Climbing the rope: a metaphor for personal growth according to Guila Clara Kessous

“By climbing the rope, I dared to do what had held me back for years”

For Guila Clara Kessous, Turningpoint coach and UNESCO Artist for Peace, rope climbing is much more than a physical challenge; it’s a metaphor for inner elevation, resilience, and the courage to face what feels impossible.

Each pull on the rope becomes a moment of truth: confronting fear, embracing vulnerability, and finding strength in movement rather than control. Through this experience, Guila reminds us that growth often begins when we dare to take that first, uncertain step upward.

As an executive coach, Guila brings this same mindset to her work; helping leaders connect to their deeper purpose and move through transition with awareness and authenticity.

We congratulate Guila on this inspiring and thought-provoking new project: a beautiful expression of the courage and reflection that lie at the heart of true transformation.

Read the full story here: By climbing the rope, I dared to do what had held me back for years 

Stay tuned for her upcoming short film “Woman on Rope” to be released on March 8, 2026!