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Dive into the world of elite sports with Sandy as she takes us on her journey from windsurfing to sailing. 🌊 Hear about the physical challenges she faced, like battling injuries that made getting out of bed a struggle, and the mental hurdles during her Olympic campaign. Sandy opens up about the unexpected quarantine reflection period that reshaped her perspective and the strategic mindset needed to compete against taller, stronger European athletes. Discover how she found her motivation again and why character is just as crucial as skill in sailing. Join us for a candid chat about resilience, teamwork, and the art of focusing on what you can control. You won't want to miss this inspiring story!

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Ever felt your stomach hurts before a competition? You’re definitely not alone🫂

In this episode of HealingChats Podcast, I am so honoured to invite Ziyan, a rising star of the Hong Kong's sailing team to unpack performance anxiety in young athletes🥺 - why it happens, how it cripples confidence, and the coping methods when experienced with performance anxiety💭

As a "competitive" table tennis player, I still battle those pre-match moments where my brain won’t stop whispering to myself "what if I lose?" "what if I didn't play well?" etc😰
The overthinking, the self-doubt, does it sound familiar to you? Together, Ziyan and I get real about:
🔹 What performance anxiety really looks like?
🔹 Proven coping strategies
🔹 Coaches: Make-or-break role?
🔹 How organisations help to normalise mental health?

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In this compelling interview, we sit down with Sandy Choi—Hong Kong’s rare dual-discipline athlete who mastered both windsurfing and sailing at the competitive pinnacle. Sandy takes us behind the scenes of her remarkable journey, including her standout performance at the 2014 Summer Youth Olympics in Nanjing, where she represented Hong Kong in windsurfing and secured an impressive 6th place against global rivals 26.

Discover how Sandy navigated the unique challenges of excelling in two distinct watersports—from the technical demands of windsurfing’s speed and balance to the strategic finesse of competitive sailing. She reflects on the pressures of youth competition, the pride of representing Hong Kong internationally, and how these early experiences shaped her resilience.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about versatility on the water, the legacy of Hong Kong’s sailing heritage, and what it means to conquer twin tides with one unwavering spirit!

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Part two to an exclusive interview with Hong Kong's first ever sailor to compete at the Olympic Games in the Laser Radial Class at Tokyo 2020, Stephanie Norton. Nonetheless, like how Rome was never built in a day, neither was her journey to making history. In this exclusive interview, Stephanie opens up about her groundbreaking journey - starting from the very beginning where she first started sailing, the Olympic qualifications, the Asian Games and even her plans for LA 2028. 

Tune in to learn more about the rest of Stephanie’s record-shattering journey on overcoming adversity, redefining success, and inspiring the next generation—a story of grit, growth, and making waves on the world stage! 

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As Hong Kong's first ever sailor to compete at the Olympic Games in the Laser Radial Class at Tokyo 2020, its safe to say that Stephanie Norton is nothing short of a trailblazer for Hong Kong sailing. Nonetheless, like how Rome was never built in a day, neither was her journey to making history. In this exclusive interview, Stephanie opens up about her groundbreaking journey - starting from the very beginning where she first started sailing, the Olympic qualifications, the Asian Games and even her plans for LA 2028. 

Tune in to learn more about the rest of Stephanie’s record-shattering journey on overcoming adversity, redefining success, and inspiring the next generation—a story of grit, growth, and making waves on the world stage! 

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Part 2 of an exclusive interview as Jon Emmett, the visionary sailing coach behind Olympic gold medal victories, unveils the art of shaping champions. In this episode, Jon recounts his transformative journey from competitive sailor to elite coach, sharing the innovative strategies that hone mental resilience, precision, and teamwork in high-stakes environments. From behind-the-scenes moments from Olympic triumphs to the nuances of adapting to unpredictable conditions, Jon discusses how grit as a champion can translate into success on any field. Discover how passion, adaptability, and focus drive excellence with a true architect of victory!

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Join us as Jon Emmett, the visionary sailing coach behind Olympic gold medal victories, unveils the art of shaping champions. In this episode, Jon recounts his transformative journey from competitive sailor to elite coach, sharing the innovative strategies that hone mental resilience, precision, and teamwork in high-stakes environments. From behind-the-scenes moments from Olympic triumphs to the nuances of adapting to unpredictable conditions, Jon discusses how grit as a champion can translate into success on any field. Discover how passion, adaptability, and focus drive excellence with a true architect of victory!

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Kamolwan Chanyim or better known to most of us as 'Bam' made history for Thailand when she became the first ever female sailor to bring her country to the Olympic Games in Rio 2016. 

At almost 10 years since her maiden games, and 4 since her second at Tokyo 2020, Bam's legacy in the sport of sailing has grown beyond simply making history, but has expanded through her present role as a dedicated coach, mentor and inspiration for many more sailors around the globe. Graduating with first class honours in International Business Management from Burapha University is another testament to her skill, resilience, and passion. 

Discover the experiences that have not only defined the career of a pioneer, but have also inspired her to empower others. Change opposition to opportunity, and learn to win the balancing game. 

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Part 2 of an exclusive interview with Khairulnizam Mohd Afendy or 'Nizam', in which the Malaysian legend takes the time to reflect on his 26 years in the sailing industry, a star-studded career, and prospects for the future. As a 4-time Olympian, 2024 and 2022 Asian Champion, SEA Games Champion and 2-time Asian Games Silver Medallist, Nizam has seen it all. Since his debut at the mere age of 19 at his maiden Olympic Games in London 2012 to sailing as a father and role model at Paris 2024 just this summer, take a listen to discover what it really takes to navigate the ups and downs of his journey. 

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In this exclusive interview with Khairulnizam Mohd Afendy or 'Nizam', the Malaysian legend takes the time to reflect on his 26 years in the sailing industry, a star-studded career, and prospects for the future. As a 4-time Olympian, 2024 and 2022 Asian Champion, SEA Games Champion and 2-time Asian Games Silver Medallist, Nizam has seen it all. Since his debut at the mere age of 19 at his maiden Olympic Games in London 2012 to sailing as a father and role model at Paris 2024 just this summer, take a listen to discover what it really takes to navigate the ups and downs of his journey.