Episode #19
Gabby Reece
Built for More: Strength, Surrender, and Self Definition
In this rich and wide-ranging episode, Rebecca welcomes beach volleyball legend, author, entrepreneur, and wellness icon Gabby Reece. Known for her powerhouse presence both on and off the court, Gabby joins Rebecca for a real and reflective conversation on what it means to live a full-contact life with strength, clarity, and compassion.
Together they explore the transitions that come with aging, identity, motherhood, and purpose, as Gabby shares how she continues to evolve from athlete to leader and from competitor to creator. They talk about the need for structure and stillness, learning to surrender as a parent, building sustainable wellness practices, and why perfection has no place in a purposeful life. Gabby opens up about her upbringing, her challenges, and the deep personal work she’s done to lead with integrity, balance both masculine and feminine energies, and continue making an impact.
This episode is an invitation to do the work and to keep asking what truly matters.
Show Notes
Transformative Insights:
“White space” is not a luxury; it’s part of the discipline
Doing something well doesn’t mean doing it forever
The body is a portal for deeper emotional and spiritual clarity
We can reframe aging as wisdom, not loss
Surrender is not weakness, but a form of strength
Vulnerable Moments:
Gabby's openness about growing up without consistent parental support
Her honest reflections on failing in business, parenting, and marriage
How she’s working to release the internal governors holding her back
The fear of running out of time and what she’s doing about it
Practical Wisdom:
Make “doing nothing” part of your practice
Don’t chase metrics; trust your own inner signals
Create your day around your energy, not just your to-do list
Let your body reflect your values, not just your aesthetics
Personal Growth:
Gabby’s journey from sports icon to wellness entrepreneur
Learning to hold space for both strength and softness
Reinventing yourself again and again without apology
Links and Resources
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