Life Conversations with a Twist

Defying the Odds: How a 13-Year-Old Overachiever is Rewriting the Playbook on Success with Galilee Arga

Heather Nelson Episode 10

S3 Ep10 Episode Shownotes:

“If you want to go for it, you will do it no matter what your age.” —Galilee Arga


Age is just a number, and it's never too early or too late to chase your dreams and make a difference. 

Galilee is a 13-year-old dynamo who's already running her own successful balloon business, Free Spirit Balloons, while also excelling in school, sports, and extracurricular activities. This driven young girl has her sights set on a college scholarship to Stanford, where she hopes to continue her volleyball career and pursue a business degree.

Tune in to hear Galilee's inspiring story, from entrepreneurship and sports to academics and community involvement, and discover how Galilee is already making her mark on the world.


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Episode Highlights:

02:20 Meet Galilee 

06:33 A Mother-Daughter Entrepreneurial Venture

10:28 BAlancing School, Sports, and Aspirations

18:09 Leadership Activities

20:06 Navigating Stereotyping on Young Generations

29:39 Galilee’s Role Models and Advice


Connect with Galilee:  

Galilee is a remarkable 13-year-old from Santa Rosa, California who is already making waves as an entrepreneur, student-athlete, and community leader. At just 13, Galilee co-founded the successful balloon decor business Free Spirit Balloons with her mother. In addition to running her own company, Galilee excels academically. 

However, Galilee's true passion is volleyball, and she aspires to earn a college scholarship to continue her athletic and academic pursuits, with dreams of attending the prestigious Stanford University. 

Galilee's infectious positivity, discipline, and determination make her an inspiring role model for her peers, showcasing the power of pursuing your passions with unwavering focus.


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