What if the problem isn’t how hard we’re working—but the system we’re working within? In this episode of The Athlete Confidential, we explore the myth of meritocracy—the belief that success is earned solely through talent, intelligence, and effort—and how it shows up in sports, especially women’s sports. From being told to "just be grateful" for the bare minimum to navigating financial barriers that make even getting in the game a privilege, we unpack how this deeply rooted myth fuels shame, ...
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What if the problem isn’t how hard we’re working—but the system we’re working within? In this episode of The Athlete Confidential, we explore the myth of meritocracy—the belief that success is earned solely through talent, intelligence, and effort—and how it shows up in sports, especially women’s sports. From being told to "just be grateful" for the bare minimum to navigating financial barriers that make even getting in the game a privilege, we unpack how this deeply rooted myth fuels shame, ...
We're joined by Morgan Bullock, a former DI softball player turned life coach and founder of Sportswomen Co. Morgan shares her journey of transitioning from the high-pressure world of collegiate athletics to the multifaceted realm of "real" life and motherhood. She candidly discusses the challenges she faced in rediscovering her identity post-sport and how she utilized her athletic background to navigate this pivotal period of self-discovery. As Morgan reflects on her experiences as both an a...
The Athlete Confidential
What if the problem isn’t how hard we’re working—but the system we’re working within? In this episode of The Athlete Confidential, we explore the myth of meritocracy—the belief that success is earned solely through talent, intelligence, and effort—and how it shows up in sports, especially women’s sports. From being told to "just be grateful" for the bare minimum to navigating financial barriers that make even getting in the game a privilege, we unpack how this deeply rooted myth fuels shame, ...
