“Your Next Level Starts With One Hard Thing — Nick Tellez”

About this episode

Val and Nick Tellez discuss the transformative power of embracing challenges and building community through rock climbing.

Join Val and Nick Tellez in this powerful episode of Deep Naked Thoughts as they explore the journey from healthcare to rock climbing and the deeper meaning behind doing hard things. Nick opens up about how climbing, community, and personal growth have shaped his life—and how helping others has helped him discover himself. Val dives into authenticity, choosing your “hard,” and following the paths that genuinely bring joy. Together, they unpack what it means to stay curious, embrace challenge, build community, and find fulfillment in unexpected places. Whether you're a climber, a creative, a healer, or someone navigating your own transformation, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired, grounded, and ready to explore your next peak. Follow & Connect 🔸 Val / Deep Naked Thoughts YouTube: @DeepNakedThoughts IG: https://www.instagram.com/deepnakedthoughts/ 🔸 Nick Tellez IG: https://www.instagram.com/nicktellez42/ #DeepNakedThoughts #NickTellez #RockClimbingLife #ClimbingCommunity #DoHardThings #ChooseYourHard #AuthenticLiving #SelfDiscoveryJourney #MindsetMatters #ClimbingPodcast #LifePhilosophy #StayCurious #GrowthMindset #FindYourPurpose #LatinaCreator…

People in this episode

Host: Valeria Osollo

Guest: Nick Tellez

Topics covered

• personal growth
• rock climbing
• authenticity
• community
• challenge
• self-discovery

Keywords

• rock climbing
• personal growth
• authenticity
• community
• self-discovery
• mindset
• inspiration

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Organizations: Deep Naked Thoughts

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