ReThinking Soccer star Abby Wambach on being good enough
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Feb 7, 2023 
Abby Wambach, a legendary soccer player with two Olympic golds and a FIFA World Cup title, dives into her journey after retirement. She discusses the identity crisis athletes often face, especially women, emphasizing the importance of self-worth beyond sports. Wambach also tackles the significance of embracing failure as a growth catalyst and the critical elements of building winning teams. The conversation culminates in redefining what 'enough' means in a world filled with societal pressures, urging listeners to find their own sense of fulfillment.
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Abby's Retirement Fears
- Abby Wambach was initially afraid of retirement, unsure of her financial future after soccer.
- She realized that her decades in soccer had taught her valuable life lessons, ultimately shaping her post-retirement decisions.
Athlete Retirement
- Athletes' retirement decisions are personal and unrelated to fans' desires.
- Fans should appreciate the athletes' contributions and support their transitions, understanding the challenges involved.
Shedding the Athlete Identity
- Detaching from an old identity can be challenging, but embracing a new one signifies growth.
- Abby Wambach's new identity is becoming a whole person, separate from her athletic career.
