Dominique Dawes, The Real Meaning of Success from 3 Time Olympian and Member of Gymnastics Gold Medal Winning "Magnificent Seven"

How do you define success?  On this episode of the Live Greatly podcast Kristel Bauer sits down with Domnique Dawes, 3 time Olympian, mother of 4, wife and business owner who was a member of the gold medal winning "Magnificent Seven" the first American team to win gold in women’s gymnastics at the 1996 Olympics.  Kristel and Dominique discuss the struggles she went through during her gymnastics journey, how her idea of success has changed throughout the years and how she is working to empower children through her Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academies.  Dominique also shares some insights for parents in what to do and what not to do when it comes to navigating children's athletics and a look into what has helped her heal from trauma and build resilience. Listen now!

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

How Dominique's view of success has changed throughout her life A look into Dominique's journey in the Olympics How having the wrong definition of success can lead to unhappiness and a lack of fulfullment What not to do as a parent when it comes to your children's athletics The importance of enjoying the present moment  Dominique's views into high pressure situations Some things that helped Dominique heal from the trauma she went through amid her gymnastics journey The importance of parents doing research before signing their children up for activities  What has helped Dominique build resiliency How Dominique handles stress A look into the Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academies

ABOUT Dominique Dawes:

Owner of the Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academies, Dominique opened the gyms to continue her commitment to developing a healthy and compassionate culture in the sport of gymnastics. Her first academy opened in the midst of a global pandemic, July 2020 and her second location opened April 2023.  Dawes also holds minority ownership of the Washington Spirit of the National Women's Soccer League, and served as the co-chair of the President’s Council for Fitness, Sports and Nutrition under the Obama administration alongside Drew Brees. Alongside LeBron James and Maverick Carter, she recently served as Executive Producer of the Peacock docu-series “Golden”, the journey of USA’s elite gymnasts on the road to the Tokyo Olympics, which was nominated for a Sports Emmy.  
 
Dawes holds her degree from the University of Maryland and was inducted into UMD's prestigious Hall of Fame in 2022.   In 2023, her hometown of Montgomery County, Maryland will honor her career and legacy with a life size statue to continue inspiring the next generation to follow in her footsteps.
 
As a wife, mother of four, Olympian and business owner, Dominique Dawes has transcended the world of sports, politics, entertainment and culture.

Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academies website: https://www.dominiquedawesgymnasticsacademy.com/ 

Instagram: @dawesgymnasticsacademy

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawesgymnasticsacademy 

https://www.facebook.com/people/Dominique-Dawes/100044497986838/ 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominique-dawes/ 

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, in-demand Keynote Speaker and TEDx speaker with a mission of supporting companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success & well-being. With Kristel's unique background in Integrative Psychiatry, business and media, she provides invaluable insights and strategies to empower, inspire and motivate companies, leadership and sales teams as well as other groups and organizations. Kristel shares key insights into high-power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, success & a modern approach to work/life balance. Using a blend of authenticity, Psychology & Science, Kristel provides insights to excel in sales and thrive as a team leader. Kristel's messaging supports company profitability while promoting vibrant company cultures with healthier and happier employees.  Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes.  As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant, Kristel has a unique perspective into optimizing well-being and achieving success. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has contributed to Real Leaders Magazine. She has been live on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago & Ticker News.

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