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Childhood Trauma and Athletic Success

A study of Olympic medalists revealed that super elite athletes, who consistently won gold, had experienced significant childhood trauma. Examples include Kelly Holmes being bullied and facing racism, Tom Daly losing his father during training, and Andy Murray witnessing a mass shooting. This trauma tends to drive their energy towards success, coinciding with their supreme talent. Childhood trauma often correlates with addiction.

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