Moving from the warm Philippines to chilly Norway was a big leap—especially when I realized winter here isn’t just about skiing. Don’t get me wrong, skiing is fun, but I craved more outdoor thrills. The challenge? It’s too darn cold for typical adventures like hiking, camping, or swimming. Then came a surprising suggestion from my Polish friend: Wim Hof–style ice baths. I’d only seen pictures on Instagram of people grinning from ear to ear in a chainsaw-cut hole in the ice. Yet something about it spoke to my adventurous side.