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Published Jan 26, 2021

Episode 145 | Dinée Dorame

Discover the powerful intersection of running, culture, and community as Dinée Dorame draws from her Navajo heritage to explore identity, resilience, and joy in the sport. Featuring insights from her podcast "Grounded with Dinée Dorame," she amplifies Indigenous voices and celebrates personal growth and cultural traditions.
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  • Embracing Identity

    shares her journey of embracing her identity as a runner, despite societal pressures and personal challenges. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's own pace and goals, rather than comparing oneself to others. Dinée reflects on her love for running, stating, "I really try to reflect on why I love running in the first place, and I'm not trying to be cheesy and fluffy about it. I really love the actual physical action of running."

    I really try to reflect on why I love running in the first place, and I'm not trying to be cheesy and fluffy about it. I really love the actual physical action of running.

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    Her story highlights the importance of finding joy in the journey and owning one's unique path in the running community 1 2 3.

       

    Overcoming Challenges

    Dinée discusses the challenges she has faced, including health issues and societal perceptions, and how these have shaped her running journey. Despite being a slower-paced runner, she has learned to own her pace and set personal goals, finding solace and strength in the process. "I think if you are a slower-paced runner, that's fine," she asserts, emphasizing the importance of personal growth and resilience.

    I think if you are a slower-paced runner, that's fine.

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    Her experiences underscore the value of perseverance and self-acceptance in overcoming obstacles and finding one's place in the sport 4 5 6.