The Power of Perspective: From Broken Feet to Shattered Limitations with Anna Heiny

The Dreamfuel Show

What gets you through the toughest moments in business?

In this episode of The Dreamfuel Show, Kevin Bailey sits down with Anna Heiny, an accomplished runner and neuroscience expert, who shares her journey of balance and perseverance.

From running a half marathon while 23 weeks pregnant to staying positive in the face of adversity, Anna's story is a testament to the power of mental resilience.

Anna and Kevin discuss the critical role of mental preparation, focusing on the tips and techniques that Anna employs both on the track and in the boardroom.

You’ll hear about the parallels between endurance running and the grueling path of leadership—both requiring discipline, drive, and the ability to embrace discomfort as a sign of giving your best.

You won’t want to miss it.

Key Takeaways:

1. Mental Mastery in Motion–Anna shares her secret for staying positive and focused, even when things get tough.

2. Embrace the Discomfort–Anna ran a marathon while pregnant. Crazy, right? She’s learned to embrace the stress and use it as fuel.

3. From Race to Leadership–Drawing parallels between running a marathon and running a business, Anna and Kevin share some insights on resilience, staying in the flow, and maintaining balance.

Resources:

• Click here to apply to Dreamfuel's Octane Mental Performance Program for Tech Leaders

Timestamps:

00:00 Endurance, discipline, and Anna’s drive to be the best in running

07:13 Mental techniques for enhanced athletic and academic success
15:15 Focusing on the positives and how negativity hinders growth
21:01 Journaling for accountability

25:05 Choosing gratitude over negativity in facing challenges

28:11 Anna, on Missing the Olympic trials

38:03 Embracing discomfort as a way to improve