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The Power of Perspective: Adversity, Resilience & Success with Kate Naess
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- The Owners Outlook Podcast
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- Jan 20, 2026
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Summary
🎙 Owners Outlook — Episode with Kate Naess In this powerful episode of Owners Outlook , Shaun Lord sits down with Kate Naess — Paralympian, performance psychologist, speaker, and author — for a deeply human conversation about perspective, resilience, and what it truly means to own your success. Born with a hand difference and told early on what she wouldn’t be able to do, Kate’s story is a masterclass in challenging assumptions — both those placed on us by others and the ones we place on ourselves. From representing Australia at the Paralympics to navigating profound personal loss, Kate shares how mindset, acceptance, and small daily habits shaped her journey on and off the world stage. This episode isn’t about chasing medals or titles — it’s about learning how to respond when life doesn’t go to plan, and how growth often lives in discomfort. Perspective & Identity How early assumptions can shape — or limit — our sense of what’s possible The mindset shift that changed Kate’s life trajectory Learning not to be owned by circumstances Resilience Through Adversity Losing a parent, losing a sporting dream, and sitting with discomfort Why acceptance is often the first step forward Reframing loss into learning and opportunity High Performance & Small Habits Transitioning from equestrian to Paralympic triathlon in under two years The power of showing up consistently, even when it feels mundane Why progress often hides in unglamorous moments Reflection, Leadership & Self-Awareness Kate’s “3–1 reflection strategy” for athletes, leaders, and creatives Being kinder to yourself without losing ambition How self-awareness creates better leaders and stronger teams Owning Your Success What success looks like beyond achievements Living without regret and choosing growth over…