Mia's story: Social and Emotional Safety for girls in sport #6

Mia's unique journey into cross country, which began through the soccer pipeline. As a passionate athlete in middle and high school, Mia's love for sports extended to horseback riding, skating, and soccer. She started her freshman year as a dedicated runner, despite lacking speed, and embraced the joy of running. Supported by great teammates who valued period health and proper nutrition, Mia thrived and discovered her natural talent for running. Mia's high school experience included running with the boys' team to face tougher competition, which sometimes strained her relationships with her female teammates. This decision led to mixed feelings, as it provided certain benefits but also posed social challenges. Mia also faced psychological struggles, particularly when she didn't receive the support she expected from those close to her, including her first romantic relationship. Despite these challenges, Mia remained determined to excel in her sport. Mia wants girls to understand the complexities of being a girl in sports and underscores the importance of women supporting each other in positions of power.    PEAC-train like a girl! LIKE, FOLLOW, GIVE US A 5 STAR REVIEW!  Follow: Mia Pashaa: https://www.instagram.com/miapashaa/ PEAC-train like a girl: https://www.instagram.com/peac_train_like_a_girl/ Annemarie: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelife.live/   visit our website: https://sustainablelifelive.com/what-is-peac