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We've had the privilege of talking to many of the great leaders and champions of today, but in this episode, we're handing the mic over to the champions of tomorrow. Manuel is joined by his kids, Ava (14) and Atlas (12), to talk about the support our future stars need in pursuit of their dreams.

Ava and Atlas demonstrate the impact parents' behaviors have on their children and explain how they prefer to be supported in moments of adversity and defeat. We find out what makes them feel inspired and discuss the lessons in adversity, the traits of a great teammate, and what it means to go the extra mile. Tune in for a reminder from our future champions that it's never too late to dream.

TIMESTAMPS
[00:00] Introducing Ava and Atlas
[01:18] A round of rapid-fire questions
[05:05] The importance of dreams
[08:07] Role models in the family and beyond
[10:02] Prioritizing self-approval and dealing with setbacks
[12:47] Necessary support during tough times
[14:46] Traits of a great friend or teammate
[19:15] Suggestions for better support for young people
[22:02] Examples of bad reactions from parents
[24:05] Characteristics of a good mentor
[24:55] The importance of continuing to dream
[26:53] Manuel's experiences of overcoming discouragement
[28:16] The dreams Manuel had growing up
[29:01] How kids can support their parents' dreams


KEY POINTS FROM THIS EPISODE
Introducing future champions, Ava and Atlas Amezcua.
Ava and Atlas’ first memories of feeling inspired.
What makes them most happy.
Ava and Atlas’ favorite compliments to give and receive.
Ava recalls a moment of pride and how she demonstrated it.
Their favorite people in the state of Michigan.
Why it’s so important to stay true to your dreams and advocate for them.
Ava and Atlas share their dreams and where they stem from.
Who they look up to, and the impact parents’ behaviors have on children.
The qualities of the late Kobe Bryant that inspire him.
The value Atlas gains from watching motivational videos.
Why Ava regards self-approval to be more important than the approval of others.
Lessons in adversity: how Ava and Atlas handle setbacks and stay committed to their dreams.
The support future champions need in moments of adversity and in pursuit of their dreams.
What it means to go the extra mile.
The traits of a good friend or teammate.
The kind of support kids do and don’t need from adults.
What Ava and Atlas look for in a mentor.
The kids’ final piece of advice for the adults out there.
Why it’s important for adults to keep dreaming.
How Manuel has overcome discouragement in his life.
What he wanted to be when he grew up, as a kid.
What children can do to support adults’ dreams.

QUOTES:
“I’ve definitely experienced setbacks but that’s a part of life [and] a part of the lessons that I’m learning. It’s just my journey, so I’m trusting along the way and doing my best, and if the outcome isn’t necessarily what I want it to be, I’m working more towards getting there.” — Ava Amezcua [0:10:32]

“When you do face a setback … there’s room for improvement. That's not the end of everything.” — Atlas Amezcua [0:11:50]

“It's really not that hard to be kind … It really doesn't take that much and it benefits the person that's receiving it. It also benefits you.” — Ava Amezcua [0:23:21]

“When you're an adult, the three things you need are imagination, creativity, and the belief that you can do it and you can change what you want to do.” — Atlas Amezcua [0:24:11]

LINKS:
Sport of Kings
Manuel Amezcua on LinkedIn
Podium Risk Management
At The Podium with Manuel Amezcua on Instagram
At The Podium with Manuel Amezcua on Spotify
At The Podium with Manuel Amezcua on Apple Podcasts

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