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Whether you’re chasing your own purpose, trying to break through excuses, or learning how to balance ambition with presence, this conversation is a masterclass in intentional living. Chase sits down with entrepreneur, best-selling author, helicopter pilot, and ultra-endurance athlete Álvaro Núñez. From hallucinating in the Sahara Desert to completing seven marathons on seven continents in a single week, Álvaro’s journey shows how to transform obstacles into superpowers. He shares how to find (or let life reveal) your “why,” why silence can build resilience more than constant grinding, and how curiosity keeps him striving for new challenges in life, business, and adventure.
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00:00 – Introduction: Meet Álvaro Núñez, his mission, and the focus of today’s conversation.
01:30 – The Sahara Desert & The Weight of Depression: Álvaro’s story of endurance, purpose, and carrying others’ burdens.
08:00 – When Your Why Finds You: Training for the world’s toughest bike race while his father battles cancer.
15:30 – The Power of Silence: Why stillness, solitude, and retreats matter more than constant hustle.
25:00 – Pressure as Privilege: Embracing pain, setbacks, and fear as growth opportunities.
32:00 – Curiosity as a Compass: How Álvaro keeps seeking growth in life, sports, and family.
45:00 – Resilience Through Pain: Running seven marathons on seven continents with broken ribs.
55:00 – Storytelling Over Performance: Using experiences to inspire and empower through social media.
1:06:00 – Ever Forward Philosophy: Álvaro’s definition of living with intentionality and relentless action.
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