6.30 Kim Yeon-Kuong: Comebacks Over Defeats

"Never let defeat define you; let your comeback do the talking.” - Kim Yeon-Kuong

How well do you bounce back from losses?

I struggle with losing. When I was a kid, I would cry after losing, and even as an adult, I sometimes cry when I lose.

I HATE losing.

When my hate for losing became a fear of losing, it became a problem because I would either cheat to win or I would avoid tough competition because I was afraid to lose.

When that happened, I stunted my growth because losing is a part of the process.

Kim Yeon‑koung is a legendary South Korean volleyball outside hitter and former captain of the national team. The 2012 London Olympics MVP is a trailblazing influencer: she’s the first volleyball player to surpass 1 million subscribers on YouTube, runs a youth sports academy, and has been an ambassador for major brands. Kim once said, “Never let defeat define you; let your comeback do the talking.”

Setbacks, losses, or failures shouldn't shape your identity or story. Instead of being remembered for the times you fell short, focus on how you respond, grow, and bounce back. Who you are is shown in your resilience and ability to rise, not in the moments you were knocked down.

Don’t be known for the defeat—be known for how you came back stronger. Everyone loses, but not everyone gets back up with purpose. Be one of the few who do.

Own your losses, don’t run from them, learn from them by asking good questions, turn your hurt into fuel, keep showing up, and let your actions speak louder than your emotions.

Question of the Day: When you face failure, do you get stuck in the defeat, or start working on the comeback?