Podcasts about Silken Laumann

The Olympic champion and mental health advocate talks about her organization Unsinkable and the transformative power of story The post Storytelling for Mental Health: In Conversation with Silken Laumann appeared first on SEE Change Magazine.

SPECIAL FEATURE. This week, Look Again is excited to present this candid conversation from PSYCHEDUP, a new show that focuses on one mental illness each episode. In the premiere episode, host Dr. Diane McIntosh sits down with Olympic legend Silken Laumann, who captured the hearts of Canadians with her incredible resilience, rowing to a bronze medal in single sculls despite a devastating injury. But after the cheers faded, she realized she was facing a new challenge: depression.Hear about Silken's journey through the symptoms, causes, and path to understanding her mental illness. Dr. McIntosh is later joined by her colleague and friend, Dr. Randy Mackoff, for an honest and insightful conversation about effective treatments for depression.It doesn't matter who you are, what you've done, whether or not you're an Olympic superstar, depression can affect anyone. Listen to this episode of PSYCHEDUP to get educated and inspired.ResourcesPSYCHEDUP PodcastSilken Laumann's Podcast: Inflection TimeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Content Note: This episode contains discussions of mental health and mentions of suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 9-8-8. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  In this episode of Digital Comfort Zone, hosts Aine McGlynn and Lizz Bryce engage in a deep conversation with Canadian Olympian Silken Laumann. They explore resilience, mental health, and the transformative impact of technology. Silken shares her personal journey of overcoming a severe injury to win a bronze medal at the 1992 Olympics, emphasizing the importance of physical intelligence and stress management. The episode delves into the pressures faced by leaders of charitable organizations, the significance of digital enablement, and the evolution of personal motivation and self-belief. Additionally, the conversation highlights the necessity of embracing multifaceted identities, especially in women, and discusses the role of technology in fostering human connections and delivering mental health support, particularly in the wake of the COVID pandemic. Silken also talks about her podcast, Inflection Time, and the potential of storytelling platforms like Unsinkable.   00:00 Introduction and Trigger Warning 00:47 Introducing Silken Laumann 02:50 Silken's Story of Resilience 06:45 The Athlete's Mindset 08:33 Stress and Mental Health 11:50 Personal Growth and Motivation 21:53 The Power of Vulnerability and Storytelling 23:54 The Birth of Unsinkable 25:06 Connecting Storytellers and Mental Health 26:08 Embracing Technology for Good 27:35 Hopeful and Helpful Stories 29:59 Navigating Technology and Social Media 37:42 Digital Skills in the Nonprofit Sector 39:48 Introducing Inflection Time Podcast Read the full transcript here Listen to Silken's new podcast: Inflection Time Learn more about her charity: Unsinkable  

This week, we talk about who is our inspiration as Kelly shares her first memory of being inspired by someone else, Canadian Olympian, Silken Laumann. Kelly Snider's journey began at the age of three when she was rescued from a house fire that took the lives of both of her parents. Diving into her own story and finding deeper understanding and healing, Kelly recognized the power in the fact that everyone has a story that can positively impact others. She strives to collect and preserve these stories through creating events, writing books, interviewing guests on her podcast and facilitating life-changing story workshops.  Kelly is the best-selling author of the books “Your Story Your Strength” and “The Gift In Your Story”. Exchange Quotes: “The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure you're very courageous; be strong, be extremely kind, and above all, be humble.” – Serena Williams “As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.” – Nelson Mandela Exchange Links: Follow @epicexchanges on Facebook and Instagram www.kellysniderauthor.com

Silken Laumann captured the hearts and minds of Canadians by rowing for this country in three separate Olympics — and winning three Olympic medals. She also won a world championship and a gold medal in the Pan American Games. Her athletic career was exceptional. But what's so interesting about Silken is that she's also been a champion on another front — raising awareness about mental health. She's so serious about it that she founded an organization called Unsinkable, which helps people take steps toward mental well-being. She's also been very open about her own mental health journey and struggles.

Strength in vulnerability combined with an internal sense of safety are among the most powerful psychological tools that one can curate to promote wellness and healthy boundaries.  Four-time Olympian, speaker & author, Silken Laumann, joins us for a very special discussion where we cover:  a brief overview of Silken's story and her rise to prominence nationally and internationallyfinding an "extra gear" with respect to performance and the balance between connecting with the reality of one's situation & processing difficult emotions while remaining goal driventhe importance of vulnerability with respect to promoting and maintaining mental wellness as well as connection with othersSilken's perspective on the impact of adverse early life experiences on the formation of self-esteem, coping, attachments, detection of threat etc.  the challenge (and sometimes imposibility) of maintaining attachments with important figures in our life and the critical importance of boundariesnavigating guilt that can arise from detaching from significant others who are felt to present a challenge to one's own wellness the power of an apologypros and cons of using intensive/high-level exercise/activity to assist with emotion regulation & growth of self-esteemwhy Silken has taken such a strong stance around being vulnerable in sharing her story and how it informs the ethos of her charity UnsinkableSilken's lens on cultivating vulnerability in the service of sharing your story and what must be in place psychologically for this to be a safe, healthy & healing process the importance of clearly and honestly assessing one's needs in the service of self-carean overview of Silken's charity, Unsinkable, and it's core of storytellingthe myths and realities of the mental health of elite athletes the perhaps unexpected challenge of achieving great success early in life and the challenge of transitioning out of elite athletics Four-time Olympian Silken Laumann is one of Canada's most inspirational leaders, a best-selling author, and a child and mental health advocate. Silken's Olympic story is legendary and inspirational. As reigning world champion, Silken fought back from a devastating rowing accident, to win a bronze medal in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona.  In her best-selling memoir, Unsinkable, Silken shines a spotlight on all the obstacles she has encountered and overcome. Silken speaks candidly about her athletic success and triumph over physical adversity, but also the intense personal challenges of her past and the fierce determination she applies to living a bold and successful life today. Silken is the founder of Unsinkable, a multimedia non-profit organization that uses story-telling and lived experience to move people further along their mental, physical and spiritual journey.https://www.weareunsinkable.com/Host note: A very special thanks to Jennifer Elia for facilitating this conversation!

From broken bones and shredded muscle to Olympic glory… Silken's story is one of courage, perseverance and the triumph of the human spirit.In May 1992, just 10 weeks before the Olympic Games, Silken Laumann was injured in a brutal rowing accident that left her right leg shattered and useless. Reigning world champion in Single Sculls rowing, Silken was told by doctors she might never row again.Twenty-seven days, five operations, and countless hours of gruelling rehabilitation later, Silken was back in her shell, ready to pursue her Olympic dream. When the starter's pistol rang out on August 2, 1992, Silken made the greatest comeback in Canadian sports history, winning the bronze medal for Canada, and capturing the hearts of a nation.Silken retired from rowing in 1999 with three Olympic medals, and since then has continued to inspire, encouraging people to dream, live in the moment and embrace failure as a stepping stone to success.“In ten weeks she made the greatest comeback in Canadian sports history, becoming a symbol of hope to all.” The Montreal GazetteOUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS, AWARDS, HONOURS1996 Silver Medal – Atlanta Olympics 1992 Bronze Medal – Barcelona Olympics1991 World Champion – Single Sculls Rowing1987 Gold Medal - Pan American Games (Single Sculls)1984 Bronze Medal – Los Angeles OlympicsHonorary Doctorates: University of Victoria (1994), McMaster University (1994), University of Windsor (1997), Laurentian University (1998), Western University (2013)2015 Inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame2010 BC's Top 100 Women of Influence2007 CAAWS Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity2006 Globe and Mail list of Most Influential Women in Canada2006 Women's Executive Network - Most Powerful Women: Top 1002006 CAAWS Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity2004 Inducted into BC Sports Hall of Fame2004 Etobicoke Rotarians Lifetime Achievement Award2003 CAAWS Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity2003 Canadian Institute of Child Health Award2003 National Child Day Award2002 Queens Golden Jubilee Medal1999 Inducted into Mississauga Hall of Fame1999 Mississauga Sports Award1999 FISA's Thomas Keller Award - Outstanding Career in Rowing1998 Inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame1997 Wilma Rudolph Courage Award (first non-American to receive the award)1995 Canadian Olympic Order1994 Meritorious Service Cross1993 Mississauga Civil Award of Merit1993 Canadian Olympic Association Award of Merit1992 Harry Jerome Comeback Award1992 Victoria Athlete of Year1991 & 1992 Canadian Press Female Athlete of the Year1991 Lou Marsh Award - Canada's Outstanding Athlete1984, 1990, 1991 & 1992 Ontario Athlete of the Year1984, 1988 & 1992 Mississauga Athlete of the Year--This episode of Breaking Brave is brought to you by:SOULSNACKS! Soul snacks are single ingredient, eco conscious dog and cat treats! Sourced directly from farms in Ontario and wrapped in fully compostable packaging. Treating your pets never felt so good. Head to https://soulsnacks.ca/ and use coupon code BREAKINGBRAVE for 15% off your purchase!!! ​&CRANK COFFEE the newest member of the Neal Brothers family. Crank Coffee is a new Canadian whole bean coffee brand that is certified organic and fair trade. Founded by the Neal Brothers Peter and Chris. This brand was influenced by cycling, coffee lovers, and experts! Check it out at the Neal brothers online shop here:...

Welcome back to another Masterclass! Today we're going to be looking at the topic of overcoming obstacles. We've had the incredible opportunity of interviewing some incredible athletes on this podcast and today you'll hear from Olympic medalist Silken Laumann, Ultraman Champion Tara Norton, and eleven-time Ironman Champion Lisa Bentley. As you listen to this episode, you'll start to see some patterns emerge around mindset and practices that these athletes have used to overcome obstacles and become the best of the best. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-greg-wells/support

We are excited to share this conversation with you and introduce you to a very wise woman, Barbie Liss. Awakening the Wise Woman was born from the belief that embodying the wise woman archetype shouldn't require us to wait until we are post-menopausal. We were fortunate to speak with Barbie Liss, who is the ANTI-Anti aging coach about this very subject, and wow... Barbie really brings so much to this concept and her work is so necessary in the world! TRIGGER WARNING - There are conversations about sexual assault in this episode that may be uncomfortable, difficult, painful, or triggering for some listeners. Please use your discretion when choosing to listen to this episode.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Barbie Liss: Barbie is the ANTI Anti~Aging Coach. She has a BA in Psychology and is a Certified Life Coach, Reiki & Energy Healer, International Retreat Facilitator and a Personal Trainer. She is an Advocate for Restorative Justice, Societal Healing, and the Reclamation of Elder Women in Society. A 60 year old divorced Mom to three amazing adult Humans, and Mother-in-Law to one. Barbie's story became known when her daughter's sexual assault case become the first in North America to conclude with restorative justice. Since then, she has coached hundreds of women to reclaim voice, value and worth and walk in empowered self-love as they cross thresholds into next chapters. Barbie challenges conditioned societal perspectives, heals generational wounds, and shifts individual mindset; teachings gathered along a personal story of healing and self reclamation following a toxic marriage and the secondary trauma experienced after her daughter's assault. Barbie guides women to heal, release and reclaim. To celebrate their transition in years, to embody the power of their wisdom, and to rise in empowered self-love and acceptance, as they walk through life's chapters. She embraces the knowing that endings offer beginnings, and she offers her clients a loving space to become all that they are here to become. A heart centred space holder for Women, Barbie lovingly guides toward empowerment, to shed shame & shatter fears of aging, handed by societal Anti~Aging message, and to claim their Crown! Barbie is a Community Champion for Silken Laumann's Unsinkable organization, she is Coach Resource with a variety of Organizations, sits on the Board of Advisors for Panacea Media Humanized, and has walked Ancestral Paths and Elder Ceremony with Indigenous Elder Grandmother Kaarina. Barbie's story and voice has been heard through Forbes, Sirius XM, The Female Quotient and others, including several podcast platforms. Connect with Barbie: Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/claimthepowerofyouryears Instagram Profile - https://www.instagram.com/_barbieliss/

Episode 91 of the #MindVine​ Podcast features Olympic hero and #mentalhealth advocate Silken Laumann (@SilkenLaumann) discussing her personal journey with mental illness. We caught up with Silken as she hosted the Pandemic Heroes - Standing Up for Mental Health Gala on December 2, 2021 at the OMNI King Edward Hotel in Toronto. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). The podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

In this week's edition of Where Parents Talk with Lianne Castelino on 105.9 The Region, discussion topics include: understanding the science-backed, teachable characteristics it takes to get a child to flourish, with Dr. Michele Borba, author of the book, Thrivers, educational psychologist and mother of three. Also 3-time Olympic medallist and mother of 4, Silken Laumann, talks about parenting a child autism and other special needs within a blended family.

This week's guests are Dr. Michele Borba and Silken Laumann.

Ann Rohmer is with Olympian Silken Laumann and Arissa Roy, a 15-year-old Community Champion at Unsinkable with a discussion about back to school and mental health Tina Cortese looks at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business report and how small businesses have not made a dent in their average debt and face continuing uncertainty around fourth wave Ann Rohmer speaks with Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua about the new school zone speed limit policy and the vaccination policy for city of Vaughan employees Ann Rohmer introduces us to PEGASUS the small fleet of sophisticated drones, equipped with powerful sensors and artificial intelligence that fly at night over forest fires and provide life-saving information to firefighters and emergency services. Jim Lang looks into a National survey of 1000 Canadians about where they want to travel, what destinations are missed most and which are most trusted. ANNE BRODIE talks with Simu Liu, who is from Toronto and starred in Kim's Convenience and landed the title role in the newest Marvel Cinematic Universe movie SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS.

This week, Steve and Diana chat with none other than Olympic legend, Silken Laumann. Not only did Silken overcome a near career-ending injury to go on to win an Olympic medal, but her memoir ‘Unsinkable' has helped demystify issues around mental health and spawned her new non-profit, ‘We Are Unsinkable.'Find out the story behind her incredibly unique name, how opening up about her own mental health issues has inspired others and how she stacks up against Diana when it comes to speed-typing.Silken shares the spotlight with 15-year-old youth activist Arissa Roy, who is not only an ambassador for ‘We Are Unsinkable,' but she has started ‘Project Power Global' which fights for access for education to alleviate poverty.To learn more about Silken Laumann and the work of 'We Are Unsinkable' check out:www.WeAreUnsinkable.comTwitter @Unsinkable Instagram @unsinkablestoriesAnd to learn more about the work Arissa Roy is doing, check out:https://www.projectpowerglobal.orgTwitter: @itsarissaroy Instagram: @arissa_royHOST: Steve Patterson (Twitter: @patterballs)PRODUCER & CO-HOST: Diana Frances (Twitter @dianafrancesvan)TECHNICAL PRODUCER: Donovan Deschner from Fracture A Femur Productions (www.fractureafemur.com)MUSIC BY: Imagine Sound Studios (www.imaginesoundstudios.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canada doesn't really have a 'star system' like our neighbours to the south. In fact, many of our celebrities have had to leave the country to find the work and recognition they deserve. Well, THE CANADIAN STAR SYSTEM aims to change that. Each week, host Steve Patterson (CBC Radio's The Debaters) and his producer/co-host Diana Frances (Canadian Screen Award-winning comedy writer) interview a well-known Canadian celebrity who then shines the spotlight on someone THEY think should also be a star. That person joins the conversation and we learn why they are worthy of being a household name... in households other than their own.Season One guests include: Order of Canada member Rick Mercer (who shines a light on Juno award-winning comedian Sophie Buddle), Olympic legend Silken Laumann (who shares the spotlight with teen activist Arissa Roy), Emmy award-winning actress Annie Murphy (who rolls out the red carpet for actor Antoine Yared) and singer-songwriter Dan Mangan (who shares the love with fellow musician Veda Hille), plus many, many more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this new series called "Rules of the Jungle" Jim tells us about confrontation and how an Olympian deals with it. Silken Laumann achieved one of the greatest comebacks in Olympic history, how was she able to do that?Jim wants to hear from you, email Jim at Jungle.Jim@shaw.ca and tell him how he can help you. You can also reach out at any of the links below and Jim is here to help you.Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/the831livingyourbestlifepodcastFind us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/the831podcast/Check out the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBFnOjbZ4FSbKwi1y1aZYjQContact Jim at junglejimhunter.com#podcast #newpodcastalert #buzzsproutpodcasts #teamcanada #inspiration #motivation #wellness #yyc #yycpodcast #alberta #saskatchewan #canadianpodcast #albertapodcast #junglejimhunter #831 #leadership #leadershipquotes #coaching #lifecoaching #alpine #alpineskiing #olympics #15minutesorless #tokyo2020 #Tokyo2021 #rowing

The Godfathers of Podcasting are back with another incredible episode! It's arguably our most enlightening one yet. First off, Donnie, Tid and Dan chop it up about the recent goings-on in the UFC and also delve into their thoughts about the current Derek Chauvin trial.The boys then welcome highly decorated Canadian Olympian, author and philanthropist, Silken Laumann to the show. Silken is very candid about her time as an Olympic athlete and her struggle to overcome a serious leg injury just prior to the 1992 Summer Games. However, the conversation becomes significantly more impactful when both Silken and Donnie open up about their personal battles with mental health.This episode is not to be missed! Check it out now!!

B.C.'s Health Minister Adrian Dix answers listener questions on the new COVID 19 restrictions for the Vancouver Coastal and Fraser Health regions. Then we talk to Olympic rower, author and motivational speaker Silken Laumann about recovering and learning from loss.

With fierce drive and determination Silken Laumann, world champion in single sculls rowing, pushed herself to recover from a devastating accident, overcoming pain and adversity to go on to win an Olympic bronze medal and inspire the world with her remarkable story. In Part 1 of this episode, Silken shares her personal mental health struggle, emphasizing the importance of speaking up and asking for help in order to address her painful past; it was only by having the courage to tell her story that Silken was able to begin overcoming her personal challenges. In Part 2, mental health expert Michael Ungar and host Leysa Cerswell Kielburger explore resilience and how we foster resilience in our own lives.

CBC B.C. provincial affairs reporter Tanya Fletcher and University of Toronto infection control epidemiologist Colin Furness discuss B.C.'s official COVID-19 modelling. Olympian and motivational speaker Silken Laumann talks about how to find comfort and calm during a pandemic.

Mark is joined by retired Canadian rower Silken Laumann, a three-time Olympian and former world champion. She shares what life was like for a world-class athlete and how a horrific collision in 1992 changed her career and life forever. Today, she's the founder of Unsinkable, a story sharing platform for Canadians to open up about their resiliency, courage, and transformation. 

Olympic rowing medalist and health activist Silken Laumann takes your calls on sports and mental health.

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It's an absolute thrill for me to welcome celebrated, four-time Canadian Olympian Silken Laumann to the show. Many of you will remember Silken's remarkable story as one of Canada's most beloved and accomplished Olympic rowers. In 1992 she was warming up for the World Cup Regatta in Germany when another boat collided with hers at full speed. Her lower right leg received devastating injuries to bone and muscle and she was told she'd never compete at the Olympics again. But 10 weeks later she won an Olympic Bronze medal. Overcoming that difficulty is part of what's made Silken a role model for others to overcome difficult circumstances. It's part of what inspired her to write her book, Unsinkable, and now to host a storytelling website by the same name, with a mission to empower Canadians to achieve better mental, physical and spiritual health. With four kids in her blended family, Silken works hard to cultivate an atmosphere that's honest and truthful about the tough stuff we go through, including mental illness. Silken speaks frankly about being raised by mother who has never accepted the help she needed for her mood disorder, as well as about Silken's own bouts with depression. She and I delve into what it takes to cultivate a culture of openness about mental health and comfort with vulnerability in our families. Show Notes Love our work? Please check out our Patreon Campaign! Become a patron of the show for as little as $1 per month

Welcome back! This week we have an incredible interview with someone who I grew up tracking and idolizing - Silken Laumann. From broken bones and shredded muscle to Olympic glory, Silken's story is one of courage, perseverance, and the triumph of the human spirit. In May of 1992 just 10 weeks before the Olympic Games in Barcelona, Silken was injured in a brutal rowing accident that left her right leg shattered and deeply injured. She was reigning world champion in single sculls rowing, but her doctor told her that she might never row again. Twenty seven days, five operations, and countless hours of gruelling rehab later, she was back in her rowing shell and began to pursue her Olympic dream all over again. On August 2nd 1992, Silken made the greatest comeback in Canadian sports history and one of the greatest comebacks in all of sports history, winning a bronze medal at the Olympics and ultimately capturing the hearts of millions of people. Now retired from rowing with three Olympic medals, she has continued to inspire and encourage people to dream, live in the moment, and embrace failure as a stepping stone to progress. She has launched a new initiative called We Are Unsinkable, which is gathering stories from people who have overcome obstacles in their lives and sharing those to help other people become inspired. I'm really excited about having Silken on the show. We do a review of her entire sporting history, learn a lot about the challenges that she faced after the Olympics were over, and ultimately landing this incredible new initiative that she's launching. You can check her out on all of her social media which are listed at her website silkenlaumann.com and at weareunsinkable.com. Her story is unbelievable and I think you're going to love this conversation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-greg-wells/support

Just ten weeks before the 1992 Olympic Games, Silken Laumann, the reigning world champion in single sculls rowing, suffered a brutal accident that left her right leg shattered and useless. However, she overcame that injury to win a Bronze Medal for Canada. We spoke to her about overcoming that injury but also the less apparent mental health issues she was facing.

Despite having retired from competition over 20 years ago, Olympic rower Silken Laumann remains a major voice in the world of sport. Since retiring, Silken has advocated for a greater focus on mental health amongst athletes. Listen as Silken and POV host Anastasia Bucsis have a frank and honest conversation about their own struggles, and discuss why it's so hard for athletes to talk about mental health.

Millions of people have turned to wearables to track their steps, monitor their heart rate and sleeping patterns, and more. For many of us, the fitness tracker is a constant companion. Should tracking our mental health be any different? This was the theme of the latest RBC Disruptors in advance of Mental Illness Awareness Week. This episode's guests are former Olympian and mental health advocate Silken Laumann, Sam Duboc of BEACON and Dan Seider of Stigma.

The Fit Bottomed Girls Podcast Ep 76 Olympic Rower/Public Speaker Silken Laumann   If you are looking for a little inspiration and wisdom for your ear holes--then get ready for our guest today, Olympian, author, life coach and advocate Silken Laumann. Her multitude of accomplishments includes winning the bronze medal in rowing in 1992 (and doing so just ten weeks after a brutal leg injury!) as well as the silver medal in Atlanta in 1996. Silken is one of Canada's most well-respected athletes so it was surprising for many to learn in her memoir Unsinkable that growing up she struggled with an eating disorder while being raised by a mother with an undiagnosed mental illness. Follow Silken Laumann on social media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Fit Bottomed Girls www.fitbottomedgirls.com Fit Bottomed Mamas www.fitbottomedmamas.com Fit Bottomed Zen www.fitbottomedzen.com Fit Bottomed Eats: www.fitbottomedeats.com Twitter: @FitBottomedGirl @FitBottomedZen @FitBottomedMama @FitBottomedEats Email us at podcast@fitbottomedgirls.com Read more at: http://fitbottomedgirls.com/category/resources/podcast-episodes/ Subscribe: http://fitbottomedgirls.com/podcast/   Want to sponsor the show? Yay! Drop us a note at advertising@fitbottomedgirls.com and let's make the world a healthier place together!  

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If there’s something on this planet that’s more inspiring than the concept of those who rise again after they fall, well, I’m afraid I just don’t know what it is. And perhaps no other Canadian athlete most exemplifies the notion of “the comeback” quite like four-time Olympic rower, three-time Olympic medalist, Silken Laumann. After a horrific 1992 rowing accident that all but completely destroyed her leg, she was told there was a strong chance that she would never row again. The thing of it all? This was 10-weeks out from the Barcelona Olympic Games, and Silken had every intention of being there. With goal setting, visualization, and pure grit (including several hospital procedures and intense rehab), Silken made it to Barcelona, and to a medal finish at that. We talk about her challenging childhood years, redefining fear, and what the Olympics mean to her.  

In this new series of exclusive interviews with women who have followed a successful career as a professional athlete by transcending sport and establishing a career beyond the field of play Canadian multi-Olympic medalist and world champion in rowing single sculls Silken Laumann shares her unique story with Chris Stafford. Follow Silken on Twitter @SilkenLaumann and visit her website here. Follow us on Twitter @WiSPmedia and visit us online at www.wisp.media.

Conversations With Passion this time around features conversations with Olympian Silken Laumann, Inspirational Musician Justin Hines and BBC Atlantic Director Beth Salmon Pye

Just ten weeks before the Barcelona Olympics Silken Laumann, a Canadian rower, suffered a horrific leg injury. After six weeks she got back on the water. "Here I was still using a wheelchair, a massive skin graft on my leg. I could not walk without pain. I got into that boat with some help, there were a few adjustments to take some of the strain off my broken ankle."After four operations, she managed to make it to the final and win a bronze medal, becoming a national hero in Canada. This programme was first broadcast in March 2014. Picture: Silken Laumann, Credit: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images Sport.