Badass Athlete to Self-Care Mentor: Jess Simson’s Journey of Self-Discovery

Jess Simson shares her remarkable journey from struggling with mental health to becoming an elite endurance athlete—and ultimately discovering joy and authenticity. Growing up in New Zealand and now residing in the Canadian Rockies, Jess reflects on how she turned personal challenges into opportunities for growth and transformation.Jess opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to endurance sports, how she overcame self-doubt and resistance, and the lessons learned from hitting burnout. Through her story, she offers profound insights into the power of movement, the importance of trusting your instincts, and how to reconnect with your authentic self.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Jess used movement as a tool to navigate mental health challenges.The transformative power of diving into the world of multisport and endurance racing.Lessons learned from burnout and how it reshaped her approach to life and sport.How yin yoga and mindfulness became integral to her healing journey.The shift from fear-driven performance to self-love and joyful movement.Key Takeaways:"I didn’t know what I was capable of, but I knew I had to try.""Burnout was my greatest teacher—it forced me to rethink everything.""Movement is now an act of self-love, not punishment."About Jess Simson:Jess Simson is a former elite endurance athlete and world multisport champion, a mindfulness advocate, and a devoted mother living in the Canadian Rockies. Drawing from her personal journey, she now inspires others to embrace their authentic selves and find balance through self-care.Resources and Links:Jess’s website: https://www.stokedlife.ca/NZ Spirit Fest: https://www.nzspirit.com/southislandfestivalFollow Jess on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stokedlife_jess_simson/🎧 Tune in now to hear Jess’s inspiring story and learn how to transform life’s challenges into opportunities for growth.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESGet your FREE Resilient Mind-Body Toolkit - Discover Five Simple Steps to Reset, Recharge & Restore Your Inner Calm.Stay updated and say hello on Instagram @rewildyouhq Questions or comments? Email us at: [email protected] your FREE 30-minute consult to create a clear action plan to begin your transformation - from feeling stuck in a rut to stepping into an empowered, purposeful life.Check out the tools, resources and support at: rewildyouhq.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rewildyouhq.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wildheartnz.substack.com