South African triathlete Jamie Riddle has never shied away from speaking the truth, especially when it comes to the uncomfortable parts of chasing success. In this deeply personal conversation, Jamie opens up about the emotional toll of Olympic disappointment, the crushing weight of self-imposed expectations, and how he nearly lost himself in the process.

From spiritual awakening to building mental resilience, Jamie shares how he found strength not in results but in vulnerability, faith, and community. He talks candidly about identity, burnout, and the burden of being a public voice for others, and explains why learning to let go became his most powerful tool for growth.

This isn’t a story about medals. It’s a story about meaning, about redefining success on your own terms and what it really takes to endure when the finish line keeps moving.

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