In today’s episode, Dr. Gertrude shares her reflections on the recent news of Simone Biles withdrawing from the 2021 Olympics. Dr. Gertrude believes all of us have the opportunity to feel deeply inspired by Simone’s choices. Understanding the importance of your mental and physical wellbeing amidst a sea of expectation, hope, and pressure is the ultimate next level of greatness. Simone has deeply touched so many lives through this decision in a way that Olympic medals could never have done. So, leave the media for a bit and dive into the words of Dr. Gertrude as she rewrites the mother code yet again and illuminates the many ways Simone has honored feminine values and granted permission for all of us to do the same.  

Today on Mot(HER):

• Reflections on how Simone Biles honored feminine values by withdrawing from the 2021 olympics 
• Understanding the importance of knowing where to draw the line between doing hard things and sacrificing your wellbeing 
• Reframing greatness and understanding there is no such thing as perfection 
• Unpacking learned expectations and the power of support 

Connect with Dr. Gertrude: 

• Website: drgertrudelyons.com 
• IG: @drgertrudelyons 

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

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