Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais

Nastia Liukin: Finish What You Start | Insights from a 5x Olympic Medalist

Apr 24, 2024

5x Olympic Medalist Nastia Liukin shares her journey of resilience and redefining success, from pivotal moments with Kobe Bryant to embracing vulnerability. She discusses the power of presence, perfection, and control, offering practical insights for defining personal success and responding with courage. Liukin's experiences highlight the impact of self-discovery and the importance of perseverance in the face of setbacks.

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Reflecting on Early Achievements and Success

10:13 • 4min

Navigating the Dual Roles of Coach and Father

14:23 • 14min

Discussion on Physical Health, Hydro Rowing Machine, and Metabolic Fitness with You Can Products

28:32 • 4min

Navigating Familial and Professional Boundaries in Gymnastics

32:25 • 19min

Exploring Stress Reduction Technology and High-Quality Supplements

50:56 • 4min

Resilience in the Face of Failure

55:12 • 13min

The Power of Visualization in Achieving Success

01:08:11 • 11min

Gratitude, Self-Improvement, and Community Support

01:19:14 • 2min

Think back to the most pivotal moments of your life… What parts of you did you bring forward? Which parts did you hold back? How did these experiences shape your way of being?

These questions lie at the heart of our conversation today with Nastia Liukin, a gold medal gymnast whose name is etched in history for winning the All-Around title at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Beyond her monumental achievements – including tying the record for the most gymnastics medals won by an American in a single Olympic Games with FIVE medals – Nastia's journey is one of relentless pursuit, resilience, and the courage to redefine success.

In this episode, Nastia reveals the significant moments of her career – from a pivotal conversation with Kobe Bryant that reshaped her self-perception, to the standing ovation that followed what she considers to be her worst performance.

Nastia’s lived experience shows us all how to find meaning and success beyond external achievements. And she continues to walk her talk.

We dive deep into the dynamics of perfection and control, vulnerability, and the power of being present. Nastia's insights offer a practical guide for embracing the profound impact we have when we can be at home with ourselves, wherever we are.

I’m excited for you to discover new ways to define your own success, respond with courage, and meet the moment.

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