Emma Thompson is a former collegiate and standout swimmer from the Pacific Northwest. For the latest episode of the podcast, I sit down with Emma on the eve of her 22nd birthday to learn about her life after swim—the transition from being a full-time athlete to a full-time working professional. 

This episode is for parents, young athletes and coaches working with teenage and twenty-something athletes. Emma’s story and candor serves as inspiration and a cautionary tale. ET is the epitome of the remake—the embodiment of what it looks like to let go of one part of our identity, to pursue a new path, intentionally and thoughtfully making sure that our actions are in alignment with our priorities.

Spirited, feisty, wise beyond her years and full of heart, Emma Thompson has been a source of inspiration for my young swimmer and I’m confident that in this conversation she will provide much needed perspective (perhaps a desperately needed perspective shift) of how we can best support young athletes as they chase their watery (performance) dreams, while fostering a strong sense of identity and self outside of the pool, track, playing field, or court. 

WNbL, 

Emma’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emthompsonn/#

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠beaudacious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Show’s Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thebounceforward⁠⁠⁠⁠

Michael's Mindset and Mental Endurance Coaching: ⁠https://beaudacious.com/coaching/⁠