Dayna interviews Nikki Stone, an Olympic Gold Medalist in aerial skiing. Nikki shares her journey from being a young gymnast to overcoming a devastating back injury that almost ended her career. She discusses the philosophy of the 'turtle effect' taught by her parents, which emphasizes being soft on the inside, having a hard shell, and sticking one's neck out to succeed. She describes in detail the challenges she faced during her injury, the support from her parents and mentors, and the mindset that kept her focused on her Olympic dreams. Nikki also talks about her experiences at the Olympics, the emotional moment of winning the gold medal, and how she uses her story to inspire others through public speaking and her book 'When Turtles Fly.'

Topics

00:28 Meet Nikki Stone: From Gymnast to Olympic Gold Medalist

01:25 Overcoming Adversity: Nikki's Injury and Recovery

04:12 The Road to Olympic Gold

06:10 The Power of Support and Mentorship

07:23 Mindset and Focus: Keys to Success

08:49 The Moment of Victory

12:05 Life After the Olympics

13:55 When Turtles Fly: Nikki's Book and Philosophy

15:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts