Beautifully blending practical, personal, and philosophical insights, Kristen Ulmer has expanded my mind and changed my life. Read The Art of Fear and you’ll always be scared again—but only in the best possible way.” — Michael Finkel, bestelling author of The Stranger in the Woods
“What to do about fear eluded me until I met Kristen. I now use her advice daily...to take the pit out of my stomach, do a better job at work, and get much-needed sleep. You are going to love this book.” — Bob Roll, former professional cyclist, author, and television sports commentator
“People have been avoiding or medicating away fear and anxiety for too long...Finally, someone who is clear about this enormous and important subject, with great practical advice that is simply spot on. This book will turn the fear and anxiety world on their heads.” — Kate Maloney, PhD, conscious living and social change innovator
“Learning how to have an intimate relationship with fear is one of the best things you can do, and Kristen is masterful at teaching you how to do that.” — Dr. Andy Walsh, director of high performance at Red Bull
“Kristen Ulmer’s The Art of Fear causes a radical shift in our relationship to this companion in life called Fear, shapeshifting it into an ally on which we may rely to wisely guide us on the path of the unknown.” — Michael Bernard Beckwith, author of Spiritual Liberation and Life Visioning
“Everything you ever wanted to know about fear. Ulmer takes a radical approach to an age-old problem and delivers smart, exciting, and extremely fresh ideas.” — Steven Kotler, bestselling author of Stealing Fire and The Rise of Superman
“...[A]uthentic, original, and deeply helpful guide for turning fear to your advantage. Kristen Ulmer offers us a manual for living with freedom and joy in the midst of all the competing voices that arise to derail us on the journey.’ — Sally Kempton, author or Meditation for the Love of It and Awakening Shakti
“Who better than Kristen Ulmer to introduce us to our constant companion, fear, and turn him from an enemy to a friend? But this book is about so much more as well—how to embrace every moment of life with open arms.” — Deb Rieman, tech entrepreneur
“For years, I dangled my ski tips over the edge of cliffs. Kristen got me to actually jump. Whether on snow, in your career, or just life itself, no one owns fear better than Ulmer.” — Christopher Sacca, Founder and Chairman of Lowercase Capital
“Whether you’re a professional athlete, running a business, or looking to live a more authentic life, Kristen will show you the path to championship performance.” — David Ford, hedge fund manager
“Read this book if you want to know the reason behind many of your struggles. It explains, simply, everything.” — Michael Staenberg, entrepreneur and head of the Staenberg Group
“Ulmer unpacks this misunderstood emotion and lays out strategies for experiencing fear in an empowering way.” — Parade
Kristen Ulmer’s The Art of Fear causes a radical shift in our relationship to this companion in life called Fear, shapeshifting it into an ally on which we may rely to wisely guide us on the path of the unknown.
For years, I dangled my ski tips over the edge of cliffs. Kristen got me to actually jump. Whether on snow, in your career, or just life itself, no one owns fear better than Ulmer.
Learning how to have an intimate relationship with fear is one of the best things you can do, and Kristen is masterful at teaching you how to do that.
Who better than Kristen Ulmer to introduce us to our constant companion, fear, and turn him from an enemy to a friend? But this book is about so much more as well—how to embrace every moment of life with open arms.
People have been avoiding or medicating away fear and anxiety for too long...Finally, someone who is clear about this enormous and important subject, with great practical advice that is simply spot on. This book will turn the fear and anxiety world on their heads.
...[A]uthentic, original, and deeply helpful guide for turning fear to your advantage. Kristen Ulmer offers us a manual for living with freedom and joy in the midst of all the competing voices that arise to derail us on the journey.’
Ulmer unpacks this misunderstood emotion and lays out strategies for experiencing fear in an empowering way.
Read this book if you want to know the reason behind many of your struggles. It explains, simply, everything.
What to do about fear eluded me until I met Kristen. I now use her advice daily...to take the pit out of my stomach, do a better job at work, and get much-needed sleep. You are going to love this book.
Beautifully blending practical, personal, and philosophical insights, Kristen Ulmer has expanded my mind and changed my life. Read The Art of Fear and you’ll always be scared again—but only in the best possible way.
Everything you ever wanted to know about fear. Ulmer takes a radical approach to an age-old problem and delivers smart, exciting, and extremely fresh ideas.
Whether you’re a professional athlete, running a business, or looking to live a more authentic life, Kristen will show you the path to championship performance.
06/01/2017
World-renowned extreme skier Ulmer takes readers on a high-flying ski jump straight into the depths of fear. Having often performed life-defying jumps and ski tricks, Ulmer has a good deal of experience working with fear. She now educates and empowers people by teaching them the steps to own their fear. Ulmer writes that denying, avoiding, repressing, and even attempting to control negative emotions causes major ramifications in one's health, mentally and physically. People are doing a disservice to themselves in trying to repress their negative emotions such as jealousy, anger, and unworthiness, etc.; behind all of these emotions lies fear. Ulmer states readers should instead feel all emotions in order to hear what these emotions are truly saying. Fear can be a great motivator and it's an often-neglected resource. Although the advice is simple in principle, it can get lost in the often monotonous and overdrawn explanations. VERDICT For readers who have a strong motivation to change and want an out-of-the-box strategy.—Melissa Keegan, Ela Area P.L., Lake Zurich, IL
Jane Oppenheimer narrates this deep dive into our complicated relationship with one of our most primal emotions. For 12 years Kristen Ulmer proudly held the title of “World’s Best Extreme Skier.” She fearlessly flew down any mountain she could find—but eventually grew to understand that she’d have to face her fears about fear. Oppenheimer reflects the author’s intelligence, humor, and highly competitive spirit with a healthy mix of confidence and compassion. Oppenheimer’s voice intensifies as Ulmer recounts her life in extreme sports, including 15 years as a mindset facilitator. She challenges the listener to not repress or battle fear, but to work with it. Authentically experiencing fear can be as exhilarating as doing a backflip off a ski jump. Intense listening. B.P. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine
Jane Oppenheimer narrates this deep dive into our complicated relationship with one of our most primal emotions. For 12 years Kristen Ulmer proudly held the title of “World’s Best Extreme Skier.” She fearlessly flew down any mountain she could find—but eventually grew to understand that she’d have to face her fears about fear. Oppenheimer reflects the author’s intelligence, humor, and highly competitive spirit with a healthy mix of confidence and compassion. Oppenheimer’s voice intensifies as Ulmer recounts her life in extreme sports, including 15 years as a mindset facilitator. She challenges the listener to not repress or battle fear, but to work with it. Authentically experiencing fear can be as exhilarating as doing a backflip off a ski jump. Intense listening. B.P. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine
