Why We Need to Get Uncomfortable Sometimes
The Mountain That Strips You Down and Builds You Back Up
04.14.2025
In his LinkedIn post, Curtis Kopf shares a thoughtful reflection on his journey up Mount Kilimanjaro with his wife, Abbe.
Even though they’re seasoned hikers, the trek was no joke—it pushed them physically, mentally, and emotionally. From altitude headaches and freezing temps to the sheer exhaustion of summit day, the climb stripped things down to the essentials.
But that’s kind of the point. Along the way, they found beauty in the discomfort—star-filled skies, the camaraderie of their group, the quiet pride in putting one foot in front of the other. It was a reminder of what it means to be fully present, and how powerful it is to step away from the comforts of everyday life and into something wild and real.
Curtis’s takeaway? Everyone should find their own “wild place”—a challenge that stretches you, humbles you, and opens you up to something deeper. It doesn’t have to be a mountain, but it should shake things up in the best way.
