Karen Darke: Ability is a State of Mind

Managing the mindset for adventure after a life-changing climbing accident.

Paralysed in a climbing accident as a young woman, Karen Darke explores the mindset needed to approach extreme adventure, and shares her mantra that ‘ability is a state of mind’.

Karen’s curious and creative nature has led her to live a life full of thrills, from traversing Greenland on skis, climbing El Cap, Himalayan hand biking, and even competing in two Paralympic Games.

Studious and inquisitive, Karen continues to inspire others and challenge the status quo through her books, talks, and workshops.