When trying to attain those coveted 8 hours of sleep, most people’s ideal sleeping conditions are in a bed, maybe with some comforters and extra pillows thrown into the mix. But for Thomas Brag and Ammar Kandil, sleeping in a bed is boring. That’s why the creators of “Yes Theory” decided to fight their fear and do what most would consider a nightmare. They slept overnight in a hammock suspended between two cliffs, in what can only be considered “the most dangerous bed in the world.”
“Fear is a Mental Muscle”
The duo decided to create a video that followed their thrilling, borderline crazy decision to sleep in a hammock over a plunging valley below. “Overnight on the most dangerous bed in the world!!” was uploaded to their YouTube Channel Yes Theory this past week. Their channel focuses on taking different adventures that push them out of their comfort zone. In this video in particular, they began by speaking about fear and its power over us.
“Fear is a mental muscle that needs regular attention. If you don’t actively seek to safely challenge it, it will eventually take control of your life. So today we’re going to the mental gym.”
Company Joins In The Dangerous Adventure
To complete this adventure, Thomas and Ammar decided to invite their friend Max Rantz-McDonald as well as a highlining expert, Ryan Robinson. Highlining involves walking on a “1 inch thick rope between two mountains” with absolutely zero net to catch you underneath. Truly insane in our opinion!
BD Athlete Ryan Robinson now co-holds the record for the longest highline walked in the United States! 880 meters/2,900 feet long, 700 feet down!! pic.twitter.com/q2E3Geod6T
— Black Diamond (@BlackDiamond) November 20, 2018
Robinson joined them to help the three men properly hang the hammocks to best avoid injury. After this fine material was hung, the three friends settled in for the night. They were about as comfortable as one can expect to be while hanging at a height that some would consider a death wish. Not only did vertigo fears arise, but soon the three had to brace the natural elements of wind, thunder and rain.
Caving In To The Fear
Despite all intents, Thomas was unable to make it through the night, with his vertigo fears forcing him to return to ground after only a few hours. The other two however toughed it out all the way to morning. Their smiles and pride were undeniable as they carefully pulled their way back to land to reunite in a hug with their pal.
It was a true testament to pushing through the mental block. The video itself has been watched almost 1.5 million times since its upload, serving as an inspiration for all to fight their own fears.
Photos: Youtube: Yes Theory