DiscoverThe Mental MatchupEpisode #153 - Navigating Injury and Identity with Bella Griffin
Episode #153 - Navigating Injury and Identity with Bella Griffin

Episode #153 - Navigating Injury and Identity with Bella Griffin

Update: 2024-11-27
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In this episode, Bella Griffin shares her journey of resilience and self-discovery. From San Diego to the sand courts of Tulane, Bella’s athletic career has been shaped by both her passion for beach volleyball and her perseverance through back-to-back ACL tears.

She opens up about:

Overcoming Challenges: Facing two ACL tears during high school and navigating surgeries, redshirting freshman year of college and physical therapy.

Mental Health Struggles: The impact of injuries on her mental health and the transformative moment of asking for help.

Athlete Identity: Rediscovering herself outside of sports and finding new joys in life.

Gratitude: The invaluable support from her family, coaches, teammates, and PT team.

Bella’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, the importance of seeking support, and the beauty of finding balance beyond the game.

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Episode #153 - Navigating Injury and Identity with Bella Griffin

Episode #153 - Navigating Injury and Identity with Bella Griffin

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