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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

The Happiness of the Long Distance Runner

Jul 22, 2024
33:53
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Former great runner Georgia Bell rediscovered her passion for running during Covid, becoming one of the fastest women in the world heading to the Olympics. She shares her journey with Dr. Laurie Santos and reflects on happiness lessons learned along the way.
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Quick takeaways

  • Rediscovering passion can lead to unexpected success in elite sports.
  • Embracing risk-taking and positivity is vital for achieving goals in competitive running.

Deep dives

Georgia Bell's Journey from Corporate Life to Olympic Aspirations

Georgia Bell, a former cybersecurity expert, rediscovered her love for running after a break and is now a top athlete chasing Olympic dreams. Despite her background in cybersecurity, Georgia decided to return to amateur racing and found herself excelling at a competitive level. Her talent resurfaced after participating in amateur races, leading to national and international successes, including a sponsorship deal with Nike. A shift in mindset and embracing her passion for running have propelled Georgia back into elite competition.

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