Humility is one of the most valuable lessons adventure has taught me. On expeditions, the environment doesn’t care about your achievements or ambitions—it’s a humbling experience to face forces far greater than yourself. From equipment failures to unexpected weather, I’ve learned that preparation can only take you so far; the rest requires adaptability and a willingness to accept help. Successes, too, teach humility. Standing as the first British woman at the magnetic North Pole, I wa...
