Have you ever doubted yourself so much you almost gave up on your dream?

In this solo episode, James Robbins shares the powerful and personal story behind writing his latest book, The Call to Climb. A book twelve years in the making, born out of deep struggles, delays, and spiritual transformation — and almost never completed.

This isn’t just about writing a book. It’s about overcoming the lies we tell ourselves, embracing the discipline of consistent action, and learning to trust the timing of our lives.

📘 The Call to Climb is out now. Order at https://iwillclimb.com or find it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Indigo.

🔍 In this episode, James discusses:

• The dream he carried for over a decade
• How imposter syndrome kept him from starting
• What changed everything in one HR conference
• The moment McGraw-Hill said “yes”
• Why the book almost didn’t happen again
• The surprising role of his mother in finishing it
• The power of taking small, daily steps
• How suffering deepened the message
• The value of working with others (not alone)
• Trusting life’s timing — and why rejection was a gift

If you're chasing something big but feel stuck, unqualified, or behind... this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and be reminded: you don’t need to feel confident — just keep climbing.

In this insightful conversation, Jakob Gríčar discusses how somatic healing helped him recover from deep emotional pain and chronic illness. From early struggles to discovering purpose through spirituality and coaching, Jakob shares the importance of community-based healing, the science of nervous system regulation, and the spiritual process of remembering the self. Whether you’re facing emotional burnout, chronic stress, or seeking deeper self-awareness, this episode offers grounded wisdom and hope.

Jakob is a trauma-informed transformational coach with over a decade of experience in somatic work, Internal Family Systems (IFS), NLP, CBT, and other healing modalities. He has mentored high-impact entrepreneurs and guided spiritual seekers worldwide. His healing journey began at age 13 and led him through studies with indigenous tribes, spiritual training in India, and the creation of retreat centers in Guatemala and Mexico. Today, he leads Vortex Retreats and co-runs a high-touch online program supporting purpose-driven clients globally.

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What’s really holding you back from becoming who you’re meant to be?

In this powerful episode of Born to Climb, James Robbins sits down with Dr. James Hollis—renowned Jungian psychoanalyst and bestselling author—to explore the invisible, unconscious patterns that shape our lives and limit our leadership.

Dr. Hollis explains why many of us unknowingly live in “haunted houses,” repeating old stories from childhood that no longer serve us. Together, they unpack what it means to live with purpose, face fear, and finally break free from the past.

🎧 You’ll discover:

• Why we live in metaphorical haunted houses
• How early experiences shape adult choices
• Why fear often disguises itself as wisdom
• How to stop repeating self-defeating loops
• The difference between happiness and meaning
• Why “showing up” is the ultimate act of courage

If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or like you were made for more—this episode is your invitation to reflect, realign, and rise.

📚 About the Guest:
Dr. James Hollis is a Jungian analyst, international speaker, and author of 17+ books including Hauntings and Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life. He runs a private practice in Washington, D.C. and serves on the board of the Jung Society of Washington.

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