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Dr. Madeline Barlow, Philadelphia, PA (2025)

01/16/2024

To the current + former student-athlete, graduate student, coach, and mentors➡️If you’re feeling burned out right now, this post is for you🤍🔥🦋

01/11/2024

Dear former athlete with a sensitive soul, The Mind-Wise Mentorship is for YOU!🧠🦉⁣
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🌟For the former athlete who is looking for more out of life and feels held back by outdated beliefs, negative patterns, and the energy of past experiences or emotions⁣
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🌟For the highly sensitive and empathic athlete who is ready to step into their true Self and transform their sensitivity into a superpower🔥🔥🔥⁣
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🌟For the person who is ready to cut the chord that ties their self-worth to their performance or accolades (in sport, school, or career)⁣
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🌟Or the person who wants to drop the weight of comparison and perfection to make room for ALL THAT IS MEANT FOR YOU in this life⁣
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This six-month, signature program is designed FOR you, BY you (and co-created with me)! ⁣
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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: You are uniquely YOU and the program best fit for you will shine a light on YOUR specific path💡💡💡⁣
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Where do you want to go and how are you going to get there? This program is based on a combination of evidence-based mind-body tools plus intuitive guidance🤩⁣
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Have you been considering finding support as you attempt to “unbecome” all that no longer serves you but didn’t know where to look? Consider this your sign to go for it!🙌🏼💫
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You have the option of combining three modalities: Mind-Wise Mentoring, Reiki Energy Healing, and Human Design. Together, we will map out a plan that’s best for you as you step into your most true and magical Self!💥💥💥⁣
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There’s only space for 🌟2🌟 more former athletes until a spot opens in May. You will have access to me via messenger app Monday-Thursday, too!⁣
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If you’re ready to dive in, fill out an interest form in my bio!❤️🧡💛⁣

01/10/2024

As an athlete, slowing down was never a priority. ⁣
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You were GO GO GO. Always on the move. Every minute of your day filled with *something* that was moving you towards your goals. ⁣
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This left you feeling prepared and productive🙌🏼 Gold stars all around🌟🌟🌟⁣
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But how many of you, whether deep down or very much so at the surface, felt completely burned out, disconnected, and down right exhausted???🙋🏼‍♀️⁣
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Society and sport culture conditions you to believe, “if you aren’t DOING THE MOST, then you aren’t doing enough.”⁣
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If you aren’t doing enough, YOU aren’t enough. Does this hit home?💔⁣
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In life after sport, you may find yourself struggling to keep your head above water, especially with less structure than you had while competing and in school.⁣
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This is a completely valid experience, yet it will take time and energy to shift out of this GO GO GO mindset. ⁣
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“Why would I want to change though? How will I accomplish anything if I slow down?!?!” ⁣
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Reminder: Doing the most has led you to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and disconnected, leaving you a shell of your true Self😵‍💫⁣
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Imagine if you felt energized, excited, and engaged about your life, work, and relationships?! Imagine how much more effective, creative, and ALIVE you would be!🤩🙌🏼🔥⁣
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This is the power of rest. When you choose to slow down, you take your energy back. You recharge your mind, body, and soul. You give yourself a hell of a fighting chance at whatever life throws your way🥊⁣
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This is only one of many conditioned beliefs you’ll rewrite in The Mind-Wise Mentorship designed for former athletes (at any stage in your transition—6 months, 1 year, 5+ years out of sport).

I just filled 1 out of 3 open spots! Fill out an inquiry form at the link in my bio➡️then, we’ll find a time to chat through your experience(s) as an athlete and in life after to create the most powerful program, unique to your goals!⁣
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I can’t wait to cheer you on in life after sport🎉🦋⁣

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01/04/2024

I never in a million years thought I’d join a gym again.

Yet…here we are and I’m heading there for my third day in a row😳

What changed?

I was a competitive athlete for 14 years. I became accustomed to training HARD 5 or 6 days a week. I consistently pushed my body and mind to its limits.

In time, this wore me down; i got burnt out. I became a shell of my truest and brightest Self.

This led me to develop an extremely negative relationship with exercise; in particular, with doing anything that elevated my heart rate and even more so about leaving my comfort zone (my house) to do so.

Because of the chronic stress I’d put myself through, my body started to associate exercise/gyms with DANGER. My body was literally going into fight or flight mode at THE THOUGHT of stepping into a gym.

So I didn’t. For nearly 10 years post-swimming career.

So I’ll ask again: what changed?

I did. My goals have. And I’ve realized that I was the only person standing in the way of feeling the way I want to feel.

It’s not change that is hard; it’s the RESISTANCE to change that keeps us stuck. It’s the fear of “who am I without ____” behavior, belief, etc.

Todays goal? To DO THE THING in spite of that fear. To take it one step at a time instead of allowing myself to be overwhelmed by all the things I don’t know or haven’t achieved yet. To be here, right where my feet are.

Who resonates with this? Reminder: You don’t have to move through these changes and fears alone!

I have 3 spots available for former athletes to work with me 1:1 in The Mind-Wise Mentorship. Do your (future) self a favor and fill out an inquiry form to schedule a free consult❤️‍🔥

12/22/2023

Hi, I’m Madeline and there’s a few things you should know about me:

🏊🏻‍♀️I’m a former collegiate swimmer who now coaches/mentors former athletes
❤️‍🔥I’m a highly sensitive person and have ADHD (and wasn’t diagnosed until I was in my 30’s)
🌟I have my PhD in Exercise and Sport Psychology and half of my work with athletes involves evidence-based practices including mindfulness, cognitive reframing, strengths-based strategies, and more.

The other half? Is a combination of spiritual and holistic practices🪐🌙

I use tools such as human design, reiki, astrology, astro-mapping, oracle cards, and my own intuition to help my clients embody their true Self❤️‍🔥🌟

My favorite place to live and work is at the intersection of science and the soul👩🏼‍🎓🔮

While I’ve talked openly about reiki and human design, I sometimes “hide” my deep fascination in astrology.

I’ve allowed people’s comments and tik tok videos (talking down on astrology) to influence how I speak about it with clients or on social media: Either with shame/embarrassment or not at all.

But no more! Because I 100% believe the planets affect us. I believe that everything is energy and that all of us are at least ✨a little✨ psychic.

I’m choosing to unbecome the beliefs about spirituality that are out of alignment with who I am. I’m shamelessly sensitive, and I mean that in regard to the planets, energy, and otherwise🔥

If this isn’t something you resonate with, that is perfectly fine. Being different is my favorite part of studying psychology and working with human beings.

I feel it’s important to recognize and respect our differences🙏🏼

On the other hand, if you DO resonate with these intuitive practices and would like to work with a mentor who incorporates crystals, energy healing, astrology, and intuition into your Self embodiment work, then I’m your girl🙋🏼‍♀️

Moving forward, I’ll be sharing more openly about these ethereal Self development tools. I’m an Aries☀️ Cancer🌙 Sagittarius ⬆️

What’s your BIG 3?⬇️⬇️⬇️

12/20/2023

5 things I wish I could share with my 22-year old self🏊🏻‍♀️🎓

✨Swimming was your first love but it won’t be your ONLY love; grieve the loss and let it go❤️

✨Swimming gave you purpose, but you are SO MUCH MORE than an athlete. Let yourself explore your other interests and passions; do more of what lights you up!🔥

✨I know your swimming accomplishments made you feel special, and without the opportunity to perform/compete, you feel less than…but I’m here to remind you that it is YOU, the human, who is special, simply because you ✨exist✨ And you are loved (by the right people) whether you are “successful” or not💫💕

✨You feel lost right now and I know that’s scary. You’re so used to being in control and having structure and certainty. But in reality? True certainty doesn’t exist. And, in time, you’ll learn to get comfortable with uncertainty. You’ll learn to lean into your fears. You’ll see failure as your greatest teacher🙌🏼

✨SLOW THE F DOWN! The more go go go you are, the more roadblocks you’ll hit. Pump the breaks, maybe even put it in reverse. Reflect on what you’ve learned and let go of what is no longer in alignment. Practice presence a little each day🧘🏼‍♀️

I could go on and on. But you get the point. No one has it all figured out at 22.

TBH I don’t have it all figured out a decade later at 32😅

But the difference between 22 and 32…is that I’m okay with that. I’m choosing to take it one day at a time. I’m (still) in no rush. My life is NOT a race. I’m right where I’m meant to be❤️‍🔥

As a former athlete, do you resonate with any of the above? If you’re feeling lost and without purpose after sport or if you want to gain true clarity and direction as you move towards your goals, fill out a Mind-Wise Mentorship interest form to learn more about working with me 1:1.

Because you don’t have to do this life (after sport) alone💚💚💚

07/24/2023

NEW TRIP ALERT: Former athletes, we are going to GREECE😍🇬🇷🍷🫒☀️

A trip of a lifetime— and myself will be along for the ride w/ you plus (at least) 11 other former athletes.

Check your calendar and grab (or a reminder to renew) your passports, because this trip is just under a year away🎉🙌🏼

July 13th 2024 we head out on a Greek Islands adventure w/

After hearing from so many of you, summer is the best time to take a 9-day trip, so let’s do it✈️🌎

What are Exploring After Sport Excursions (aka EASE)?🌎🙌🏼

A group travel experience where you and 11+ former athletes (plus me!) will visit a new country/cities outside of the US.

FYI: This isn’t a “retreat,” but you will still gain SO MUCH🔥🔥🔥

When you travel with EASE, you will:

🔥Develop and/or strengthen present-moment awareness

🔥Build confidence in using your voice (Think: Asking for help/directions)

🔥Develop a deep sense of connection with your true Self + your former athlete travel partners

🔥Learn how to navigate your thoughts and emotions in the face of uncertainty

🔥Immerse yourself in a culture that is different from your own

🔥Get out of your comfort zone and try things you may never have the opportunity to experience if you don't travel

And, most importantly, you will have so much fun!

Come solo and make lifelong friend or consider bringing a friend along—the more the merrier🥳

This group experience is the perfect combination of action and relaxation. Check the link in my bio for the full itinerary and extra excursions, such as a Paros boat cruise and snorkeling⛵️🤿

The world is waiting for you and I can’t wait to explore it with you! DM or email with all your questions or to learn more about how to reserve your spot for only $99 (refundable for 60 days)🎉

05/15/2023

If uncertainty and the unknown make you ANXIOUS AF, this post is for you🫵🏼

I have TWO spots opening up in The Mind-Wise Mentorship🌟🌟🌟

For the former athlete who is feeling lost or without purpose ; who fears failure and/or the unknown; who is ready to accept support in their life after sport🔥🙌🏼

Fill out an interest form at the link in my bio to learn more!

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05/12/2023

It’s Friday, fam!🥳

Before you head into the weekend, pause and reflect on one thing you’re grateful for and one thing from this week that you’re choosing to celebrate🎉

I’m extremely grateful for this man right here—thank you for believing in me and my wildest dreams .music 🥹❤️‍🔥

And something I’m celebrating is sticking to my commitments this week—after listening to my intuition and leaving one of my jobs that no longer felt in alignment, I freed myself up to get the “little things” done.

As an athlete, it was always my day-to-day process that helped me reach my goals.

I lost sight of this over the last couple years (and had tunnel vision on “results”), so it’s been a blessing to be reminded to take it one step at a time; these small things ADD UP🙌🏼🔥

So, what or who are YOU grateful for and what are you celebrating?!

Share with us so we can celebrate you, too🎉♥️

05/10/2023

FYI: Wanting and even needing accountability to stay committed to your goals is TOTALLY FINE!

On that note, I’m choosing to commit to another 21-days of meditation and death work but this time I’m adding on an Instagram post each day🙌🏼

Why am I sharing this? Because I need that accountability. And simply sharing my commitment has me feeling motivated to get started🎉

I want to be more present for all of YOU, so I’ll see you back here everyday for the next 3-weeks!🔥

BTW, offering support and accountability is EXACTLY what you get when you join the Mind-Wise Mentorship. Fill out an interest form in my bio to jump on a call with me and learn more about how this program will enhance your confidence, self-awareness, and motivation in your life after sport!🏊🏻‍♀️🎓🧘🏼‍♀️

05/04/2023

WFH: Coffee shop edition☕️

Been wanting to balance structure and flexibility+ work and flow in my business and life, so this feels like an appropriate compromise.

See you on the flip side of my to-do list, friends😌🎉

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