Turning Pain into Power: Harriet Watson’s Journey with Endometriosis and Endurance

In this episode of Rewild You, I sit down with endurance athlete and adventurer Harriet Watson to explore her journey of navigating life with endometriosis while embracing the challenges of endurance sports. From growing up in a multi-sport family in rural New Zealand to tackling grueling events like the Coast to Coast and ultra-distance adventures, Harriet has never shied away from pushing her limits. But her path hasn’t been without its struggles—particularly when it comes to managing a chronic condition that affects every aspect of her life.Harriet shares:How growing up as the youngest and smallest in an adventurous family shaped her resilience.The pivotal moment when she realized that hard work could turn her struggles into strength.The emotional and physical toll of endometriosis and how she found her way to a diagnosis.The power of endurance sports as both a challenge and a coping mechanism.How she turns her pain into purpose, using her platform to raise awareness for endometriosis and women's health.Through it all, Harriet has developed a mindset of persistence, learning to embrace the highs and lows of both sport and health. Her story is a testament to the power of self-advocacy, movement, and mental resilience.Follow Harriet’s adventures on Instagram: @hazzas_adventures https://www.instagram.com/hazzas_adventures/Endometriosis New Zealand website & resources: https://nzendo.org.nz/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