<photo: descending on the Ranau Trail from the peak of Mount Kinabalu>
on 29 May 1953, Edmund Hillary became the first climber to reach the summit of Mount Everest. since then, over 4,000 people have reached the peak of the highest mountain in the world. the images of being at the top of the world have inspired many to follow, and to seek the fame that comes with a successful ascent.
it's difficult to play down successes like reaching the peak of Everest or a popular restaurant. we think we can do it too.
however, what remains unseen are the hundreds who have died in their attempts to conquer Everest. over 200 bodies still remain on the slopes of Everest, their remains acting as markers to guide other climbers.
don't overestimate the chances of success. you can learn from failures as much as you can learn from successes. #bcc
"getting to the summit is optional, getting down is mandatory." - Ed Viesturs, summited Everest seven times. only 5 people in the world has achieved this.