Girls aren’t losing passion for sports, they’re losing belief that they belong. One in three Canadian girls quit by their teens due to burnout, body image, and lost identity. When competition overshadows joy, confidence fades. Mentorship can help girls reconnect to movement, purpose, and self-worth before they walk away for good.

Maddie was a high-performing teen athlete silently struggling with life changes. This post explores how a mentor—not a therapist—might have helped her stay connected, feel supported, and know she wasn’t alone. Learn how MentorWell empowers real people to guide teens through overwhelm, burnout, and emotional shifts with presence and care.