Flow over force, a new era for female athletes - Angela R. Lewis #17

🎙️ In this episode, I had the honor of speaking with Angela R. Lewis – former professional basketball player, coach, author, and now Head of Operations at SpeakerHub. What she shared deeply resonated with me, especially her unique framework for female athlete development called the 6V Model: 1. Voice – Helping athletes express who they are. 2. Vision – Understanding where they’re going and why. 3. Values – Anchoring their actions in what matters most. 4. Valleys – Embracing the struggles that shaped them. 5. Victory – Redefining what winning means, beyond the scoreboard. 6. Volunteering – Giving back and connecting with a greater purpose.This conversation struck a powerful chord with my own journey as a somatics teacher and breathwork coach.We spoke about how many young female athletes lose touch with their body – and how that disconnection often leads to self-doubt, burnout, anxiety, and even loss of identity.Angela’s message reaffirmed a truth I’ve seen time and again:⚠️ When an athlete becomes emotionally numb or physically tense, they start performing from fear, not freedom.And that’s exactly why I do what I do:To help athletes (and those guiding them) reconnect with their body through conscious movement, breathing, and emotional awareness.Angela’s approach is not about pushing harder—it’s about understanding deeper.She brings a rare mix of toughness and tenderness that today’s sports culture desperately needs—especially for young women navigating expectations, pressure, and puberty all at once.If you’re a coach, athlete, parent, or someone who supports the next generation—this episode is a must-listen.You’ll walk away with insights on development, identity, and the power of leading from within.You can contact Angela through these pages: https://angelarlewis.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-lewis/Enjoy in the episode and thank you very much for your likes, shares and comments.#TheGenuineAthlete #PodcastLaunch #AngelaRLewis #6VModel #FemaleAthletes #BreathworkCoach #AthleteDevelopment #BodyAwareness #MindBodyPerformance