Episode #73 - Lauren Brandon, Professional Triathlete

Lauren Brandon discusses her swimming and triathlon career. She talks about her love for gravel biking and the importance of balancing training with family and relationships. Lauren shares her joyful and adaptable nature, which she attributes to her upbringing and close-knit family. She reflects on her swimming career, from starting at a young age to competing in Olympic trials, and how she transitioned to triathlon. Lauren Brandon discusses her transition from swimming to triathlon and her journey in the sport. She talks about going back to college to get her masters and receiving a scholarship for grad school. She also shares how she got into triathlon and the challenges she faced in the beginning. Lauren reflects on her career and contemplates retirement, but also expresses her love for the sport and the joy she finds in racing. She discusses her worldview, her love for travel, and her open-mindedness towards different cultures and beliefs. In this final part of the conversation, Seth asks Lauren about the source of goodness and the power of personal choice. They discuss personal growth, overcoming past mistakes, and the importance of being kind to others. They also touch on the topic of nervousness during interviews and the value of curiosity. Seth shares his own experiences and how interviewing others has taught him valuable lessons. They conclude with a discussion on finding contentment in life and the importance of pursuing one's passion.
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