Ep
62
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Olympic Champion: From Gold Medals to Cancer Survivor
Nov 18, 2024
With
Shannon Miller
57:05
Olympic Champion: From Gold Medals to Cancer Survivor
What can an Olympic gold medalist teach us about facing cancer with resilience and grace? In
this powerful episode, Shannon Miller, one of America's most decorated gymnasts, shares her
journey from Olympic glory to battling a rare form of ovarian cancer. Her story reveals how the
discipline and determination that earned her Olympic medals helped her face her biggest
challenge yet, while learning valuable lessons about humility, surrender, and choosing joy.
Key points discussed:
- Shannon's unexpected diagnosis and the importance of regular check-ups
- The critical moment when she almost canceled the appointment that led to her cancer discovery
- How being a solo achiever transformed into embracing teamwork during cancer treatment
- Navigating life with a 15-month-old while fighting the disease
- Why you can't "outwork" cancer
- Shannon's husband's quiet strength through a challenging year
- The transformative lesson of "choosing joy" even in life's toughest moments
- Why asking for help is a sign of courage, not weakness
- The importance of giving yourself grace during recovery
- The unexpected gift of learning to pause and appreciate life's moments
