Ep 18: Navigating Life's Waters: A Mega Yacht Captain’s Tale of Adversity and Achievement

05/01/2025 1h 11min Temporada 1 Episodio 18
Ep 18:  Navigating Life's Waters: A Mega Yacht Captain’s Tale of Adversity and Achievement

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Send us a textCaptain Kelly Gordon shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful yacht captain and mental health advocate. She discusses the therapeutic power of water, her struggles with mental health, the importance of mentorship, and her passion for inspiring others, especially women in the yachting industry. Through her experiences, she emphasizes the significance of self-discovery, teamwork, and the power of manifestation in achieving one's dreams.Key TakeawaysMental healthcare and awareness are vital to our lives.Mentorship plays a vital role in personal and professional growth.Self-discovery is a continuous journey that requires effort.Women are increasingly breaking barriers in the yachting industry.Anxiety can be channeled into positive action.Chapters00:58 From Childhood Dreams to Early Challenges06:13 Navigating Life's Setbacks and Mental Health14:49 The Turning Point: Choosing Life20:20 Discovering a New Passion: The Yachting Industry31:39 Training to Become a Captain39:47 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Future Aspirations39:56 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Seeking Support42:10 Life on a Super Yacht46:31 The Role of a Captain: Leadership and Team Management47:59 The Accidental Journey to Public Speaking54:09 Manifestation and the Power of Positive Thinking55:06 Mental Health Awareness in the Yachting Industry57:52 Inspiring Women in Yachting and Breaking Stereotypes01:01:08 Balancing Passion and ProfessionalismKelly’s Links:Website: captainkellyjgordon.comIG: instagram.com/captain_kellyjgordonFB: facebook.com/kelly.gordon.1217TikTok: tiktok.com/@captain_kellyjgordonListen on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/milfs-who-pivot/id1752003970Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/3YSTz3qhoA979C4wzLtIO5?si=bfY4ik0zRAC4kYAQNGBDkQWatch on:YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/milfswhopivotpodcast Subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1935947.rss Music Credit: The Hip Hop Lo Fi by Electromaria via Audio Jungle: https://aud

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