The Mindset Exchange

10: The Incredible Journey That Broke Rowing Records


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What does it take to shatter boundaries and achieve the impossible?


Meet Lee Spencer, the world record holder for solo rowing from Europe to South America, whose story is a masterclass in resilience and determination.


In this episode of The Mindset Exchange, Lee opens up to Katherine Ashmore about his incredible journey from a tough upbringing to becoming a Royal Marine. Discover how a life-changing injury led him to redefine his limits and achieve the extraordinary feat of rowing across the Atlantic Ocean and as an amputee.


🚀 Tune in to learn:

  • How self-discipline and detachment play crucial roles in overcoming high-pressure situations.
  • Lee’s experience as a marine and his mindset helped him survive a life-threatening injury and take on new challenges.
  • How to turn setbacks into opportunities for growth.
  • The physical and mental resilience needed to tackle one of the world's most challenging solo journeys.
  • The beauty and fear of solitude in the middle of the ocean.
  • Setting a world record as a disabled person is a powerful statement against defining individuals by their disabilities.


Lee's story is not just about breaking records; it's about breaking boundaries and redefining what's possible. His insights on determination, honesty, and reframing challenges will inspire you to push beyond your perceived limitations and seize the opportunities life presents.


Don't miss this powerful episode filled with life lessons and motivation. Tune in now and be inspired!


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Please note: listener discretion advised. This episode contains references to domestic violence and details of Lee's accident.


To connect with Lee: https://leespencer.co.uk


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