Lara Vafiadis is an experienced sailor and ocean rower. Growing up in a family that loved sailing and adventure, Lara developed a passion for the ocean from a young age.
Instead of pursuing a traditional university education, she decided to follow her love for sailing by participating in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, a 3,000-mile row across the Atlantic Ocean. Despite facing numerous challenges such as seasickness and storms, Lara's determination and love for the ocean kept her going.
Her story is a testament to the power of forging one's own path and overcoming obstacles.
Time-stamps:
00:21:25 Explaining the meaning of "She Who Dares Wins"
01:02:25 Embracing who you are and not listening to others
03:01:06 Being a tomboy and standing out among other girls
03:53:22 The influence of her father in breaking gender stereotypes
06:37:04 Lara's love for the ocean and sailing from a young age
08:17:18 Career advice and the misconception of becoming a librarian
09:23:09 Pursuing a career in sailing
14:08:20 Getting the boat and making the challenge more real
18:08:14 Father's illness and trip to Athens
20:28:28 Emotional impact of father's support for the row
24:59:24 Seasickness and tough first days at sea
27:03:03 Anger and disappointment at not preparing for seasickness
27:45:27 Introduction and anticipation of disappointment
28:02:04 Eating again after being sick
28:26:00 Looking forward to Christmas Eve and Christmas cake
29:23:13 Stuck in the cabin during storms
30:07:13 Difficulty sleeping during storms
35:10:29 Using box breathing to stay calm during flip
37:03:00 She had to venture outside to check her equipment and realized her seat wasn't attached properly.
37:45:18 Despite the challenges, she felt confident in her ability to fix anything that went wrong.
38:21:13 Being alone on the journey made her realize she had to figure things out on her own.
44:44:11 The emotional moment of seeing land and finishing the journey brought her to tears.
48:19:27 Mental strength is crucial for rowing challenges
49:36:25 The incredible capabilities of the human body
52:43:07 Pushing yourself to do things you don't want to do
53:21:23 Having pragmatic conversations with yourself
55:52:17 Overcoming self-criticism and realizing achievements
56:30:08 Sharing vulnerabilities and supporting others
56:49:24 Recognizing and appreciating personal growth
56:49:24 The importance of sharing about struggles and pushing through
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21 окт 2024
