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Meet The Moment: A Conversation with Grace van der Byl | Mind Your Game Podcast

Join co-hosts Dustin Donner and Dr. Mat as they sit down with world-record-breaking long-distance swimmer Grace van der Byl. Grace recounts her incredible journey of swimming 21 miles in the dark from Catalina to San Pedro, breaking records, and overcoming extreme challenges like hypothermia and nearly losing her foot. She delves deep into her mindset, discussing the importance of being present, dealing with fear, and learning from failures. Grace also shares essential advice for high-performing athletes, from the significance of having a mentor to owning one's path and embracing accountability.

This episode is a masterclass in mental resilience and high-performance, offering invaluable insights for athletes and non-athletes alike.

00:00 Record-Breaking Swim and Unexpected Hospital Visit
00:30 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:57 Grace's Training Environment and Community
03:09 The Mental Game and Staying Present
05:46 Facing Fear in Open Water Swimming
10:33 Embracing Challenges and Authentic Self
14:13 Learning from Setbacks and Moving Forward
26:04 Hallucinations and Hypothermia
27:13 Tropical Storm Hits Manhattan Swim
28:38 Near-Death Experience and Reflection
30:14 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward
31:59 Winning the Manhattan Swim
33:13 The Importance of Accountability
35:51 Meeting Vito and Night Train
40:40 Advice for Youth Athletes
47:17 Final Thoughts and Mentorship