Natalie BurtonThis Is Not A Comeback Story: Failing as an Olympic AthleteIn August of 2016, I went to the Rio Olympic Games; a dream I first had when I was 11 years old, sitting on my couch at home, watching…Jun 30, 2023Jun 30, 2023
Natalie BurtonDear 18-year-old Natalie, I write to you at a time in your life when you’re about to decide to…The exact day your choice becomes real is the 12th of May 2008, the day you sign your National Letter of Intent to attend WVU. This moment…Feb 27, 2023Feb 27, 2023
Natalie BurtonThe Truth About PerfectionismAt practices for my old NBL1 team, part of our warm up would be to play a sport other than basketball to help get our bodies ready, while…Feb 1, 2023Feb 1, 2023
Natalie BurtonDealing with CriticismI’ve always struggled to put into practice the usual advice people offer when receiving criticism from others. You know, the standard…May 14, 2021May 14, 2021
Natalie BurtonThriving in IsolationThe past few weeks have seen the abrupt end to almost all competitive seasons for athletes. Our dreams, goals, hopes, and even livelihood…Mar 23, 2020Mar 23, 2020