"This Is Not The End": Nina Sossamon-Pogue's Path from Olympic Aspirations to Emmy-Winning Transformation

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Can resilience be learned, and how do we redefine ourselves after life's most challenging setbacks? Tune in to find out as we sit down with the incredible Nina Sossaman Pogue, whose journey from elite athlete to Emmy Award-winning journalist and high-tech executive offers invaluable lessons on overcoming adversity. From the heartbreak of missing the 1984 Olympic team to a life-altering injury at LSU, Nina's story is one of relentless transformation and self-discovery.
Nina opens up about the emotional toll of losing her gymnastics career and the profound impact of mentorship and self-kindness in her journey to find new purpose. She brings us into the pivotal moments that reshaped her life, including a heart-wrenching incident involving a friend's child and the guilt that followed. Through her candid recounting, Nina emphasizes the importance of reframing our internal dialogue and viewing failure not as a definitive end but as a stepping stone toward growth.
We also explore Nina's philosophies on resilience, including how to map life events to gain perspective and the significance of 'chapter six thinking' in appreciating the potential ahead. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, from the power of choice in overcoming life's obstacles to the value of a supportive community. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or seeking inspiration for a fresh start, Nina's story offers a roadmap to resilience and optimism.
Here's more information about Nina:
Book 1: https://www.amazon.com/This-Not-End-Strategies-Chapters/dp/1642798061
Book 2: https://www.amazon.com/But-Want-Both-Working-Creating/dp/B08M1QXZK3
Website: https://www.ninasossamonpogue.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninasossamonpogue/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NinaTheAuthor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nina_sp.eaks/

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1. "This Is Not The End": Nina Sossamon-Pogue's Path from Olympic Aspirations to Emmy-Winning Transformation (00:00:00)

2. Resilient Journey of Nina Sassaman-Pogue (00:00:01)

3. Perspective on Life's Blank Spaces (00:13:29)

4. Finding Purpose After Adversity (00:20:35)

5. Identity Shift (00:25:04)

6. Lessons in Failure and Resilience (00:32:14)

7. Overcoming Trauma and Finding Hope (00:38:32)

8. The Power of Resilience and Growth (00:46:19)

9. Parenting and Clean Slates (00:54:31)

10. Lessons for Younger Self (00:59:39)

11. Resilience, Aging, and Self-Compassion (01:04:02)