What happens when resilience, reinvention, and purpose, cougars and endurance races all collide in one life story?

In this powerful episode, Arwen Becker opens up about her path from competitive athletics and toxic coaching environments to endurance sports, wildlife rehabilitation, financial planning, motherhood, advocacy, and finally, faith. Arwen shares what it truly means to find strength, rediscover confidence, and create a life rooted in meaning.

This conversation is a reminder that success is not achieved overnight. It is shaped through courage, community, perseverance, and learning to find joy even in life’s hardest moments.

Chapters

02:59 Arwen's Athletic Journey Begins

05:59 Overcoming Adversity in Sports

08:52 Rebuilding Confidence After Setbacks

11:58 The Shift to Endurance Sports1

4:59 Finding Joy in the Journey

18:10 Transitioning to Financial Planning Career

20:52 Wildlife Rehabilitation Experience

23:54 Sasha the Cougar and Lessons Learned

30:26 The Unexpected Encounter with Sasha

35:31 The Impact of a Dream Job Loss

41:49 Finding Love and Purpose in Financial Planning

49:40 A Journey of Faith and Transformation

57:59 Turning Points and New Beginnings

59:13 Navigating Emotional Challenges in Parenting

01:00:11 Transitioning Roles in a Family Business

01:02:41 Empowering Women Through Advocacy

01:03:59 Finding Purpose After Career Changes

01:06:19 Building Community and Support for Young Women

01:09:30 Courage in the Face of Adversity

01:12:19 The Impact of Social Media on Advocacy

01:15:12 Challenges in Fundraising and Support

01:18:59 Resilience Against Opposition

01:22:06 Defining Success in Difficult Times

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