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Podcast: The Mindset Experience®
Episode: NCAA Lacrosse Player Catie Lang On Walking Away So Others Won't Be Ignored
Description: As a high schooler, Catie Lang's identity was embedded in being an athlete to the point that she even loved the ideas of being tough, not quitting and "walking off" any pain or suffering. She had no real concept, awareness, or education of mental health despite having severe anxiety herself. Even after experiencing major panic attacks that were terrifying, she brushed them off and told herself that she was just being dramatic. As a member of an NCAA Division 1 lacrosse team, her program lacked the culture and resources necessary to promote health, wellness and happiness but instead...