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Part 2: The crossover between aviation and ski patrol safety principles reveals fascinating parallels. Both fields require clear communication during high-stress situations where emotions run high but must be controlled. Perhaps most powerful is Carl's philosophy of continuous mentorship where knowledge flows bidirectionally rather than just from senior to junior members.
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Chapters
1. The Stress Continuum Colors (00:00:00)
2. Operational vs Personal Stress (00:04:23)
3. Aviation Principles in Ski Patrol (00:09:25)
4. Box Breathing for Crisis Management (00:17:14)
5. Continuous Mentorship Philosophy (00:19:49)
6. Patroller Commitment and Service (00:28:31)
7. Creating Safety Through Visibility (00:35:14)
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