"Rebuilt: The Mindset Of An Ironman"- Endurance, Pain & Purpose

In today's episode, Grace converses with Colin Owensby an ultra-marathon athlete, a two times Ironman, Former model, actor and the founder of "The Purpose Through Endurance Campaign. His story centres on confronting, understanding and rebuilding after deep trauma. Quotes: 1. “You are not defined by your setbacks—your response to them defines you." — Unknown 2. “Strength isn’t just what you can lift, it’s what you can overcome.” — Rikki Rogers 3. “The obstacle in the path becomes the path.” — Zen Proverb 4. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill Journal Prompts: — “Never Meant to Walk, Built to Run” 1. Resilience & Adversity * What is one difficult experience in my life that changed the way I see myself? * When life has told me “you can’t,” how have I responded? * What setback have I survived that I rarely give myself credit for? * What does resilience mean to me personally? * If I could speak to my past self during my hardest season, what would I say? 2. Identity & Reinvention * Who am I beyond my job, achievements, relationships, or titles? * What part of my identity have I outgrown? * Is there a version of myself I am ready to leave behind? * What new version of myself am I currently becoming? * If I had permission to reinvent my life completely, what would I change? 3. Mindset * What thoughts consistently move me forward? * What beliefs are currently holding me back? * How do I respond when things don’t go according to plan? * What does “thinking outside the box” look like in my own life? * Where could I take a more courageous or unconventional approach? 4. Fitness, Health & Discipline * What does being genuinely healthy mean to me beyond physical appearance? * How does movement affect my mood, confidence, and mindset? * Where in my life could I benefit from greater discipline? * What small healthy habit could I commit to consistently? * Am I focused more on quick results or sustainable progress? 5. Community & Relationships * Who are the people who genuinely support my growth? * What kind of community do I want to build around myself? * Am I willing to ask for help when I need it? * What can I contribute to the people around me? * How could stronger relationships help me achieve my goals? 6. Purpose & Legacy * What is my deeper reason for wanting to succeed? * Who do I want to help through my experiences? * What knowledge or lessons could I pass on to others? * What would I want people to remember about me? * If I knew I couldn’t fail, what would I dedicate my life to? 7. Living Fully * What experiences make me feel most alive? * When was the last time I stepped outside my comfort zone? * Am I allowing myself to experience the full range of my emotions? * What does “living my best life” actually mean to me? * What is one experience I’ve been postponing that I want to make happen? 8. Action — The Final Reflection Finish these sentences: I am stronger than I think because… The obstacle I am currently facing is… The lesson this season is teaching me is… One thing I refuse to give up on is… The person I am becoming is… My next courageous step is… I will start today by… Episode Reflection Question: “If your current circumstances could not define your future, what future would you choose to build?” Key Takeaways • Resilience is built through adversity, not comfort • Identity is fluid—you can reinvent yourself at any stage • Fitness is not just physical—it’s emotional and mental healing • Community is a cornerstone of long-term success • Adaptability is a superpower in uncertain times • Mindset determines how you experience life, not just outcomes Contact Colin Owensby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecolinowensby/ Donation link for RASA: ko-fi.com/grace_rasa Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: [email protected] To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: [email protected] - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse