Episode 132: Remember Why You Started

About this episode

Ashley Lawrence discusses her journey in elite sports, focusing on mental health, nutrition, and the importance of remembering the joy of the game.

Canadian Women’s National Team defender and professional footballer Ashley Lawrence shares what it really takes to build longevity in elite sport. From leaving college early to play professionally in Europe, to navigating cultural change, competition, and self-doubt, Ashley opens up about the moments that challenged her most — and the tools that helped her stay grounded. She reflects on the importance of mental health support, nutrition, sleep, gratitude, and remembering the joy that first dr...

People in this episode

Host: Stefanie Strack

Guest: Ashley Lawrence

Topics covered

• longevity in sport
• mental health
• nutrition
• self-doubt
• professional football

Keywords

• elite sport
• mental health support
• nutrition
• self-doubt
• professional footballer

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Canadian Women’s National Team

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