Pro High Diver Molly Carlson on Performance Anxiety, Facing Fear & Backing Yourself
Real Pod
Dear Media
4.8 • 3.4K Ratings
🗓️ 3 July 2024
⏱️ 52 minutes
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Summary
Molly Carlson is a professional high diver, mental health and body image advocate, and CEO of Brave Gang. As a member of Canada's senior national high diving team, she placed second in the 2022 and 2023 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. In this episode, Molly and Vic dive into overcoming performance anxiety, managing pressures as a pro athlete and influencer, and balancing ambitious goals with celebrating successes. Molly opens up about her struggles with body image and mental health, her near departure from diving after not making the Canadian Olympic team, and the importance of authenticity in gaining confidence. She also discusses why fear is necessary for success and how to translate bravery into everyday life. Tune in for Molly’s inspiring story of pushing mental boundaries, embracing vulnerability, and navigating the highs and lows of being a pro extreme sport athlete!
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