Phebe Trotman: Accomplished athlete and entrepreneur: Have you ever experienced the urge to quit? Whether it's a goal, a dream, or anything else in life, I can relate—I've been there too. Doubt can sometimes take over, making it challenging to take action. But here's the thing: as an accomplished athlete and entrepreneur, I've learned to embrace that uncomfortable feeling. I've become adept at getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. Recently, I had the honor of being inducted into the Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame for my achievements as a soccer player. During an interview, I was asked what soccer means to me and what it has given me. Sports, especially soccer, has been the source of numerous life skills—teamwork, discipline, accountability, confidence, leadership, perseverance, determination, resilience, time management, patience, respect, emotional intelligence, lifelong friendships, and so much more. Surprisingly, many of these skills were cultivated through facing challenges in sports, such as heartbreaking losses, receiving silver or bronze medals, not making the starting lineup, dealing with injuries, and being cut from a team. Even during moments of frustration, continuing to play has ultimately contributed to my success in sports. I strongly believe that in business, sports, relationships, and life, we should be more open about our struggles.
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