In Episode 84 of The Most Serious Podcast, we sit down with Amit Negi, a high-altitude mountaineer and explorer who has summited Mount Everest and several other Himalayan peaks. Amit is an accomplished mountaineer known for scaling challenging peaks and pushing human endurance limits. Recently honoured at the Everest Awards Summit, he continues to inspire through his dedication to mountain exploration and adventure sports.We unpack what it truly takes to climb Everest — not just physically, but mentally and spiritually. From near-death experiences to the silent moments at 8,000 meters, Amit opens up about fear, flow, loss, and purpose.🌐 Topics Covered: • What it feels like to summit Everest • Training your mind and body for extreme altitudes • Handling fear, loneliness, and uncertainty • Why the mountains humble even the strongest • Real stories of survival and letting go⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Why Climb Everest?03:35 – Amit’s Early Life and First Trek07:10 – When Mountains Became Obsession10:40 – The Physical Prep Nobody Talks About14:30 – Entering the Death Zone: What Really Happens18:55 – Mental Collapse and Recovery Mid-Climb23:20 – “I Couldn’t Breathe, But I Had to Move”27:10 – Death on the Mountain: Losing Teammates32:05 – The Role of Faith and Silence at Altitude35:30 – Post-Everest Expeditions: What Now?40:15 – Why He Still Climbs43:10 – Advice to Anyone on Their Own Mountain45:10 – Final Reflections and OutroABOUT OUR CHANNELWelcome to The Most Serious Podcast! We embark on thought-provoking journeys with exceptional minds, unraveling insights, inspiration, and real-world strategies for growth. Whether you're seeking motivation, wisdom, or a spark of curiosity, you'll find it here.🔔 Subscribe to our channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Ncn91-AslazMY_47_BAGw📌 Find us at:🔗 https://linktr.ee/themostseriouspod🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple, and Google Podcasts!