Meet Kuntal Joisher, the first person in the world to summit Mount Everest—not once, but TWICE—on a 100% vegan lifestyle. His journey from an unhealthy IT professional to an elite mountaineer is a testament to the power of mindset, perseverance, and purpose. But climbing Everest wasn’t just about personal achievement—it was about proving that anything can be done without exploiting animals.
🏔 Finding Your Everest: How a small hike ignited a passion that changed Kuntal’s life forever.
🥦 Fueling for Extreme Adventure: How he maintained peak performance at the highest altitudes on an entirely plant-based diet.
🧠 Mental Resilience & Pushing Through Fear: The psychological battles of high-altitude climbing and how they translate to everyday life.
👕 Innovation in Ethical Gear: Why Kuntal refused to wear traditional animal-based climbing suits and instead pioneered the world’s first vegan mountaineering suit.
🔥 Overcoming Resistance: How he dealt with doubters, naysayers, and the belief that veganism and extreme sports don’t mix.
💡 Lessons for Everyday Life: The mindset shifts and strategies we can all adopt to conquer our own “Everests” in life.
Kuntal’s story isn’t just about climbing mountains—it’s about proving that with enough determination, anything is possible. Whether you’re aiming for the summit of Everest or striving to overcome personal barriers, this conversation will leave you inspired to push further, dream bigger, and take action.
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