shots magazine 'How To' edition | Page 8

Another distraction threatens to derail my progess. This truly is an unforgiving place. Sitting out in the open has left me vulnerable and exposed to those around me, especially a group of colleagues who have been for an Indian the night before. The use of an oxygen mask is something that is standard practice high up on Everest, and can be adapted for the office. Due to the busy nature of agency life I’ve fallen behind schedule, but nothing comes before getting the job done, not even a pee! Sometimes things don’t always go according to plan. When you want to give up, think of all the things you love doing and the people that make a difference in your life. That will help you get through a tough day! Surviving a day in open plan was tough, but never forget one thing, if you can take it, you can make it! Another hostile environment conquered! The day is getting on and I still haven’t found a moment’s peace. Do not panic in this situation, simply block out the distraction with a good pair of headphones. If a meeting is still distracting you, relocate and establish a base camp to work away from anyone else. The office environment has started to take its toll and I’m running low on energy. During my 110-day voyage across the Atlantic I ran out of food 230 miles from Antigua. I found out what it was like to be truly starving. I didn’t have the luxury of a vending machine, but when you’re truly starving you need to do what you have to, to get through the day. James is currently on a boat, embarking on a solo row of the entire coast of Great Britain to raise funds for children’s charity, Over The Wall. You can follow him via his blog http://jamesketchell.net/the-next-adventure/ and if you’d like to show your support please text “OTWRI6 £5” TO 70070 to make a donation. Photography by cain&abel | Retouching by Stanley KH | Design by King Henry London