Triumph Through Trials: Jessica Long’s Inspirational Journey to Paralympic Glory
Brief Summary of the Show: Jessica Long, a Paralympic swimmer, shares her inspiring story of overcoming challenges and finding success. She was adopted from Siberia, Russia, as a baby and was born with a birth defect in both of her legs. Despite her disability, she never let it define her and pursued her passion for swimming. She made her first Paralympic team at the age of 12 and has since won numerous gold medals. Jessica emphasizes the importance of perseverance, self-love, and finding purpose in life. She also discusses her journey of forgiveness and reconnecting with her birth family in Russia. Jessica's story is a testament to the power of determination and resilience. Listen as we speak: 00:00 - Introduction and Jessica's Background 03:05 - Jessica's Journey as a Paralympic Swimmer 08:01 - Finding Worth and Identity Beyond Achievements 11:28 - Overcoming Challenges and the Power of Determination 15:27 - The Importance of Family and Support 18:58 - Writing the Book and Jessica's Journey of Self-Love 23:33 - Reconnecting with Birth Family and the Power of Forgiveness 27:22 - Inspiring Others and Shocking the World 31:21 - Jessica's Future Plans and Closing Remarks Notes from Natalie: Get weekly tips and updates: https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/fd348899af Seeking Health: www.natalietysdal.com/favorites Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatrainin Anti Burnout Worksheet: https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/b6d4b2c9d2 Connect with Natalie 🎙 Listen to the Podcast! https://link.chtbl.com/tdlFA4aN 👉 Connect with Natalie! Website: https://www.natalietysdal.com 🤓 Read the Blog! https://www.natalietysdal.com/blog 🎥 Watch the show on video! https://www.youtube.com/ntysdal 📧 Email me! hello@natalietysdal.com 💥 Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal/ 💥 Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal/ 💥 Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal 📌 Follow me on Pinterest! https://www.pinterest.com/ntysdal/ 📞Leave me a voicemail (online) https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/328568/5/7bxm9ye0bim4xyj0 https://www.youtube.com/c/ntysdal Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Thank you for helping us grow! https://page.natalietysdal.com/products/thanks Business Email: hello@natalietysdal.com