Wellness Through Consistency: The Physical and Mental Fitness Journey of Stella Raphael-Reeves

This episode features an inspiring conversation between Anthony Ogogo and Stella Raphael-Reeves, a retired vice principal with 30 years experience working in Further and Higher Education. Stella is also a terminally ill cancer patient who exudes positivity and strength. In this episode, she shares her journey of battling cancer, and the impacts it has had on her life and her career.  Stella's outlook on life and her determination to find joy in the present moment serve as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Stella emphasizes the importance of gratitude and mindfulness in her life, finding joy in the present moment and being grateful for what she has. Stella highlights the significance of physical and mental fitness, mentioning the need for consistency in training and the impact of diet on overall well-being. Stella's approach to setting short-term goals due to her health condition serves as a reminder to live in the moment and make the most of each day. Stella values the support of her friends, family, and community, emphasizing the importance of having a strong support system during challenging times. Despite facing terminal illness, Stella maintains a positive outlook on life, focusing on living fully and finding joy in everyday moments. BEST MOMENTS "I've always seen the glass half full and I think that's what made me very different at work because I always pushed forwards and took risks." "I think the interesting thing is that at this present moment, my aspirations are short." "I've always had five-year plans. As you know, was it right? In five years I'm going to do this, in five years I'm going to do that."    HOST BIO Olympic medal-winning boxer, Anthony Ogogo, teetered on the brink of a world title before a career-ending eye injury left him mostly blind in one eye. Battling years of depression, he reinvented himself as a professional wrestler with All Elite Wrestling in America. Anthony holds an impressive record of 10 British boxing titles, in addition to being the junior world and junior Olympic champion. Beyond sports, he's a renowned international motivational speaker, gracing prestigious venues like Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street. Anthony's entrepreneurial spirit led him to create Ogogo Fitness, a fitness app. Now, as a podcast host, he shares his incredible journey and the wisdom he's gleaned from life's trials. Join him in exploring the resilience that has defined his life, and the inspirational stories of others who have risen above challenges to find success and happiness. Instagram - @anthonyogogo