In this Coats in Conversation, I sit down with Millikin University student-athlete Kendra Manul to talk about the real challenges of transitioning from high school to college sports. Kendra opens up about adjusting to a new team, balancing academics with athletics, and the mental toll of competing at the collegiate level. She shares her personal journey through sports injuries, the struggle to trust her body again, and how mental health nearly led her to walk away from the game she loves. This conversation shines a light on athlete mental health, resilience, and what it truly takes to succeed as a Millikin University athlete on and off the field.Check out previous episodesThe Pain They Don't See: Injury, Grief, and Identity: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/0tGcWubkj5fFQ7NQV6b9DN?si=N9oo7xuUT8qILxUvY9Tgmw⁠⁠More Than an Athlete: Identity, Loss, and Mental Health: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BXwpfJg6vAjSXlOOlVnS8?si=NfettVRSQi20NNcOSvJajw⁠⁠Surviving D1 Athletics: Transferring, Injuries, and Athlete Mental Health⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6la9xzxIPeSvDKq0yE8efs?si=aOlcEUHYQmas4EygQyjxtw⁠⁠About Kendrique Coats: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kendrique Coats⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Associate based in Bloomington, Illinois working with couples and athletes in Alabama and Illinois. Coats in Conversation is a mental health podcast hosted by Kendrique Coats, a licensed associate therapist who works with couples and athletes in Alabama and Illinois. Each episode features authentic, powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and mental health professionals who share their personal journeys of struggle, resilience, and growth. The show also offers educational insights from experts on topics such as performance anxiety, relationships, mindset, and emotional wellness. New episodes drop twice a month. Follow, rate, and leave a comment to support the show and help Coats in Conversation reach more listeners. #Mentalhealth #blackculture #therapy #podcastDisclaimer: This podcast (Coats in Conversation) is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional mental health services. Kendrique Coats, Coats in Conversation, or any guest featured in this podcast, is not liable for any changes you make to your mental health plan without consulting a trained professional. If you require mental health support, please contact a licensed mental health professional. In case of an emergency, please call your local emergency services.

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