S4 Ep17: Life Beyond the Podium, Post Goal Blues, Identity Crisis, and Strategies for Emotional Recovery

About this episode

Tina and Kara discuss the emotional aftermath of achieving significant milestones and the challenges that follow.

Ever felt like you've been hit with a wave of emptiness after stepping off stage, finishing a race or reaching some other milestone? You're not alone. Tina and Kara, as we unpack the emotional aftermath of some of life's big achievements. This episode isn't just about athletic pursuits; it's about the interplay between our personal lives, professional worlds, and the physical trials we endure. Life after stepping on stage or crossing the finish line can be more daunting than the pursui...

People in this episode

Host: Tina

Topics covered

• emotional recovery
• identity crisis
• post-goal blues
• life transitions

Keywords

• milestones
• athletic pursuits
• personal life
• professional life

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