Shannon Malseed - Pro Cyclist Turned Mindset Advocate

Jun 18, 2025

Shannon Malseed, a former pro cyclist turned mindset advocate, shares her inspiring journey of leaving elite sports for a more authentic life. She discusses the hidden costs of high achievement and the pressures of societal expectations. Shannon challenges conventional notions of success, focusing on personal fulfillment over sacrifice. The conversation touches on navigating identity, self-worth, and the transformative power of belief. Ultimately, it’s about finding joy in the everyday process of being true to oneself.

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ANECDOTE

Joy Lost in Pro Cycling

Shannon Malseed lost her joy in professional cycling by trying to be the perfect athlete.
She realized happiness must come first to sustain long-term success.

ADVICE

Re-Evaluate When Joy Fades

If you don't love who you are in your career or sport, re-evaluate your path.
Either reclaim joy or leave it for something you're truly passionate about.

INSIGHT

Fear Roots in Old Stories

Fear about changing paths often stems from old stories and past experiences.
Healing those root causes allows authentic self-expression and growth.

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What happens when chasing performance drains the joy that once drove it? In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Malseed — former pro cyclist turned mindset advocate — for a powerful reflection on the hidden cost of high achievement.

Shannon shares her journey from elite sport to inner rediscovery, challenging the idea that success must mean sacrifice. We explore the athlete mentality, burnout, subconscious patterns, and the endless pursuit of external validation.

This conversation is about redefining success, reclaiming authenticity, and finding fulfillment not at the finish line, but in the everyday process of being true to yourself.

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