Joanna Lohman: Widening the Trail: Soccer, Self-Worth, and Creating Global Impact (USA)

Send us Fan MailMeet Joanna Lohman, a former professional soccer player whose 16-year career spans seven teams across five countries, including the US Women's National Team. Her journey wasn't always smooth—failed leagues, championship losses, and being cut from World Cup contention led to a moment where she found herself back in her childhood bedroom in her mid-thirties.This pivotal moment sparked an epiphany that transformed both her career and life purpose: "I don't have to be the greatest to be great." When Joanna stopped chasing stardom and focused instead on contributing her authentic strengths to her team, something remarkable happened. She became the Washington Spirit's star player and the first in team history to have her jersey retired. This paradoxical success came from letting go of outcomes she couldn't control and focusing exclusively on consistent excellence in her daily contributions.Now an international speaker and sports diplomat, Joanna helps others "activate and amplify their unique impact" worldwide. Her work takes her from corporate stages in Paris advocating for equal pay to running programs combating child trafficking in Nigeria. Through her Champions Mindset program, she trains female athletes ages 12-16 to develop mental resilience that extends far beyond sports. Joanna's perspective on suffering in sports—that it provides "a safe and public space to suffer"—highlights why creating opportunities for young women in athletics is crucial for developing life skills.Whether you're an athlete, parent, coach, or someone seeking to redefine success on your own terms, Joanna's message resonates: you matter, your contribution builds traction, and sport can be a powerful vehicle for personal and social change. Ready to discover how your unique strengths can create meaningful impact? Join us for this transformative conversation.Music, lyrics, guitar and singing by Dr Ariel Rosita KingTeach me to live one day at a timewith courage love and a sense of pride.Giving me the ability to love and accept myselfso I can go and give it to someone else.Teach me to live one day at a time.....Support the showThe Business of LifeDr Ariella (Ariel) Rosita KingOriginal Song, "Teach Me to Live one Day At A Time"written, guitar and vocals by Dr. Ariel Rosita KingDr King Solutions (USA Office)1629 K St, NW #300, Washington, DC 20006, USA, +[email protected]