This chapter delves into the personal and professional obstacles faced by an Olympic athlete, including assault and personal struggles, as well as the disappointment of not winning the Olympic Games. It also explores the importance of resilience during the COVID pandemic and highlights the Australian Twin E study on understanding the factors contributing to resilience in the face of stress and trauma.
As Lynne Malcolm gets ready for life outside the ABC, she’s been thinking about how all of us cope with changes and challenges, and how our sense of ourselves is influenced by our surroundings. This has become even more relevant for us as we get through the COVID-19 pandemic.