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Olympic champion. Icon. And then… nothing.

Apolo Ohno spent his entire life training for one thing - winning gold. He became the most decorated Winter Olympian in U.S. history, chasing perfection at all costs. But when the spotlight faded and the podium disappeared, he faced a battle far tougher than any race: Who was he without the sport?

In this raw and honest conversation, Apolo opens up about the identity crisis that hit after retirement, the role of ego in driving success - and destroying it - and the painful process of starting over from scratch.

This isn’t just about sport. It’s about life after the thing you thought defined you. It’s about resilience, reinvention, and the ongoing journey of self-discovery.

Feeling stuck? If you need help getting out of your rut, Will can help - head to willnotfear.com to learn more about his coaching to get you off the hamster wheel. 

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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
04:17 - Masculinity Without a Father Figure
07:58 - Success Through Small Wins
08:43 - Athletic Success and Confidence
14:35 - Gender Dynamics in Work and Education
16:35 - Perspectives Across Class Lines
18:38 - Men, Mindfulness, and Perception
23:00 - The Tightrope of Masculinity and Its Impact
27:45 - Effortlessly Yourself in Conversations
34:51 - Injury Recovery and Mindful Detachment
36:40 - Selfhood and Fragile Manhood
46:37 - Teaching Daughters Vigilance
52:47 - Reading Romantic Cues for Young Men
58:19 - Emotions in Work and Raising Boys
01:01:33 - Psychological Safety at Home
01:03:15 - Emotional Miscommunication with Kids
01:19:01 - Autonomy and Choosing Your Circle

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