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After 18 years of playing professional soccer, Tony Sanneh retired from the sport in 2010. But “retired” is hardly a word that describes this world soccer great. A native of St. Paul, Minn., he established The Sanneh Foundation, a nonprofit organization, in 2003; its purpose is to provide positive environments – including soccer clinics and camps – for urban youth in America. We caught up with Sanneh by phone to find out more about his projects and passions.

Lisa Arie shares the instinctive wisdom that brought her to a more centered place.

How Olympic contender Lolo Jones keeps going—even when the going gets tough.

At 21, Alex Puccio is already one of the world’s best competitive climbers. Her specialty: Bouldering. Which means hanging on, no matter what.

A frightening cancer diagnosis changed Kris Carr’s life forever – in many ways, for the better.

By remaining true to their optimistic natures, Bert Jacobs and his brother parlayed three little words into a multimillion-dollar, do-gooder business.

Acclaimed yoga teacher Shiva Rea uses movement to transform lives.

Blake Mycoskie is helping children in need around the world – one pair of TOMS Shoes at a time.

For world-champion snowboarder Hannah Teter, competition and compassion go hand in hand.

Apolo Ohno has used hard work, perseverance and cutting-edge training techniques to become one of the fastest skaters in the world.

From her childhood scribbles to her critically acclaimed music, Pieta Brown has always been intent on making art that matters – and connections that count.

Professional racecar driver Leilani Münter wants to save the planet, one race at a time.

Wallace J. Nichols wants everyone to know how closely the ocean’s health is tied to our own survival.

How social media strategist Gwen Bell stays plugged in – without getting overwhelmed.

Retired NFL running back Eddie George is focused on a bigger game these days – building better communities, and helping others lead healthier lives.

Financial therapist Bari Tessler-Linden helps people manage their money by first exploring their thoughts, values and beliefs.

Fashion model Lizzie Miller has thrived by simply being herself.

Living a healthy and sustainable life comes naturally to Ted Ning, which makes him well-suited to his job – promoting Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability to like-minded millions.

Pilates changed Brooke Siler’s body—and her life. Now, helping others transform themselves for the better has become her life’s work.

As a kid, John Garcia depended on a canine pal who always seemed to see the best in him. Today, he returns the favor by helping dogs deemed “unadoptable” become their best selves—and find loving, forever homes.

How actress-athlete Maxine Bahns and her husband, Patrick Watson, are navigating first-time parenthood.