Climbing Snowdon in April 2025: A Lesson in Resilience, Perspective & Purpose

This weekend, I faced a real mountain: Snowdon.

With every step, the air grew thinner, the path steeper, and the challenge more real. But it wasn’t just a physical climb it mirrored so many of the unseen challenges we face in life and in business. Those moments that demand resilience, trust, and unwavering support both from ourselves and from the people walking beside us.

The Power of Perspective

Halfway up the mountain, my health challenges made themselves known. And in that moment, I had to make a difficult but necessary decision: to turn back.

Did I reach the summit? No, But did I fail? Absolutely not.

I walked away with something far more meaningful pride, perspective, and a deeper understanding that success isn’t just defined by the destination. It’s about the courage to know your limits, the strength to make smart decisions, and the grit to come back stronger.

What the Mountain Taught Me About Business

Climbing Snowdon reminded me of one powerful truth: in business, as in life, the path is rarely a straight ascent.

There are unexpected obstacles. Detours. Setbacks. But there are also incredible views along the way moments of connection, growth, and celebration. And those deserve to be recognised just as much as the final destination.

• Success isn’t always the summit sometimes it’s in the steps we take to keep moving forward.

• Leadership isn’t about pushing through at all costs it’s about listening to your body, your team, and your intuition.

• Resilience isn’t about getting there the first time it’s about the commitment to keep showing up, no matter how many times it takes.

  
  

A Cause Close to Our Hearts

Even more inspiring than the climb itself was the purpose behind it.

Together, we raised over £4,000 for Blood Cancer, a cause that is deeply personal and incredibly important to us. Every donation, every word of support, and every step taken was a testament to the power of community and compassion.

And while I may not have made it to the top this time, the journey isn’t over. I will return, stronger, more determined, and more prepared, to finish what I started.

The Climb Continues

To anyone facing a mountain, whether personal, professional, or physical,  know this:

You don’t need to summit on your first attempt. You just need the courage to start, the wisdom to rest, and the resilience to keep going.

Here’s to every step forward. Here’s to showing up. And here’s to the climbs still to come.

Thank you to everyone who supported us, donated, and shared encouragement. Your kindness and generosity mean the world.

Want to find out more about the cause or donate? Just Giving 

Kayleigh Wild & The Team at Brabourne Ward, Canterbury Hospital climbing Snowdon for Blood Cancer