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On the recent episode of Passing the Torch, we welcomed Shelly Baskin, a military officer and an all-American high jumper. Known for her infectious positivity, Shelly takes us through her journey from growing up on a 1700-acre ranch to becoming an accomplished athlete and military officer. This episode is an exciting mix of humor, wisdom, and inspiration, providing insights into handling life's pressures with laughter and gratitude.
Growing up, Shelly learned invaluable lessons from her life on the ranch, spending time with her three brothers, and managing chores. These experiences cultivated a sense of teamwork, accountability, and resilience in her. One of the lighthearted moments Shelly shared involved a hilarious paintball escapade with her brothers, highlighting her ability to find humor even in challenging situations.
A significant part of Shelly's life revolves around handling pressure. Whether it's in the sports field or the military, the pressure is inevitable. Shelly has developed her unique recipe for managing this pressure without crumbling. She shares her experiences of choosing track over volleyball, dealing with overtraining, and eliminating social media to avoid unhealthy comparison. Shelly emphasized the importance of prioritizing and highlighted the significance of implementing small, incremental changes in life.
Drawing inspiration from her military enlistment following the 9/11 attacks, Shelly opened up about the trials of training and the importance of maintaining perspective. She humorously suggested actors to play her and her siblings if their lives were to be made into a movie, once again emphasizing her ability to inject humor into any situation.
As the episode wraps up, Shelly expresses her gratitude towards the listeners for supporting the mission of Passing the Torch. This mission aims to provide a platform for positive and uplifting content. Shelly Baskin's life serves as an inspiring testament to this mission, reminding us of the power of laughter, gratitude, and the ability to handle pressure with grace and positivity.
In the fast-paced, high-pressure world we live in, Shelly Baskin's story provides a much-needed breath of fresh air. Her experiences remind us to stay grounded, maintain perspective, and face life's challenges with a smile. Her approach to handling pressure is a lesson we can all learn from, and her laughter-filled anecdotes are sure to brighten your day. So, join us on this insightful episode of Passing the Torch, where we learn to navigate life's pressures with laughter and gratitude.
Time Stamps from full episode:
00:00 Growing on a 1700 acre ranch doing chores and the valuable lessons that were learned
04:30 How lessons from childhood have helped on her leadership journey
06:42 Childhood memory that has paid dividends. Also nurturing her confidence and overall mental health
11:55 Filtering which perspectives are worth listening to
14:31 Handling expectations when pressure continues to rise
17:22 Recommended books, podcasts, or any resource for anyone looking to make small incremental changes that eventually have big payoffs
20:21 Fascination with World War Two
22:20 How lessons from World War Two impact present day and her own leadership philosophy
24:16 World class talent that people might not know
30:28 If there was a GIANT BILLBOARD that he could place anywhere in the world with her message on it for the world to see, where would the billboard be and what would the message say?
Full audio episode with time stamps, chapter markers, and transcript:
https://passingthetorch.buzzsprout.com/1946508/14078574-ep-44-shelly-baskin-military-high-jumping-paintballs-handling-pressure-with-laughter-and-gratitude
Full VIDEO episode with time stamps, chapter markers, and transcript:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dO1mH6tFFx8&list=PLIoONx-OwgSmjW091EmZWIKpiwvV4vgR9&index=3&t=7s
Books and People mentioned:
@Gwen Mikinski
Jamiel Trimble
Book The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
Key Takeaways:
A significant part of Shelly's life revolves around handling pressure. Whether it's in the sports field or the military, the pressure is inevitable. Shelly has developed her unique recipe for managing this pressure without crumbling. She shares her experiences of choosing track over volleyball, dealing with overtraining, and eliminating social media to avoid unhealthy comparison. Shelly emphasized the importance of prioritizing and highlighted the significance of implementing small, incremental changes in life.
Quotes:
“Remember to smile.”- Nelson Mandela
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