DeepSummary
In this podcast episode, WWE superstar Becky Lynch shares her journey from career uncertainty to becoming a wrestling legend. She talks about her early struggles with discipline, failing PE in high school, and getting involved with drinking and smoking. Lynch discusses how she discovered wrestling at age 15 and how it gave her a sense of community, confidence, and purpose. She opens up about her struggles with body image and an unhealthy relationship with food during her pursuit of becoming a wrestler.
Lynch reveals how she was finally signed by WWE in 2013 after years of perseverance. She details the intense training regimen at the WWE Performance Center and the constant fear of being fired. Despite initial insecurities, she found her voice and confidence through the guidance of mentors like Dusty Rhodes and William Regal. Lynch talks about her historic WrestleMania moment in 2019 and the challenges of maintaining authenticity amid her success.
Towards the end, Lynch discusses her relationship with fellow WWE superstar Seth Rollins, their decision to start a family, and the responsibility she felt to help change perceptions about motherhood in the industry. She expresses gratitude for her fulfilling life and career, and offers advice on believing in oneself, being authentic, and treating others with kindness.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Persevere through struggles and self-doubt by taking action and believing in yourself.
- Find confidence through accomplishments rather than just thinking about being confident.
- Stay authentic to your true self rather than conforming to what others want you to be.
- Surround yourself with supportive mentors who can guide you and see your potential.
- Balance your professional passions with making time for family and personal fulfillment.
- Approach life's challenges with empathy, patience and a willingness to keep learning.
- Express gratitude for the blessings in your life, even amid difficulties.
- Treat others with kindness, as the world needs more positivity.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I think that's the thing, is that you don't get confidence by thinking about having confidence. You know, you get confidence by action.“ by Becky Lynch
- “One of the things that he said to me, even saying it now just makes me feel that'll get me. Yeah. So.“ by Becky Lynch
- “I lucked out. Look at me. I did great in life, and we're just, it's. I've never had a relationship like it, and we have such a happy little family.“ by Becky Lynch
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The School of Greatness
Lewis Howes
3/27/24