The Cost of Gold: Mystique Ro on Love, Fear, and the Olympic Dream

In this episode, I sit down with Olympian Mystique Ro to talk about what it really takes to chase your dreams. From her journey transitioning out of track and field into the high-speed, high-risk world of skeleton racing, Mystique opens up about facing fear head-on—despite hating roller coasters—and the mindset required to compete at the Olympic level. We talk about the sacrifices that come with achieving your goals, especially when it comes to love and relationships, and what it means to stay committed to something bigger than yourself. She also shares what it was like growing up with 10 siblings, the kind of partner that balances her life, her favorite moments from the Olympics (including Italy), and what she’s training for now. A conversation about passion, timing, and the sacrifices that come with truly loving what you do.