{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68a72812352b565deb29efa3/68c2dd13aca3521c7666511a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Fired by Life: Kiko Matthews on Courage, Connection, and ‘Kiko-nomics'","description":"<p><strong>Welcome back to The Human Mix.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Nick &amp; Lydia are joined by <strong>World Record Holder</strong>, Environmental Champion &amp; Social Entrepreneur <strong>Kiko Matthews.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Kiko discusses the societal perceptions of aging, the importance of authenticity, and <strong>her journey from illness to adventure</strong>. She talks about <strong>her diagnosis of Cushings Disease</strong> in 2009, a rare and life-threatening condition which causes tumours on the pituitary gland, and how<strong> after narrowly avoiding death she had a fire lit underneath her</strong> to experience adventure!</p><p><br></p><p>She emphasizes the <strong>significance of resilience, mental fitness, and community support</strong> in overcoming challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>Kiko shares her experiences of<strong> rowing across the Atlantic</strong>, highlighting how purpose and connection with others can drive motivation and resilience. In March 2018 she <strong>became the fastest woman to cross the Atlantic ocean as a solo rower</strong>, beating the previously held French record by a week.</p><p><br></p><p>The discussion also touches on the concept of '<strong>Kiko-nomics</strong>,' which focuses on balancing resources and energy for personal growth and resilience.</p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p><strong>If you'd like to get in contact or be involved with The Human Mix, please see below:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasmckie/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Nick McKie</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydia-j-hall-91535b23/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Lydia J Hall</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/persyou_ltd?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Instagram</u></a></p><p>----</p><p><br></p><p><strong>If you'd like to find out more about Kiko Matthews or read her book, please find </strong><a href=\"https://www.kikomatthews.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><u>her website here.</u></strong></a></p>","author_name":"The Human Mix"}