Episode #82 - India Lee, Professional Triathlete

India, a professional triathlete, discusses her training camp in France, her love for nature, and her journey of self-discovery. She values being in quiet, remote places surrounded by nature and finds calmness and inspiration in the beauty of the outdoors. India reflects on her upbringing and the support she received from her parents, who encouraged her to pursue her passions. She also talks about her introverted nature and how she found confidence and self-motivation through sports. India emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and finding happiness in the simple things. India shares her experience of finding motivation and contentment in her athletic career. She talks about the importance of surrounding herself with good people and enjoying the day-to-day journey. India also discusses how getting a dog helped her overcome anxiety and find a sense of purpose outside of her sport. She emphasizes the need to have a healthy perspective on success and to focus on personal happiness rather than external validation. India’s advice is to find what brings you joy and to prioritize your mental well-being.

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India’s IG:   / indielee_tri  

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:21 Appreciating Nature and Finding Calm
08:12 Self-Discovery and Being True to Oneself
12:09 The Impact of Supportive Parents and a Strong Support System
16:32 Building Confidence Through Sports and Physical Activities
29:19 Overcoming Shyness and Finding Confidence
35:00 Finding Solace in Swimming and Podcasts
36:22 Discovering Triathlon and Eclectic Podcasts
37:22 The Journey into Triathlon
40:06 The Beginning of a Triathlon Career
43:18 Overcoming Doubts and External Opinions
48:02 Defining Moments in Triathlon
49:23 Transitioning to Long Course Racing
51:30The Future of India's Triathlon Career
53:28 Motivation and Being Present
57:46 Success and Happiness
01:02:44 Overcoming Anxiety and Finding Happiness
01:05:24 Advice for Overcoming Anxiety
01:09:23 Closing Remarks and Well Wishes
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