Reframing Your Mindset: Lauren Schad on Starting Over

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Mateina - Go to drinkmateina.com/PLAYBOOK for a discount on any purchase. Summary In this engaging conversation, Lauren Schad shares her journey from a casual interest in volleyball to becoming a professional athlete. She discusses the challenges of transitioning from high school to college sports, the importance of time management, and the unexpected opportunities that arose in her career. Lauren reflects on her experiences playing internationally, the support systems that helped her navigate tough times, and her commitment to representing her indigenous community through the Nike N7 program. Ultimately, she contemplates her future beyond volleyball and the impact she hopes to make. Lauren emphasizes the significance of using her platform to raise awareness for Indigenous issues and the power of intuition in making career choices. Ultimately, she encourages listeners to embrace their journey and be kind to themselves as they navigate change. Chapters 00:00 From Hobby to Passion: Lauren's Volleyball Journey 03:10 Navigating College Life: The Transition from High School 05:52 Finding Balance: Time Management and Academic Challenges 08:51 Discovering Professional Opportunities in Volleyball 12:05 The Reality of Playing Internationally: Challenges and Growth 14:53 Reigniting Passion: The Role of Community and Support 18:12 Representing Culture: The Nike N7 Experience 21:05 The Decision to Continue: Balancing Career and Community 24:00 Looking Ahead: Preparing for Life After Volleyball 28:31 The Bittersweet End of an Athletic Career 30:24 Struggling with Identity After Sports 32:43 Finding Your Path After Athletics 34:21 Navigating New Opportunities 37:15 Using Your Platform for Change 39:25 The Power of Intuition in Career Choices 40:07 Raising Awareness for Indigenous Issues 44:01 Embracing New Beginnings 46:57 Personal Growth and Superpowers 51:30 The Importance of Recovery and Self-Care Relevant Links & Contact @LaurenSchad Follow The Next Playbook  www.TheNextPlaybook.com Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Podcast | Blog