Quote of the day by Bear Grylls: ‘There is little faith involved in setting out on a journey where the destination is certain…when we do not know the route ahead and cannot be certain we will ever return,' the TV star’s lesson about doing things with uncertainty and taking a chance

Bear Grylls is possibly one of the most resilient and adventurous people on earth and has also managed to create a career out of it. Known for shows such as ‘Running Wild with Bear Grylls,' ‘Celebrity Bear Hunt,' and ‘Man Vs Wild,' to name a few, Grylls has created his own unique identity in the entertainment industry. His quote for the day comes from his experience and the adventures he has been through in his life.The quote of the day reads, "There is little faith involved in setting out on a journey where the destination is certain and every step in between has been mapped in detail. Bravery and trust are about leaving camp in the dark, when we do not know the route ahead and cannot be certain we will ever return.”What does the quote mean?Bear Grylls wrote these words in his 2012 book, ‘A Survival Guide for Life: How to Achieve Your Goals, Thrive in Adversity, and Grow in Character.' The TV star uses his experience on expeditions to draw parallels between everyday life. The quote is inherently about understanding that a person can only move forward and face things like growth, trust, and bravery when they step into uncertainty.When every step of a path is planned, safe, and guaranteed, and you know what will happen every step of the way, there are high chances that we stay within our comfort zones and what we know best. However, true adventure, change, and growth in life only come when you encounter uncertainty in your path or you take the roads less traveled.At the end of the day it is all about understanding that sometimes staying within your comfort zone can deter your growth, whereas doing something new and different that you are not used to may end up leading you towards your destination and goal in life. Real commitment means accepting that the journey might permanently change you or that you might not be able to go back to the way things were. True bravery isn't the absence of fear or the presence of a safety net; it is deciding that the journey is worth taking despite the absence of guarantees or without a comfort zone.All about Bear Grylls’ early yearsGrylls was born Edward Michael Grylls on June 7, 1974, in Donaghadee, Northern Ireland. He grew up with a passion for outdoor survival and adventure from a young age, and his father would often encourage him to build upon his skills. His older sister, Lara, gave him the nickname "Bear" when he was just a week old, and it stuck for life, now becoming part of his multi-million-dollar brand.His father, Sir Michael Grylls, is a Conservative politician, former Royal Marine and a member of the Royal Yacht Squadron. Because of this, Bear’s father taught him how to sail, build boats, tie knots, and scale the sea cliffs along the Isle of Wight, where they had moved when he was four years old. During his school years, he was heavily bullied, which inspired him to train in Shotokan Karate to build self-defense skills and discipline. He even travelled to Japan to train in the art at the time and earned a 2nd dan black belt as a teenager, making him one of the youngest in the UK to achieve it then. He also joined the Cub Scouts, learned skydiving, and developed an interest in extreme sports and survival techniques.His love for extreme sports, survival skills, and adventure followed him from his youth into his adulthood, and the rest is history. As for his studies, Grylls studied at Eton College; however, he was never interested in traditional academics. Instead, he created the school’s very first mountaineering club, organizing climbing trips for fellow students.After he dropped out of school, he travelled around a lot, went to India and hiked across the Himalayas in Sikkim and West Bengal. At the time, he almost considered joining the Indian Army, though he ended up returning to the UK to study Spanish and German at university. He wrote about his childhood and his transition into showbiz in his books, including ‘Mud, Sweat, and Tears: The Autobiography’ and ‘A Survival Guide for Life: How to Achieve Your Goals, Thrive in Adversity, and Grow in Character.'About Bear Grylls’ careerBefore starting his career in showbiz, he served in the British Special Forces Reserves with the 21 SAS Regiment (21 Special Air Service) from 1994 to 1997. After getting injured in 1996 during a free-fall parachuting exercise over Zambia, the star embarked on several high-profile world records and extreme adventures. These included climbing Mount Everest, leading a team on the first jet-ski circumnavigation of the British Isles, and crossing the frozen North Atlantic in an open 11-meter rigid-inflatable boat, among many other feats.Other than that, he also built quite a successful TV career, which included shows like ‘Escape to the Legion,' ‘Man vs. Wild/Born Survivor,' ‘Running Wild with Bear Grylls,' ‘The Island with Bear Grylls,' and many others.Get the latest Bollywood & Entertainment News, and more. Download the TOI app.Give your child the gift of confidence! Claim your exclusive TOI Masterclass spot today!