Grete Eliassen

Q & A

How do you see yourself? Are you rebellious? Quiet? Weird? Why?

Basically, I’m rebellious and weird. Sometimes I do things so differently then others, which may seem rebellious to me, but to others they just find me weird.

What are the things that inspire you?

Everything really inspires me. When I see people doing certain things with their lives. Or when I hear people talking about their goals of something they want to do and they go out and do it. I think way to many people talk about their aspirations in life and envy to many people. They should instead just take the plunge and try it for themselves, but still in the same time support others. Oprah Winfrey, music, good people and smiles.

What is the greatest lesson you have ever learned?

No Idea! I’ve learned so many things, just by existing on Earth. Well, lately I’ve been doing some reading and I’ve come across “Don’t take anything personally” and people really don’t notice your flaws as much as you think they do. So if you’re worried about making a fool of yourself, don’t because seriously, barely anyone is paying attention.

Favorite person to travel with? Tell us a story about your travels.

My favorite person to travel with is my buddy Michelle. She’s just such a hoot. I couldn’t even begin to tell you about our adventures.

What is the greatest thing you have taught somebody else?

Well I like to believe I’ve taught a lot of people a lot of things, because I taught in High-School. I’ve also coached and volunteered a lot, and I’ve been a lifelong Life Coach to a lot of my friends. But I hope that everyone who has been around me has learned how to be happy and to treat others kindly.

What are the things or stories that encapsulate the way you live your life?

I’ve already been so fortunate with being able to travel as much as I do. I was also raised between two countries. Therefore, I believe I have a very open mind on a lot of things that go on in the world today. The two people that are to thank for this wonderful upbringing are my parents who have been supportive in everything that I’ve ever done.

What are the greatest hurdles you have had to overcome in life?

Mean nasty teachers. Making big decisions like:

• Quitting racing
• Continuing to go to school
• Getting through painful moments in my life and watching people in my life go through their painful moments.

What do you hold the most valuable to you in life?

My family, friends and faith.