In October 1972, an amateur rugby team were flying out from Uruguay en route to chile over the Andes when the plane struck a snow covered mountain in an area so remote and rugged that most of the mountains in the area didn’t have names.
With around 45 people on board, 12 of the passengers and both pilots were killed on impact as the plan broke in two before coming to rest.
If surviving the crash was one thing, the cold snowy and icy wintery conditions made the situation worse. The passengers were dressed for the summer, and had very little clothing to protect them against the elements.
By day 10, 27 people were still alive. By this time, they concluded the rescue mission would have stopped and they were now on their own.
With little food left, they started to fight amongst themselves. Things were becoming desperate.
Day by day some would venture to explore. They improvised where they could in terms of snow wear i.e. making snow shoes from the plane seats.
By day 18, an avalanche struck the plane killing a further 8 people. Only 19 now remained alive. The safest place to meet their fate was to remain within the wrecked fuselage. Some were starting to think it was easier to die than to stay alive…
On day 60 a decision was made for 3 people to venture out in a last bid to look for help. It was to be a one way trip and they knew it. With no experience, dressed inappropriately and ill equipped, Fernando, Roberto and Antonio left the safety of the plane. They would take a course based on the planes last heading and would continue until they either died or reached help. Either way they were going.
As they began the journey, they kept coming across false summits. Exhausted, cold and hungry they just kept on going. With the mountains being so high, it felt like no progress was being made. But there was no going back. 10 days later and having walked 37 miles, Roberto and Fernando found help. Antonio returned back to the plane en route.
As a result of the effort of Fernando and Roberto, 16 survivors were rescued out of the mountain – all surviving a 72 day ordeal they will never forget. Although part of this story is controversial, the interesting part is how Roberto and Fernando managed to make the 37 mile journey as afterwards, professional mountaineers retraced their steps. It was hard to believe that 2 people with no experience, tools or equipment made such a journey across the mountains. It was achieved with amazing spirit and strong will. They may not have been equipped, but they had the will to keep going forward. A goal worth living for.
In life, it is not about the tools and training, but how we show up in times of adversity. This true story is one of many to help put into perspective how we as humans have a uniqueability and resilience to survive.
As leaders or entrepreneurs, progress is made by leaving the safety of the ‘fuselage’ to gain freedom. Here are some testing questions back to you in respect to the passage above:
· What desires do you have worth living for?
· What motivates you to be productive and to reach your destination?
· What keeps you moving forward once completely worn out?
· What makes you refuse to quit when faced with defeat or opposition?
A film was made of this event and extracts can be viewed by following the link ‘ALIVE’.
We can all aspire to achieve better things. It may be a case of changing direction and doing something you have never done, but always dreamt of. I’m helping people to think positively about the future and how best use their time. I believe that people can find a way within to pursue an idea and a vision. We all have the ability to take control of our lives, but many just don’t know it or how. How do you survive against adversity when establishing ideas working from home?
My name is Gary Oakes and I have established a 3 in 1 solution to help anyone who is looking to start an income opportunity through the comfort of ones own home. Step 1 is to develop the passion and drive – set expectations. Step 2 is much about internet marketing techniques (free information). Step 3 provides an opportunity to work from home. The website is full of information and you will not see such valuable information contained all in one place and this is available to you. The journey starts by following this simple link ideas working from home.
There is no commitment or expense to view the free material available to help you, and you never know, this might be the very thing you are looking for!
With around 45 people on board, 12 of the passengers and both pilots were killed on impact as the plan broke in two before coming to rest.
If surviving the crash was one thing, the cold snowy and icy wintery conditions made the situation worse. The passengers were dressed for the summer, and had very little clothing to protect them against the elements.
By day 10, 27 people were still alive. By this time, they concluded the rescue mission would have stopped and they were now on their own.
With little food left, they started to fight amongst themselves. Things were becoming desperate.
Day by day some would venture to explore. They improvised where they could in terms of snow wear i.e. making snow shoes from the plane seats.
By day 18, an avalanche struck the plane killing a further 8 people. Only 19 now remained alive. The safest place to meet their fate was to remain within the wrecked fuselage. Some were starting to think it was easier to die than to stay alive…
On day 60 a decision was made for 3 people to venture out in a last bid to look for help. It was to be a one way trip and they knew it. With no experience, dressed inappropriately and ill equipped, Fernando, Roberto and Antonio left the safety of the plane. They would take a course based on the planes last heading and would continue until they either died or reached help. Either way they were going.
As they began the journey, they kept coming across false summits. Exhausted, cold and hungry they just kept on going. With the mountains being so high, it felt like no progress was being made. But there was no going back. 10 days later and having walked 37 miles, Roberto and Fernando found help. Antonio returned back to the plane en route.
As a result of the effort of Fernando and Roberto, 16 survivors were rescued out of the mountain – all surviving a 72 day ordeal they will never forget. Although part of this story is controversial, the interesting part is how Roberto and Fernando managed to make the 37 mile journey as afterwards, professional mountaineers retraced their steps. It was hard to believe that 2 people with no experience, tools or equipment made such a journey across the mountains. It was achieved with amazing spirit and strong will. They may not have been equipped, but they had the will to keep going forward. A goal worth living for.
In life, it is not about the tools and training, but how we show up in times of adversity. This true story is one of many to help put into perspective how we as humans have a uniqueability and resilience to survive.
As leaders or entrepreneurs, progress is made by leaving the safety of the ‘fuselage’ to gain freedom. Here are some testing questions back to you in respect to the passage above:
· What desires do you have worth living for?
· What motivates you to be productive and to reach your destination?
· What keeps you moving forward once completely worn out?
· What makes you refuse to quit when faced with defeat or opposition?
A film was made of this event and extracts can be viewed by following the link ‘ALIVE’.
We can all aspire to achieve better things. It may be a case of changing direction and doing something you have never done, but always dreamt of. I’m helping people to think positively about the future and how best use their time. I believe that people can find a way within to pursue an idea and a vision. We all have the ability to take control of our lives, but many just don’t know it or how. How do you survive against adversity when establishing ideas working from home?
My name is Gary Oakes and I have established a 3 in 1 solution to help anyone who is looking to start an income opportunity through the comfort of ones own home. Step 1 is to develop the passion and drive – set expectations. Step 2 is much about internet marketing techniques (free information). Step 3 provides an opportunity to work from home. The website is full of information and you will not see such valuable information contained all in one place and this is available to you. The journey starts by following this simple link ideas working from home.
There is no commitment or expense to view the free material available to help you, and you never know, this might be the very thing you are looking for!
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