5 Years Since Volleyball: My Journey From Athlete to Advocate

<p>Vic is joined by her husband Max for a heartfelt episode as she reflects on the past six years since her last season as a USC volleyball player. They dive into Vic's journey to becoming a prominent mental health advocate and content creator, and Vic opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her career, including her TEDxTalk that led to the creation of her nonprofit, The Hidden Opponent. She discusses the challenges and rewards of building her brand, the impact of her sports career on her business approach, and the evolution of her personal fitness journey. Max and Vic explore the emotional and mental transitions she faced post-volleyball, the importance of authenticity in her advocacy work, and the lessons learned from her athletic and professional experiences. This episode is a testament to resilience, personal growth, and the power of vulnerability. Enjoy this dive into Vic's inspiring journey and gain insights into her multifaceted career and personal life!</p><p><br /></p><p>Sponsors:</p><p>BetterHelp: Real Pod is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit <a href="http://www.betterhelp.com/realpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.betterhelp.com/realpod</a> for 10% off your first month!</p><p>AG1: Visit DrinkAG1.com/realpod to start your new year on the right foot!</p><p>CozyEarth: Want CozyEarth pajamas by Christmas Order by December 13 for free shipping! You can also get expedited shipping until December 20 to ensure it arrives in time. Head to <a href="http://www.cozyearth.com/realpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cozyearth.com/realpod</a> and use my exclusive 40% off code REALPOD to give the gift of luxury this holiday season.</p><p>Quince: Go to <a href="http://www.Quince.com/realpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Quince.com/realpod</a> for free shipping and 365 day returns!</p><p>Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Media</a></p><p>This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.</p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>