His professional athlete and waterman resume is paled only by his remarkable personality and radness as a person. Jesse is the real deal, embodying excellence by all definitions and standing out as an absolute weapon of a human!

In this episode, Jesse recounts his journey as a young kiteboarder on the world tour, shedding light on how he mastered the art of handling external pressures—both in competition and in life. We dive into his unique approach to fear, risk, and achieving flow state, as well as the personal checklist he employs when entering into extreme environments.

Our conversation is full of profound wisdom and insights from one of the most talented athletes on the planet. We explore topics ranging from vestibular training to the mindset required to compete at the King of the Air, and reveal how surfing Pe'ahi expanded his emotional intelligence!

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Stay tuned for Part 2 of our conversation!