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Resurface - Cassidy Krug
Season 8 Episode 362
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Transitions are rarely easy, whether you’re leaving your career or any other life chapter that has helped define you. Cassidy Krug knows this firsthand. A 2012 Olympian in diving, she grew up immersed in the sport—coached by her parents, competing at Stanford, and training for years beyond. When she reached her dream of competing at the London Games, she also knew it was time to move on.
In this conversation, Cassidy Krug shares the lessons she learned about navigating major life transitions—from sport to career, and from an “all-in” life to an “à la carte” one. She talks candidly about the identity shifts, the uncertainty of new beginnings, and the importance of reflection, interpretation, and community. Her story offers inspiration and practical wisdom for anyone facing their own turning points, especially those contemplating or entering retirement.
Cassidy Krug joins us from Los Angeles.
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We Discuss
- The emotional challenges of retiring from something when you still love what you do
- Why we tend to cling too long to what we do—and what helps us let go
- The critical role of interpreting your story, not just reacting to change
- How asking for help (and informational interviews) opened new doors in her career
- Creating an “à la carte” life after diving, balancing career, creativity, and relationships
- The value of curiosity and trying new things—even when you’re used to being an expert
- Why investing in community matters so much after leaving a team or workplace
- The best advice she received (and what she wishes she had) about embracing change
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Bio
Cassidy Krug is the author of Resurface: A Guide to Navigating Life’s Biggest Transitions. She is a former Olympic diver, a writer, and a brand and innovation strategist based in Los Angeles. She graduated from Stanford with an English degree and she won two NCAA diving titles there.
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For More on Cassidy Krug
Resurface: A Guide to Navigating Life’s Biggest Transitions
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