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EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 27 MIN

From Broken Ribs to World #1: The Mindset of Adaptive Snowboarder Izzy Hicks

from Becoming More with Dianna Kokoszka · host support3a

What does it take to rise to the top of the world in one of the toughest sports? Izzy Hicks, an adaptive snowboarder born without a hand, shares her remarkable story of grit, mindset, and determination. From breaking ribs and suffering concussions to competing on World Cup courses alone in foreign countries, Izzy’s journey is proof that resilience creates champions. In this episode, she reveals how affirmations fuel her performance, the mental strategies that keep her going after setbacks, and why visualization helps her attack each course with confidence. Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or simply someone facing life’s challenges, Izzy’s story will inspire you to see opportunity in adversity—and to keep showing up no matter what. Follow Dianna: YouTube Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@BecomingMoreDiannaK?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diannakokoszka Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianna.kokoszka/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dianna.kokoszka LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannak/ Be sure to check out Dianna's NEW Dynamic Growth Shop for all your empowering merch—designed to inspire and elevate your journey! https://dynamicgrowthcollective.com/shop

What does it take to rise to the top of the world in one of the toughest sports? Izzy Hicks, an adaptive snowboarder born without a hand, shares her remarkable story of grit, mindset, and determination. From breaking ribs and suffering concussions to competing on World Cup courses alone in foreign countries, Izzy’s journey is proof that resilience creates champions. In this episode, she reveals how affirmations fuel her performance, the mental strategies that keep her going after setbacks, and why visualization helps her attack each course with confidence. Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or simply someone facing life’s challenges, Izzy’s story will inspire you to see opportunity in adversity—and to keep showing up no matter what. Follow Dianna:YouTube Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@BecomingMoreDiannaK?sub_confirmation=1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diannakokoszkaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianna.kokoszka/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dianna.kokoszkaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannak/ Be sure to check out Dianna's NEW Dynamic Growth Shop for all your empowering merch—designed to inspire and elevate your journey!https://dynamicgrowthcollective.com/shop

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What does it take to rise to the top of the world in one of the toughest sports? Izzy Hicks, an adaptive snowboarder born without a hand, shares her remarkable story of grit, mindset, and determination. From breaking ribs and suffering concussions...

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