The Truth About Life After Sports... No One Prepares You for This (Stefani Marotta)
Miss Matched PodcastShow Notes
What happens when athletes retire and have to figure out who they are outside of sport? In this episode of Miss Matched, Nicole sits down with former Canadian national medalist and international figure skater Stefani Marotta for an honest conversation about the mental health struggles, identity loss, perfectionism, pressure, injuries, and emotional transition that come with life after competitive sports. From elite figure skating and Olympic dreams to panic attacks, PTSD, coaching, fitness, and building a new purpose beyond the rink, Stefani opens up about the reality so many former athletes face but rarely talk about and offer solutions to them. This episode is for athletes, former athletes, and anyone navigating a major life transition.
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