
His story is a powerful reminder: you don’t have to quit your job to follow your dream—you just have to start. He encourages listeners to make time for what they love, face their fears, and never let the fear of failure stop them.

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