Silvia Vásquez-Lavado es la primera peruana en llegar a la cima del monte Everest. Se trata de un logro descomunal. Pero su verdadero valor no está en la cumbre, sino en el desafiante trayecto que atravesó para llegar a ella. "El abrazo de la montaña" es el relato de la más grande hazaña a la que las personas podemos aspirar: dejar de huir del más profundo dolor, enfrentarlo y conseguir que el brillo vital renazca sin ocultar nuestras heridas.
En una entrevista con Carolina Lasso, Silvia Vásquez-Lavado habla sobre su libro "El abrazo de la montaña" (In the Shadow of the Mountain) y hace un recorrido a través de toda su historia personal y los eventos que la llevaron a su propósito de vida. Silvia es la primera mujer peruana en escalar el monte Everest y la primera mujer abiertamente gay en llegar a la cima de los picos más altos de cada continente.
Silvia Vasquez-Lavado is the first openly lesbian woman to climb the famous Seven Summits, a bucket list of the highest mountain on every continent. But while preparing for the seventh summit, a peak that has eluded her climb after climb, she realizes that she can’t charge forward with the same conquering mentality. Denali — the highest mountain peak in North America- leads her to discover the importance of self-compassion over the desire for conquest when dealing with life’s greatest obstacles.
Paola Pejoves en una entrevista dinamica a Silvia Vasquez-Lavado
Una exclusiva de Beto a Saber, Silvia Vasquez Lavado es la primera peruana en escalar el Monte Everest; sin embargo, la travesía de esta mujer de 49 años esconde un trasfondo que va más allá de una simple afición.
Diversity, equity, & inclusion are powerful topics on the front of every business’ mind. It’s only in recent years that belonging has been incorporated into the mix, valuing the influence in a business impact. Google’s Chief Diversity Officer, Melonie Parker, joins Peruvian-American Silvia Vasquez-Lavado to talk about her life, being the first openly gay woman to summit the highest mountain on all 7 continents, the importance of belonging, and how to foster it in our own work and personal lives.
From the icy summit of Mount Everest to the competitive depths of Silicon Valley, Silvia Vasquez-Lavado knows a thing or two about staying fearless. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, businessperson, or just someone looking for a little inspiration, The Relentless has got you covered. From comedians and CEOs to athletes and academics, you’ll hear compelling stories and insights from influential voices about how they overcome barriers and move fearlessly.
Our Anthony Allen Ramos chats with Silvia Vasquez Lavado, an accomplished mountaineer who became the first Peruvian woman to summit Mount Everest. In June 2018, she became the first openly gay woman to complete the Seven Summits, the tallest mountain on each In her new memoir "In the Shadow of the Mountain," she’s opening up on that journey and more…talking about sexuality, abuse and addiction. Selena Gomez will be turning her life story into a film, and the memoir is available now.
A survivor of sexual abuse when she was a child, Silvia Vasquez-Lavado's mother took her to Peru for a healing meditation. There, Silvia had a vision of the mountains. Since then, she has climbed the Seven Summits and created Courageous Girls to help others transcend trauma.
Silvia Vasquez-Lavado interviews and talks about GUTSY!
Take an unforgettable journey with Hillary and Chelsea Clinton as they go on adventures with some of the world’s boldest and bravest women — from household names to unsung heroes — who make us laugh and inspire us to be more gutsy.
Based on NY Times bestselling book, “The Book of Gutsy Women,” the docuseries will embark on a thought-provoking journey to speak with everyday women heroes who show us what it truly means to be gutsy.
Author and mountaineer Silvia Vasquez Lavado discusses her new book with LIVE! In the Bay's Olivia Horton. For more information about her book, please visit her website.
On conquering your fears and not conquering mountains. Listen to this fascinating and inspiring interview, which will take you on quite a special rollercoaster ride!
Bethenny Frankel is a self-made businesswoman, TV producer, bestselling multi-author for The New York Times, and mother. Bethenny is the founder and CEO of Skinnygirl, a lifestyle brand that offers practical solutions for women.
The Messenger from the Mountain:
Seldom do people complete one of the most dangerous feats any human can do, climb all 7 Summits. Silvia Vasquez-Lavado is the first openly gay woman to complete this tall feat.. Her story is so riveting that her new memoir, ‘In The Shadow of the Mountain’, is being turned into a biopic starring the amazing Selena Gomez. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode with our messenger from the mountain!
Author, adventurer, and entrepreneur Silvia Vasquez joins our episode titled “Live a Great Story.” The accomplished mountaineer is the first Peruvian woman to summit Mount Everest and in 2018, she became the first openly gay woman to complete the Seven Summits—the tallest mountains on each continent in the world. She opens up about her new book, “In the Shadow of the Mountain,” and more on “Tamron Hall.”
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to Silvia Vasquez-Lavado of her memoir, “In the Shadow of the Mountain,” about her journey to healing through climbing the seven tallest peaks on each continent.
