Oct 27, 2023
This episode of the Lynckup podcast is
brought to you by Moode & Co.
Join us
in this heartfelt episode as we delve into the remarkable life of
Ashton Smith, a special Olympics athlete, accomplished author, and
powerful motivational speaker. Ashton, a dedicated swimmer,
candidly discusses the financial challenges faced by Olympic
athletes and shares her personal battle with depression and
suicidal thoughts.
We
explore Ashton's bright future beyond her competitive career in the
special Olympics, as she overcame her vision disability and
homelessness. This incredible athlete has clinched multiple gold
medals and has triumphed over adversity, conquering both her visual
disability (astigmatism esotropia) and a speech impediment.
Discover Ashton's incredible resilience and determination as she
shares her story, along with insights from her book, "Swimming
UPSTREAM to Realize the Dream." Join us for an inspiring
conversation with a true champion both in and out of the
pool.