We’ve caught Olympic fever in Counselling and Career Services! Among all the inspiring stories coming out of the Games, cyclist Monique Sullivan’s letter to herself stands out. As much fun as it is to watch the triumphs of successful athletes, it’s also important to note how they deal with failure. And that’s why Ms. Sullivan’s story stands out – because she wasn’t one of the smiling athletes jumping onto the podium after a successful competition. She was instead dealing with a heartbreaking defeat, when she did not qualify for the final in the women’s keirin event. After taking time to process her disappointment, she reflected on the hard work that brought her to where she is. Her experience in Rio made her resolve not to let this disappointment stop her from pursuing her dreams or living in joy.

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