Ep. 52: Riley Tejcek's Mission of Empowerment and Endurance

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Stepping into the limelight of our latest episode is Riley Tejcek, the first female Marine to break the ice in Team USA bobsledding and the crowned Miss Military 2023. Riley's vibrant narrative arcs from the adrenaline rush of World Cup races to teaching moments on international soil, encompassing the warmth of family bonds revealed in a game show triumph with her mom. Her response to the oft-asked "What do you do?" is as dynamic as her life, a rich tapestry of roles and passions that defy the simplicity of a single title.
Riley brings us into her world, where the power of positivity and the art of self-reflection intersect with the discipline of military logistics. Through engaging anecdotes, she sheds light on how gratitude and a nurturing internal dialogue fuel her journey both on the slick tracks and in daily life. The wisdom of historical figures acts as a compass for Riley, guiding her as she steers through the challenges of athletic discipline with the same clarity and determination that her predecessors did in their time.
As we round off this episode, Riley's leadership qualities and resilience become the cornerstones of her story. We celebrate the unanticipated growth that springs from missed opportunities and share in the camaraderie that fitness and friendships have forged in her life. Her initiatives to uplift women in health and strength resonate as a call to action for all listeners. Embrace the vision, build meaningful relationships, and rise to the occasion of personal development with Riley Tejcek as your beacon.

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1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Why life is great right now (00:02:14)

3. Defining Herself and What She Does (00:03:15)

4. Experience on the game show Lingo with her Mom (00:04:10)

5. If Riley could bring back anything from her childhood, what would it be (00:07:34)

6. Movies that molded her childhood (00:08:39)

7. Why Riley believes practicing kindness is more than just the right thing to do, but a crucial investment in one’s own chance at success (00:10:35)

8. Positive Self-Talk and Personal Growth (00:10:41)

9. How Riley turns praise, faint or otherwise, into something that can actually be used (00:13:20)

10. Advice to better develop an awareness of what our private voice is trying to articulate and reinforce in us so it serves rather than hinders our efforts (00:16:36)

11. Tips for people still trying to figure out who they are (00:20:20)

12. What from your military profession of logistics, have you taken and applied to the bobsled world? (00:22:12)

13. Navigating Trials and Triumphs (00:23:03)

14. Historical figure she identifies with (00:23:39)

15. What dark times looked like for Riley and what she took away from those eras (00:26:11)

16. Recent purchase of $100 or less that has most impacted her life (00:30:17)

17. How a failure, or apparent failure, set her up for future success…and a favorite failure story (00:31:11)

18. Leadership Journey and Missed Opportunities (00:32:36)

19. On Living in Kyrgyzstan for three months (00:34:55)

20. When Riley Tejcek thinks of a movie image that depicts leadership, who or what comes to mind (00:37:39)

21. Empowering Women (00:39:28)

22. Hanging out with Rebecca Rouse (00:39:43)

23. If there was a a bobsled movie made about her life, what would the name of the movie be and what actress would play her (00:42:51)

24. Positive Outlook from Riley (00:47:20)

25. Where to find Riley (00:48:43)