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There's no magic to running far or climbing Everest. Endurance is mental strength. It's all about heart.

Bear Grylls

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Bear Grylls
Age: 50
Born: 1974
Born: June 7
Adventurer
Explorer
Motivational Speaker
Mountaineer
Television Presenter
Writer
London
England
Edward Michael Grylls
Everest
Endurance
Climbing
Mental
Magic
Strength
Running
Heart

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Many great people over the centuries have depended on their faith- it is a sign of great strength to need Jesus in your life.
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It's unresolved conflict in my life that I have a lovely family and a risky job.
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