GRL Pep Talks: Real Conversations for Real Growth
Your go-to space for leadership, confidence, identity, team culture, and the everyday challenges young women and student-athletes navigate.
GRL Pep Talks is where honest conversations meet practical support. Whether you’re a student-athlete, a young woman finding your voice, or someone building confidence and belonging, these Pep Talks are designed to help you grow in ways that actually fit your life.
You’ll find stories, worksheets, research-backed tools, and quiet reminders that you’re not alone in what you’re navigating. This is your space for clarity, connection, and the kind of leadership that starts from within — on and off the field.
It’s My Birthday — And Here’s the Truth About Why This One Feels Different
This birthday feels different. At 42, I’ve spent a year doing the hard internal work — exploring my identity, redefining connections, setting boundaries, and beginning the long journey toward true belonging. I’m not there yet, but I’m growing, stretching, and becoming in ways I’m finally proud of.
Be Your Own Hype-Up Girl: How to Get Psyched When You’re Not Feeling It
Some days you wake up ready to dominate. Other days? You're lucky if you can find your water bottle. Being your own hype-up girl isn’t about fake confidence—it’s about creating momentum when you don’t feel motivated. Here’s how to get psyched for your next game, practice, or big moment, even on your lowest-energy days.
The Pep Talk You Need Before Your Big Moment
Here’s the pep talk you need before the big game, the big meeting, the thing you’re nervous about. You’ve got this. Read for more!