
From Self-Doubt to Unstoppable Confidence | Her State
In this conversation with Penn State softball player Michela Barbanente, she opens up about the reality most athletes don’t talk about: self-doubt, pressure, and the mindset shift that changed everything for her career.
From struggling with confidence as a freshman to developing what she calls “delusional confidence,” this is a raw look at what it really takes to compete, not just in sports, but in life. Michela shares her experiences in transitioning from high school to college sports, why confidence matters so much, and playing with freedom.
Chapters:
0:40 Meet Michela Barbanente
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