Episode 35: Building Perserverance Through Hardship, Competition and Adventure with Owen Hayden

Join me for a cool conversation with Owen Hayden, a high-energy adventurer, corporate achiever, and former athlete who’s mastered the art of resilience. Owen shares his journey from a high-level sports career to navigating the challenges of the corporate world, all while staying connected to his passion for adventure. We discuss what it takes to push through adversity, the lessons he learned from sports, and his pursuit of grit as a defining trait both on and off the field. Plus, you’ll hear about Owen’s commitment to exploring the world—from Glacier National Park with his young family to Ironman races and rodeos. If you’ve ever been curious about finding purpose and adventure in everyday life, this episode is for you.

Highlights:

• [00:01:32] Owen’s career journey: From corporate climber to world traveler.
• [03:00] Hiking Glacier National Park with a baby in tow—tips for family adventurers.
• [07:00] The power of sports and family in building resilience and grit.
• [11:30] Learning from loss: how adversity shapes our drive and character.
• [14:00] Coaches and mentors: the unexpected father figures who shaped Owen’s path.
• [24:19] Finding a new “team” after sports: how CrossFit and community fill the gap.
• [32:00] Bucket list adventures: How Owen plans to keep exploring with his family.

Links & Resources:

• Glacier National Park travel information
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) resources
• Ironman Triathlon Series

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