The Olympic Spirit and How You Can Tap Into It

Discover the Olympic spirit and learn how to apply it to your own life in this inspiring TED Talk featuring Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete of all time. Gain valuable insights on overcoming setbacks, thriving under pressure, and finding purpose beyond winning as Felix shares her experiences live from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Explore topics such as the impact of athletes outside competition, attitudes toward working parent athletes, and the Black maternal mortality crisis. Delve into the culture of perfectionism in sports, the transition after retirement, and how to push yourself to the next level. Hear Felix's message for young people and her thoughts on the impact of the Olympics. Learn practical tips on preparing for competition and maintaining focus. This 51-minute talk, hosted by TED's Whitney Pennington Rodgers, offers wisdom that resonates with everyone, not just aspiring Olympians.

Intro
Family life
Watching the Olympics
The impact athletes have outside of competition
Attitudes toward working parent athletes
Black maternal mortality crisis
Melinda Gates gift
Athletes Commission
Reflecting on the Games
Maintaining Focus
Culture of Perfectionism
Athletes are just people
What can the Olympics offer
The transition after retirement
How to push yourself to the next level
The evolution of success
Message for young people
Impact of the Olympics
Future impact
Election year
Audience questions
How to prepare for competition
Lasting hope