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Summary

In this conversation, Kevin C. Moore speaks with Olympic gold medalist Samantha Livingstone about her journey from winning gold to navigating life's challenges as a high-level athlete. They discuss the importance of mentorship, accountability, and ownership in performance and how mental health plays a crucial role in an athlete's success. Samantha shares her experiences with perfectionism, the impact of her mentor, G, and the significance of mindfulness and self-compassion in achieving personal growth. The conversation highlights the complexities of sports as a vehicle for development and the necessity of building mental resilience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Scotland Golf Trip

04:51 Welcoming Olympic Gold Medalist Samantha Livingstone

10:54 Samantha's Journey into Swimming

14:41 The Rigorous Training of a Champion

23:31 Navigating Challenges at Michigan

31:51 The Role of G: A Mentor's Impact

40:21 Sport as a Vehicle for Growth

46:48 Accountability and Ownership in Performance

52:12 Building Mental Muscles for Resilience

01:00:05 The Importance of Self-Compassion