Jasmine Jones is an Airman in the United States Air Force, a High-Performance Athlete with Team USA Bobsled, Mid-American Conference Most Outstanding Track Performer, First Team College All-American, Bobsleigh Bronze Medalist in the 2026 Winter Olympics (which ended EMU’s 42-year drought without a US Olympic medal for the university’s athletes) and a single Mom.
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🔥 Torch Takeaways Include:
◼ Embrace the Power of Perseverance: Jasmine Jones overcame personal and professional setbacks, showing that the drive to keep going, even when doors seem closed, can lead to extraordinary achievements.

◼ Prioritize Mental Fitness: Success isn’t just physical. Jasmine Jones credits her growth to strengthening her mindset, highlighting the importance of mental health practices, visualization, and having a strong support system.

◼ Lead by Example and Lift Others: As a single mom and athlete, Jasmine Jones models for her daughter and listeners alike that with discipline and purpose, you can thrive in multiple arenas, and inspire those around you to do the same.
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Jasmine's Resources:
◼ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayye_jazzj/
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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
00:00 Journey to the Olympics
01:17 Life as a Single Parent and Athlete
04:06 Transitioning from Civilian Life to Military and Sports
07:21 Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence
10:11 Mindset and Mental Preparation for Competition
13:03 Reflections on Success and Resilience
15:35 Reflecting on the Journey
17:04 The Meaning of Representation
19:18 Mental Health and Performance
23:04 Family Influence and Support
24:16 Lessons for the Next Generation
28:06 The Power of Resilience
30:02 Celebrating Success with Food
31:12 A Message for the World
34:16 Passion in Every Role
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Full Audio episode with Chapters:
◼https://www.buzzsprout.com/1946508/episodes/19341991
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Mentioned in the episode:
Riley Tejcek
Alex Klein
Kelly Curtis
Coach Chris Best / Eastern Michigan
Coach Christopher Fogt / USA Bobsled Coach
Elana Meyers Taylor
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Quotes to open episode:
“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive”

“If God said it, that’s the end of it.” - Christine Vincent
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Keywords: Jasmine Jones, Olympic bobsled, military athlete, mental fitness, motherhood, resilience, high performance, inspiration