Daily I expect to be murdered or betrayed or reduced to slavery if the occasion arises. But I fear nothing, because of the promises of heaven.
Saint PatrickRead
Part of me wonders if I had worked with more female psychologists, nutritionists and even coaches, where I'd be today. I got caught in a system designed by and for men which destroys the bodies of young girls.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Mary Cain reflects on the impact of working in a male-dominated field and expresses a desire for more female mentors.
In this quote, Mary Cain expresses her regrets about the lack of female professionals she interacted with during her formative years as an athlete. She highlights how the systems in place were primarily designed by men, leading to detrimental effects on young girls' physical and mental well-being. Cain’s reflection serves as a critique of gender biases in sport and a call for more inclusive and supportive environments for young female athletes.
Themes
MentorshipGenderPsychologyAthleticsWell-Being
In practice
Example use cases
In a keynote speech at a women's leadership conference.
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