

Alexi Pappas on Ditching Goals and Her Strategy For Maximizing Mentorship
75 snips Feb 5, 2025
Alexi Pappas, an Olympic athlete and filmmaker, shares her unconventional take on success by prioritizing the journey over rigid goals. She discusses how losing her mother spurred her to seek mentorship and embrace personal growth. Alexi emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions in decision-making and reflects on gender disparities in athletics. Their conversation highlights how mentorship shapes our paths and the power of vulnerability in forging strong relationships. It's a refreshing look at redefining success and the value of supportive connections.
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Kicked Off Teams
- Alexi Pappas was kicked off her high school sports teams twice.
- This happened because she prioritized other extracurriculars like theater and student government over attending every practice.
Sandbagging in High School
- Ryan Holiday didn't take running seriously in high school and often rebelled against training.
- He now views this as a form of sandbagging, avoiding earnest effort to protect himself from potential failure.
Simplifying Decisions
- Alexi Pappas's dad helped her simplify complex decisions by asking clarifying questions.
- He focused on her underlying desires and values, rather than imposing his own opinions.