In this in-depth conversation, Paralympian Karolina Wisniewska, one of Canada’s most successful alpine skiers, shares her journey from a young athlete with cerebral palsy to becoming an eight-time Paralympic medalist. We explore societal perceptions and the challenges she faced in competing as an athlete with a disability, delve into the intricacies of Paralympic classification, and discuss the financial realities of elite sports. Join us as we uncover the mindset that drove Karolina to success, examine the impact of media visibility on Paralympic sports, and reflect on the legacy she leaves for future generations. 00:01:15 - Societal Perceptions 00:19:00 - Medical Challenges and Lack of Support Systems 00:31:00 - Paralympics vs. Non-Disabled Olympics: Resource Imbalances 00:47:00 - Media Visibility and Financial Impact on Paralympics 01:01:00 - Exploring the Athlete's Mindset 01:16:00 - Training Regimens and Challenges 01:32:00 - Understanding Classification in Paralympic Sports 01:58:00 - Career Reflections and Comparisons 02:12:00 - Rivalries, Regrets, and Pressure 02:34:00 - Paris Paralympics and Financial Model 03:11:00 - Legacy and Impact on Future Generations Follow Karolina: LinkedIn: ⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolinaply/ Website : https://www.adn-conferenciers.com/conferenciers-karolina-wisniewska Join this channel to get access to perks: ⁠‪@LorisDzagoyan‬⁠ Follow me: www.linkedin.com/in/dzagoyan www.lorisdzagoyan.com