Venus Williams' new book 'Strive' is a personal guide to physical and mental health
Sep 17, 2024
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Tennis legend Venus Williams shares insights from her new book, 'Strive,' as she converses with journalist Michel Martin. Williams discusses her journey in finding balance amid her busy career, revealing her eight-step program for mental and physical wellness. She reflects on the impact of an early career loss at the U.S. Open and the importance of rest. Living with an autoimmune disease, she emphasizes resilience and mindfulness in navigating both sports and personal challenges.
Venus Williams outlines eight steps in her book 'Strive' to help individuals balance mental, physical, and emotional health amidst life's demands.
She reframes failure, particularly her early loss at the US Open, as a pivotal opportunity for growth and self-reflection.
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Finding Balance in Life
Venus Williams emphasizes the importance of balance between hard work and rest in her life as an athlete and entrepreneur. She outlines the eight steps in her book, 'Strive,' which serve as a roadmap for achieving physical, mental, and emotional health. One notable insight includes her personal struggles with maintaining balance, particularly when overwhelmed by responsibilities. By learning to appreciate downtime and prioritize her well-being, she aims to inspire others to find their version of balance amidst life's demands.
Embracing Failure as a Lesson
Williams shares her perspective on failure, highlighting a significant lesson learned from a devastating loss at the US Open early in her career. Instead of viewing failure as a setback, she reframes it as an opportunity for growth and self-reflection. This mindset, ingrained in her eight-step program, encourages individuals to observe their mistakes and learn from them. Through sharing her challenges, including living with an autoimmune disease, she hopes to empower others to confront their fears and use their experiences as stepping stones for success.
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Finding Balance: Venus Williams' Guide to Health and Success
Tennis legend Venus Williams has a lot on her plate. There's her tennis career, of course, but also business pursuits in fashion, interior design, nail art and more. As a result, Williams says it can be difficult for her to find balance. In her new book Strive, she details eight steps she follows in pursuit of this balance between her mental, physical and emotional health. In today's episode, Williams speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about learning from an early-career loss at the U.S. Open, resting more and living with an autoimmune disease.
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