Motherhood fuelled her Olympic Dream.

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For most, becoming a parent is a seismic shift, a lifequake that transforms everything we thought we knew about ourselves.

It's a journey that challenges us to re-evaluate our priorities and make some tough decisions. Like how to balance our own dreams with the responsibilities of raising our children?

In 2022, Vicky became a mom for the first time.
Two weeks later, her dream to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games was born.

With a newborn in her arms and just 2 years to prepare for the 2024 Olympic Games, Vicky set out to pursue her passion - not just for herself but to inspire her son.

As parents, how do we carve out time for self-care without compromising precious moments spent nurturing our children's world?
Ultimately, we find ourselves grappling with two powerful questions - am giving enough and am I enough?

Vicky Botha is an inspiring business owner, triathlete, wife and mother of one who shares how she balances it all.

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Chapters
  • 00:00 Intro
  • 03:02 Seismic shift of parenthood
  • 05:12 Training while pregnant
  • 08:59 Support systems
  • 12:25 Mental imagery in sport
  • 16:14 Mom guilt and sacrifices
  • 18:30 Journey to the Olympics
  • 22:12 Post-race reflections
  • 24:27 Motivation behind the journey
31 Dec 2024 English South Africa Self-Improvement · Personal Journals

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