Ep. 44: Shelly Baskin: Military, High Jumping & Paintballs | Handling Pressure with Laughter and Gratitude

<p>Ever found yourself laughing while learning about the rigors of being a military officer and an all-American high jumper? Well, brace yourself for an episode that’s equal parts enlightening and entertaining as we welcome the spirited Shelly Baskin. Shelly&apos;s journey from a 1700-acre ranch to the military, the sports field, and the lessons she&apos;s learned along the way, are nothing short of inspiring. She regales us with tales from her childhood, sibling rivalry, and even a hilarious paintball escapade.<br/><br/>Pressure is an inescapable part of life whether you are an athlete or in the military, but how do you manage it? Shelly gives us a peek into her recipe for handling pressure without crumbling. From choosing track over volleyball, handling overtraining, and navigating the world without social media, her life is a testament to the power of prioritization and avoiding unhealthy comparison. To aid this transformative journey, she shares resources that have helped her implement small, incremental changes in her life.<br/><br/>Drawing inspiration from her military enlistment in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, we shift gears to discuss the trials of training and the significance of keeping perspective. Can you guess who&apos;d play Shelly and her siblings if their lives were made into a movie? Stick around to find out her laugh-inducing suggestions. As we wrap up, we express our gratitude to Shelly and you, our listeners, for supporting our mission to provide a platform for positive, uplifting content. Join us and Shelly Baskin in this laughter-filled, insightful episode of Passing the Torch.</p><p><b>Connect with Passing The Torch</b>: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/passingthetorchwithmartinfoster/'>Facebook</a> and IG: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/torchmartin/?hl=en'>@torchmartin</a></p> <p><b>If you enjoyed this podcast, check these out </b></p> <p><b>Purple Heart Recipient</b>: <a href='https://passingthetorch.buzzsprout.com/1946508/12511782-ep-28-your-capacity-is-limitless-with-ben-seek