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Olympic Wisdom for Everyday Life

Self-improvement tips based on my Olympic experiences, that will inspire you to live a better life.

Category: Life Lessons

Real Growth Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone Read This One

Real Growth Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone

Yesterday morning, I found a little fledgling robin stuck in my window well. It had been there for at least a day or two, hopping around among the dry leaves, looking lost and vulnerable. The mama robin chirped and flew nearby, while her fledgling remained stuck—just steps away from freedom,…
  • Being Intentional / Building Resilience / Life Lessons / Uncategorized
Ask for Help Read This One

Ask for Help

Yesterday, as Janson and I were getting ready for the day, we heard a knock on our bedroom door. Immediately following, a folded up piece of paper slid beneath the crack between the door frame and the carpet. This is what we found: One of our nine year old twins…
  • Being Intentional / Inspirational Messages / Life Lessons
How to Stop Procrastinating: Tips for Taking Action Now Read This One

How to Stop Procrastinating: Tips for Taking Action Now

Procrastination is the silent thief of time. Whether it’s a report due next week, laundry piling up, or that workout you’ve been meaning to start “tomorrow,” we all fall into the trap of putting things off. But understanding why we procrastinate, and how to stop procrastinating, can transform the way…
  • Being Intentional / Building Resilience / Focus
10 Powerful Self-Improvement Strategies for a Balanced and Purposeful Life Read This One

10 Powerful Self-Improvement Strategies for a Balanced and Purposeful Life

After 15 years of striving toward the Olympic Games, I discovered that certain self-improvement strategies didn’t just make me a better athlete—they made me a better wife, mother, business owner, and friend. As I have taken time to reflect back on these lessons, I have come to realize that many…
  • Achieving Goals / Being Intentional / Leadership Development
Practicing Mindfulness in a Distracted World Read This One

Practicing Mindfulness in a Distracted World

Lately, I’ve realized I need to start practicing mindfulness more intentionally. I've been incredibly distracted each day. My mind has been everywhere except where it needs to be, and I’m pretty sure it’s leading me to early onset dementia at the ripe old age of 42. I’m forgetting everything because…
  • Being Intentional / Building Resilience / Focus
How to Get Back on Track After Falling Short Read This One

How to Get Back on Track After Falling Short

Well, I really hate admitting this, but I failed. I completely missed the mark. I fell short, flopped, ran aground and blundered. I struck out, tanked, folded and bombed.  Bottom line: (*sniffle*) I gave up on my goal.  This is my story about how to get back on track after…
  • Building Resilience
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