# 733: What Lindsey Vonn Teaches Us About Adversity

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Published: 2026-02-23T22:37:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 320

## Resource

"You have to fight through some bad days to earn the best days of your life." — Lindsey Vonn After a devastating Olympic crash and yet another surgery, Lindsey Vonn didn't ask, "Why me?" She reminded the world this isn't the end of her story. That response is what separates elite performers. In this episode, we explore why adversity isn't proof you're failing — it's proof you're competing. Our grit research with professional athletes shows that every top performer faces setbacks. What sets them apart is how they respond. We discuss: Why high performers believe adversity is happening for them, not to them How doubt and other people's opinions (OPP) erode confidence The powerful question that fuels growth: "What is this teaching me?" Adversity isn't a detour. It's the path. Power Phrase: I embrace adversity. It's shaping me into who I'm meant to become. To download our full study report, visit: confidencestudy.com To Request a Free Breakthrough Call with a Mentally Strong Coach, visit: http://www.freementalbreakthroughcall.com/ To learn more about the Mentally Strong Institute, visit: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/ To learn about Dr. Cindra Kamphoff's speaking and coaching, visit: https://cindrakamphoff.com/ To follow Dr. Cindra on Instagram, visit: Cindra Kamphoff, PhD (@cindrakamphoff) • Instagram photos and videos

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